UACE Tucson Village Farm Education Assistant
This position will have the member serving in an educational role, using an urban farm and a ropes course to teach young people ages 5-18 about urban agriculture, nutrition, culinary skills and leadership skills and more. This position is ideal for someone who wants to work outdoors, teaching kids and having a variety of educational opportunities. Serving at Tucson Village Farm (TVF) and the 4-H Healthy Living Center a member has the opportunity to engage in a variety of tasks. From teaching a field trips for students preK-12th grade in our gardens, leading cooking class at our Culinary Education Center and running teambuilding programs at the ropes course. We have a wide variety of programs, projects and activities in a gorgeous, albeit hot and dry location. A member serving here needs to want to work hard, enjoy interacting with youth, be flexible and have a willingness to be a team player. Members will receive training in arid land food production, youth development, leadership development and program design and implementation. Other TVF AmeriCorps positions include: UACE Tucson Village Farm Ropes Course Assistant which focuses more on 4-H outdoor adventure & learning; UACE Tucson Village Farm Assistant which focuses on on the urban farm; & UACE Tucson Village Farm Culinary Educator that will serve a farm-to-table culinary educator.
Member Duties : Develop, facilitate, & evaluate educational field trips for nearly 8,000 youth each school year. Lead groups of youth through leadership, communication and problem-solving activities on the 4-H Ropes Course. Training volunteers to assist with all aspects of programming. Lead and teach youth and community members about urban agriculture and nutrition. Market and promote programming through social media, newsletters and community outreach events. Assist with large community events. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with youth & working with the public; Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions; lift over 50 pounds & work nights & weekends; Valid Driver's License.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .
Service Areas :
Education , Health , Community Outreach , Hunger , Children/Youth , Environment .
Skills :
Public Speaking , Computers/Technology , General Skills , Leadership , Education , Ability to lift over 50 pounds , Team Work , Environment , Public Health , Communications , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development , Community Organization .
