Seasonal Garden Educator – Urban Tree Connection – Philadelphia

Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION: April 2016 – November 2016 (20-30 hours per week)

Urban Tree Connection works in Haddington, West Philadelphia to transform vacant land into green spaces. Our programs work with youth and community leaders to create positive, healthy and safe spaces within their communities. The Memorial and Pearl Street Gardens are community gardens that contain children’s gardens, community garden plots, and spaces for gathering/activities.

Urban Tree Connection is currently seeking part-time Garden Educators to deliver gardening, environmental and food justice programming at its Pearl Street and Memorial Gardens located in Haddington. The Garden Educator will assist in running an after-school and summer program with “Sprouts” -children ages 5 to 10; and the “Veggie Kids” program for pre-teens to develop leadership skills through growing, harvesting, and distributing their own fruits and vegetables to neighbors. The Garden Educator will help with coordination of the teen apprenticeship program and provide direct mentorship and training to teen apprentices. In addition, Garden Educators will actively engage parents and adult community members in community gardening, maintenance, programs, cooking and wellness classes and decision-making around the garden. An additional 2-3 hours per week will be spent preparing for program delivery, attending meetings, and completing administrative tasks.

Qualities We Seek:
Open to personal growth and new experiences
Strong communication skills
Respect for people of all cultures and backgrounds
Commitment to justice and equality
Able to work effectively independently and as part of a collaborative team
Interest or experience in farming,gardening, or health and wellness

Skills and Background We Seek:
High school diploma or GED equivalency
Minimum 2 years working with children or youth
Experience working as a Community Organizer, Social Worker, or Teacher
Experience working with low income, communities of color
Ability to work in physically demanding environment while modeling endurance and a positive attitude

Requirements:
Must be able to pass all required clearances and background checks
Must be able to travel to all of UTC’s garden sites across West Philadelphia; a valid driver’s license is a plus
UTC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. People of color, women, working class people, lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply
For more information and to apply, send a resume and cover letter to:

Noelle Warford, Programs Director at noelle@urbantreeconnection.org

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