AgCorps Ag Educator
AgCorps members with a focus on education are generally serving in k-12 schools or non-profits with a strong emphasis on agricultural education. There is also the possibility of assisting with Ag-focused summer camps and events. Most members are utilizing a Farm to School, Ag in the Classroom, or Harvest of the Month curriculum. Specific position duties vary depending on host site location. Specific positions under Ag Education can be found at: https://agr.mt.gov/Topics/A-D/AgCorps-pages/Current-Positions.
Member Duties : Possible duties: • Implement lesson plans connecting schools and local farmers • Assist with Farm to School and Ag in the Classroom activities • Lead educational field trips for elementary school classrooms • Teach lessons and provide assistnace in school gardens • Provide Ag focused lessons to youth throughout the summer • Plan and implement educational Harvest of the Month cooking lessons • Conduct noxious weeds education in schools across the state Possible KSAs: • Ability to serve community members of different socioeconomic backgrounds • Knowledge base of food systems and local agriculture is a plus • Previous experience educating children and adults is a plus • Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time • Basic gardening, cooking, and agricultural skills a plus • Willingness to work outdoors in all conditions Attendance to mandatory trainings and participation in evaluation and reporting is a requirement.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Training , Stipend .
Terms :
Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Education , Health , Community Outreach , Environment .
Skills :
Education , General Skills , Leadership , Teaching/Tutoring , Team Work , Youth Development , Public Speaking , Community Organization
AgCorps members with a focus on education are generally serving in k-12 schools or non-profits with a strong emphasis on agricultural education. There is also the possibility of assisting with Ag-focused summer camps and events. Most members are utilizing a Farm to School, Ag in the Classroom, or Harvest of the Month curriculum. Specific position duties vary depending on host site location. Specific positions under Ag Education can be found at: https://agr.mt.gov/Topics/A-D/AgCorps-pages/Current-Positions.
Member Duties : Possible duties: • Implement lesson plans connecting schools and local farmers • Assist with Farm to School and Ag in the Classroom activities • Lead educational field trips for elementary school classrooms • Teach lessons and provide assistnace in school gardens • Provide Ag focused lessons to youth throughout the summer • Plan and implement educational Harvest of the Month cooking lessons • Conduct noxious weeds education in schools across the state Possible KSAs: • Ability to serve community members of different socioeconomic backgrounds • Knowledge base of food systems and local agriculture is a plus • Previous experience educating children and adults is a plus • Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time • Basic gardening, cooking, and agricultural skills a plus • Willingness to work outdoors in all conditions Attendance to mandatory trainings and participation in evaluation and reporting is a requirement.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Training , Stipend .
Terms :
Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Education , Health , Community Outreach , Environment .
Skills :
Education , General Skills , Leadership , Teaching/Tutoring , Team Work , Youth Development , Public Speaking , Community Organization