Company description

Burkett Farm is an educational farm and sustainability center dedicated to supporting local, resilient food systems through agriculture, youth education programs and community partnerships.

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic Education Coordinator to lead our educational programming initiatives. This role combines curriculum development, event coordination, and hands-on education delivery in an agricultural/sustainability-focused environment. The ideal candidate is a strategic and creative teacher with a gift for inspiring diverse audiences to become aware of their role in sustainable food systems and the environment.

This role is an hourly, non-exempt position with a schedule of up to 30 hours per week from December to March, and up to 40 hours per week from April to November.

Key Responsibilities
Program Coordination & Implementation (55%)

• Coordinate and lead seasonal field trips for diverse groups, displaying professional behavior with students, families, and school personnel as a primary liaison with school and community partners
• Schedule appropriate staff or volunteer coverage for educational programs
• Coordinate corporate and first-time volunteer groups, ensuring meaningful engagement experiences
• Manage outreach, scheduling, and evaluation processes for school and educational partners

Curriculum Development & Education (20%)

• Write and refresh educational lessons and curriculum materials as needed, with focus on environmental science, food systems, and nutrition education
• Maintain educational supplies and activity equipment in optimal condition
• Adapt programming to meet the needs of different age groups, group sizes, and learning objectives
• Ensure all educational content aligns with best practices in experiential learning
• Oversee program tracking and evaluation systems such as participant surveys to measure program impact, collect data, and share stories with stakeholders

Facility Support (5%)

• Oversee facility maintenance including restocking supplies and cleaning coordination
• Maintain energy conservation practices
• Ensure the educational space remains safe, welcoming, and conducive to learning

Partnership & Community Engagement (20%)

• Build and maintain relationships with schools, educational institutions, and community partners
• Conduct program evaluations and gather feedback to continuously improve offerings
• Develop new partnerships to expand educational reach and impact

Ideal Background & Qualifications
Required Experience

• 2 years of experience teaching diverse audiences and building lessons, preferably in agricultural, garden, kitchen, or outdoor education settings
• Experience in community-focused organizations dedicated to farming, agriculture, food systems, or nutrition
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Successful track record working with teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or related field
• Experience working with diverse age groups and learning styles
• Knowledge of sustainable agriculture and food systems
• Volunteer coordination experience
• Event coordination experience

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication, presentation, and public speaking abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with students, teachers, volunteers, and corporate groups
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail for professional correspondence and educational materials
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously with input from supervisors
• Physical ability to work in outdoor agricultural settings and extreme weather conditions (essential job function)
• Ability to work under pressure and in unconventional scenarios
• Strong multi-tasking abilities and capacity to quickly adapt on the job
• Reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic personality with a positive, can-do attitude
• Foundational understanding of sustainable food systems, food access, and food equity issues
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check - required due to interaction and partnerships we have with local public school districts

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly wage, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Health insurance 100% paid for by employer for full time employees
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through education and community engagement
• Dynamic work environment combining indoor and outdoor settings
• Professional development opportunities in sustainable education
• Collaborative team culture focused on environmental and social impact

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

June 27, 2025