Seasonal Garden Coordinator
Dorena School
10 Hours/Week
Summer 2024
The garden coordinator works under the direction of a credentialed teacher, coordinating and assisting in garden instruction, garden upkeep, and student activities in the garden at our school site.
*Works with small groups of students in the garden, promoting and increasing awareness of good nutritional habits in the relationship of the garden to the food we eat.
* Waters, rakes hose, shovels and weeds planted area, compost yard and vegetable waste
* Plants seeds, and seedlings; transplants and harvest vegetables, fruits, flowers, and herbs.
* Plans and develops educational programs for students
*Answering schedules class garden sessions.
* Provides information orally, and in writing regarding garden projects to staff students and parents.
* Consults with staff and student progress and behavior. Monitor student progress and provides feedback to staff members
* Researches and prepares educational materials; establishes garden and nutrition resource files, and distributes materials
* Knowledge of soil plants planting and composting methods.
* Knowledge of gardening, safety procedures.
* Knowledge of instructional methods and techniques,
*Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to monitor large groups of students
* Ability to use various gardening, tools, and supplies safely and efficiently.
* Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, stooping, carrying, pushing, pulling, and standing for long periods of time
Must be able to pass a background check