Monday, August 29, 2011

Gardening Coordinator/Instructor (oakland east)

Learning for Life afterschool program and Horace Mann Elementary in Oakland is looking for an afterschool Gardening Coordinator/Instructor. Applicants should have a positive attitude and the desire to make a difference in the lives of children as well as be a team player/leader among peers and co-workers.

Please see a list of responsibilities and requirements below:

Responsibilities:
- Develop class curriculum in coordination with the site coordinator
- Teach gardening class (15-17 students per class in rotating age groups)
encompassing gardening, nutrition and cooking to students in grades 1-5
- Oversee other gardening programs at two additional school sites
- Incorporate youth development into lessons -- teamwork, community, leadership, etc.
- Create a safe and positive class environment
- Communicate student progress with parents and after-school coordinator
- Lesson plans are due every Thursday for the following week

Requirements:
- Provide college transcripts OR be willing to take a certification test if you have less than 48 college credits
- Be dedicated and able to commit for the entire school year
- Have reliable transportation and/or access to public transportation
- Provide negative TB test results within the last 4 years
- Submit to a background check

Where: Horace Mann Elementary 5222 Ygnacio Ave., Oakland
Start Date: August 23, 2011
End Date: June 15, 2012
You will have school vacations off (unpaid)
Hours: M/T/Th/F 2:15 -- 5:30pm plus 10 additional hours per week to coach/lead garden instructors at other school sites=23 hours per week
Pay: $16/hr

Please forward your cover letter and resume by email to Kate Wollner, Learning for Life, at the above email address for consideration. Please include Gardening Coordinator/Instructor, Horace Mann + your name in the subject line.
Learning for Life is an EOE.

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