Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $20.15 - $23.61
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Garden Coordinator, teach and instruct students in academic, social, behavioral, and other related skill areas; Perform other related functions as required.
~ Plan, develop, organize, iand implement lesson plans. ~ Prepare, develop and utilize a variety of instructional materials appropriate for the instructional level of students within a wide range of abilities. ~ Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive environment. ~ Implement effective behavior management techniques to promote student engagement and respect. ~ Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities and maintain knowledge of current best practices in education. ~ Attend staff meetings and other school-related events. ~ Identify and address the individual needs of students to ensure growth. ~ Provide a nurturing and supportive environment where every child feels valued and respected. ~ Facilitates garden science classes, incorporating both environmental science and nutrition education as they relate to the garden; ~ Oversees and coordinates students hands-on experiences in the garden (planting, tending, harvesting and cooking); ~ Builds involvement in and commitment to the school garden within the school community, including teachers, administrators, students, parents and community volunteers; ~ Maintains the garden, coordinating volunteers and working tosecure all needed supplies; ~ Facilitate K-5th garden-based education classes; ~ Manage the school garden, plan and prepare for garden work activities, manage planting schedule, ensure availability of tools and other necessary materials; ~ Develop and implement engaging outdoor education lessons for students in grades K-5 ~ CUltivate a love for the environmnet through practical, experiental learning in the outdoor learning environment. ~ Provide instruction on vermicomposting and other sustainable gardening practices. ~ Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, emplhasizing teamwork and curiosity. ~ Demonstrate strong classroom management skills to ensure a productive and safe educational setting. ~ Perform non-instructional duties, student supervision, and other school related activities.
~ Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Knowledge of:
Strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of primary grade pupils; child growth and development and behavior characteristics of the primary grade child; educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives; behavior management and behavior shaping strategies and conflict resolution procedures; socio-economic and cultural background differences of the general school population.
Preferred Skills:
Active listening; Communication; Collaboration; Adaptability; Creativity; Time management; Computer literacy; Conflict resolution; Classroom management.
Ability to:
Provide effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and with varying mental, social, and emotional levels; provide an attractive, inviting, and stimulating learning environment; work independently and be flexible; comply with the schools customer service standards, as outlined in Board Policy; Report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education:
Highschool diploma or GED; Coursework in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Horticulture or related field.
Experience:
Prior experience in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Horticulture, or related field; Outdoor group management experience preferred
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS Certification Requirement:
CPR; Completed coursework in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Horticulture preferred.
Qualification Requirement:
One year of regular full time experience in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Horticulture.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Environment: Outdoors
Physical Requirements:Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds; Regularly required to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly.
Community Roots Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
BENEFITS
Paid sick leave, paid personal leave, medical/dental/vision coverage, employer paid life insurance, 403 (b) retirement, before and after school child-care.