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Join to apply for the Outdoor Educator role at Coastal Roots Farm . Position: Outdoor Educator Status: PT-Regular, Non-Exempt Hours: PT-Regular-Minimum 8 hours per week Reports to: Education Management About Coastal Roots Farm Coastal Roots Farm (CRF) is a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center. We cultivate healthy, connected communities by integrating sustainable agriculture, food justice, and ancient Jewish wisdom. We share organic produce with those who need it most and connect people to compelling Jewish ideas and traditions through farming and food. We distribute food through our on-site pay-what-you-can Farm Stand, pop‑up mobile farm stands, and donations to hunger relief organizations. We offer hands‑on education and experiences through School and Group Visits, Farm Camp and Farm Tours, Volunteer Opportunities, Jewish Agricultural Festivals, and other community events, inviting our neighbors to connect to the land, Jewish tradition, and each other. Coastal Roots Farm is located in Encinitas, CA on approximately 17 acres of land which we recognize as indigenous to the Kumeyaay and Luiseño peoples. Our farm consists of vegetable production fields, an education farm and gardens, a food forest, chickens, and compost operations. Coastal Roots Farm was incubated by the Leichtag Foundation in 2014 and received 501(c)(3) public charity status in 2015. Position Overview An Outdoor Educator will work part‑time regular hours per week, based upon a pre‑established schedule with the Education Management team. This role supports Coastal Roots Farm’s Education Department in facilitating Jewish and farm‑based educational programs for community members of all backgrounds, focusing on Preschool‑Grade 12 students, young families, and adults. The educator will deliver a wide array of programs including farm camps, field trip visits, Jewish agricultural festivals, nature play programming, and other community events. Essential Duties And Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: Farm Camp reaching youth Preschool‑5th grade. Field Trip Visits serving youth Preschool‑12th grade. After‑School on the farm serving youth PreK‑5th grade. Support Jewish Agricultural Festivals and other community events for young families and adults. Birthday parties reaching youth ages 2‑10. Nature Play daily visitor experience reaching youth ages 12 months and older. Farm Tours serving community members. Supporting the maintenance of all education spaces including the education farm and garden, nature play and environmental learning space, and farm‑STEM science lab. Additional Responsibilities Supporting volunteer opportunities for outside groups and the general public. Outreach to community members, schools, and/or partner organizations. Supporting weekend and evening events for an audience of children and adults. Attending relevant meetings and events. Helping with various farm‑related projects. Other duties may also be assigned by supervisor. Requirements Required Qualifications and Experiences 1‑2 years of experience in formal or non‑formal educational settings. Enjoys working with youth ages 12 months and up, primarily focusing on school‑aged children and their families. Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and creative. Ability to build and nurture relationships with a wide variety of people, including colleagues, the general public, youth, seniors, funders, etc. Active listening and clear communication skills. Possesses sensitivity to cultural differences. Cooperative, service‑oriented attitude. Team player and leader. Works well under pressure and in a fast‑paced environment. Familiarity with Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications and Experience High School degree. Spanish fluency with comfortability leading programs in Spanish. Experience with spiritual, creative, or arts‑based programming (e.g., singing, guitar, movement, etc.). Experience working with youth in a non‑traditional classroom setting. Knowledge of indigenous land‑based practices. Compensation $20/hr+ depending on experience. Typical Working Conditions An Outdoor Educator will work mostly outdoors and occasionally in the office. Exposure to Southern California outdoor temperatures, chemicals used in the agricultural industry, and loud noises is expected. Essential Physical Tasks Continuous walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. Cutting and carrying. Able to walk a minimum of 0.5 miles on uneven narrow trails with elevation gain. Application Process Please visit and click on “Job and Internship opportunities” to apply online. All applicants must submit: Cover letter Resume Job questions Coastal Roots Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workforce. We welcome and strongly encourage people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. All qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information will be considered for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Coastal Roots Farm

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