Job Description

FOODPRINTS AFTER SCHOOL LEAD TEACHER (School Year 22-23; Part-Time)

Updated July 2022

WHO WE ARE: FRESHFARM is a nonprofit that works to create a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable food future.  FoodPrints is FRESHFARM’s food education program that aims to make positive changes in what children and their families eat by giving them hands-on experiences with growing, harvesting, cooking, and eating nutritious, fresh, local foods in season. We currently operate in 19 D.C. Public Elementary Schools, and have After School programs at 4 sites in Wards 4, 5 and 7. We are seeking teachers to join the FoodPrints After School team for the 2022-2023 school year, starting in Fall 2022.

WHO YOU ARE:

• An energetic, collaborative team player experienced with teaching elementary school-age children and able to utilize FoodPrints curricular materials for an After School environment 

• Has leadership experience developed ideally in an academic setting or doing outdoor, science, environmental, or place-based learning, and a desire to learn and grow as an educator

• Proficient with cooking & gardening and passionate about sharing knowledge about fresh, local, nutritious, sustainable food with others

• Clear communicator with strong organizational and problem solving skills

• Eager to join a dynamic team of educators who are dedicated to teaching children about growing, harvesting, cooking and eating healthy food

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

In-School Responsibilities  

• Use the FoodPrints curriculum and program model to lead, plan, and teach classes to students After School at one or two schools
• Engage After School students by implementing games, movement activities, and other creative enrichment activities 
• Coordinate with the daytime FoodPrints Lead Teacher to maintain school garden & classroom
• Provide direction and supervision for interns and After School Assistant Teachers

Administrative Responsibilities  

• Attend bi-weekly FoodPrints team meetings and After Care meetings, and occasional team trainings 
• Purchase supplies, produce and other ingredients for classes on a weekly basis with an emphasis on ordering from FRESHFARM’s Pop Up Food Hub
• Document student learning, engagement, and development  using an internal tracking system

THE PERKS:

• Join a collaborative, diverse, & supportive team passionate about food, gardening, & sustainability
• Help FoodPrints blaze the path of food education forward through our new curriculum
• Teach youth in a flexible and fun environment after the school day

THE DETAILS:

• This is a part-time, non-exempt position. The lead teacher will devote some time on Mondays to planning and meetings. Depending on candidate availability & program needs, weekly teaching days could be 2-5 days per week. Total hours weekly can range from 12-24 hours per week. 

Sample Weekly schedule (Sept – June):

• Monday: 9 am to 2 pm  for planning, meetings & preparation
• Monday – Friday: ~2pm-6pm for classes (including set up and clean up)

• Working locations include assigned schools as well as the FRESHFARM office (655 New York Ave NW). Some work can also be done from home.
• The opportunity to continue through the summer and following years is contingent upon funding.

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• DCPS clearance (free of charge; FoodPrints will provide support to navigate this process as needed)
• Ability to lift, transport, or move objects up to 35 lbs, work outdoors and in various weather.
• Access to a personal smartphone required.
• Access to a personal laptop or chromebook required; if an employee does not have access, or needs a new device, FRESHFARM provides a tri-annual stipend of $500 to purchase such a device.

COMPENSATION

• This role is compensated at a rate $24 -$28 per hour.
• All part-time employees receive 40 hours annual sick leave. This role is eligible for 11 annual holidays (4 hours each) and 40 hours of vacation, with an increase in vacation upon 3 years tenure, as well as bereavement and parental leave.
• This role is not eligible for any company benefits. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

FRESHFARM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and building an equitable and inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented groups to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate, and will take affirmative action measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, or veteran status in the following areas: employment, recruitment, or advertisements for employment; compensation, termination, upgrading, and promotions; any other conditions of employment.

How to Apply

• Please send a resume and cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications to careers@freshfarm.or no later than July 24, 2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• In your cover letter, please indicate your availability for this role. (Mondays between 9am-2pm; Monday - Friday between 2-6pm)

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Part-Time. Salaries: 20,000 - 40,000.

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