Full-Time FoodPrints Assistant, Lead and/or Bilingual Teacher
Job Description
WHO WE ARE: FRESHFARM is a non-profit that promotes sustainable agriculture and improves food access and equity in the Mid-Atlantic Region. 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 in Wards 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 and work in partnership with administrators and teachers to ensure that FoodPrints is a relevant, enriching program that teaches Common Core, Next Generation Science and DCPS/OSSE Health standards adapted to the unique curricular goals of each school. We are seeking teachers to join the FoodPrints team starting in Spring 2022, and are also considering candidates interested in starting in the 2022-2023 school year.
WHO YOU ARE:
Lead Teachers:
- An experienced teacher with an ability to work students in an academic setting & utilize and adapt curricular materials for student and class needs
- Ideally you have a combination of classroom teaching experience with preschool – 5th grade students, strong classroom management skills, as well as experience with cooking, gardening, and educating children and adults about the benefits of fresh, local, nutritious, sustainable food
- Familiar with interdisciplinary, hands-on, student-centered learning approaches
- Excited to be a FoodPrints leader in the local public school community
Assistant Teachers:
- A flexible team-player with experience working with youth, ideally in an academic setting or doing outdoor, science, environmental, or place-based learning
- Proficient with cooking & gardening and passionate about sharing knowledge about fresh, local, nutritious, sustainable food with others
- Clear communicator and strong listener with a desire to learn and grow as an educator
For bilingual role: you have professional-level fluency in both Spanish & English
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
In-School Responsibilities
- Use FoodPrints curriculum to plan and lead preschool through 5th grade classes in gardening, cooking, eating and academic content in partnership with your school
- Manage (leads) or support (assistance) maintenance of school garden and teaching kitchen/classroom
- Lead Teachers: Provide direction and supervision for interns and parent volunteers
- Assistant Teachers: Collaborate with Lead Teachers to create successful working relationships with schools and take direction from Lead Teachers and Instructional Support team and engage in professional development opportunities
Administrative Responsibilities
- Assist with submission of grant reports,and complete documentation of lessons
- Lead Teachers: Order all produce and ingredients for classes on a weekly basis using online ordering systems
- Attend bi-weekly FoodPrints team meetings and other trainings and professional development opportunities
THE PERKS:
- Join a collaborative, diverse, & supportive team passionate about food, gardening, & sustainability
- Contribute to the growth of our program as we launch FoodPrints at new partner schools
- Help FoodPrints blaze the path of food education forward through our new curriculum
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 in all weather conditions.
- Access to transportation to and from assigned school site(s) and FRESHFARM Office
- Access to a personal smartphone
POSITION DETAILS
- Roles are full-time, exempt positions expected to work ~40 hours per week
- Compensation:
- Assistant Teacher: $49,000 – $55,000 annual salary
- Lead Teacher: $58,000 – $62,000 annual salary
- Paid Leave: 72 hours sick leave, 11 holidays (8 hours each), 80 hours of vacation leave (with an increase upon 3 years tenure), and 3 floating holidays; 8 weeks of parental leave
- Typically, FoodPrints programming ceases & the FRESHFARM office closes during DCPS Winter Break, which includes paid time off for salaried employees
- Benefits: eligible for 100% employer-sponsored healthcare, disability, and life insurance; generous employer coverage for vision and dental; and an employee-funded 403b retirement plan.
- Stipend to purchase laptop or chromebook provided, if needed
- Working locations include assigned schools as well as the FRESHFARM office (655 New York Ave NW). The FRESHFARM office is currently closed except for essential work; until then, and upon reopening, some work can also be done from home.
- The individual in this role will typically work Monday – Friday during normal business hours. Occasional family classes on the weekend & evenings may be scheduled by lead teachers.
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: (1) Employment, recruitment, or advertisements for employment, (2) Compensation, termination, upgrading, and promotions, and/or (3) Any other conditions of employment.
How to Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications to careers@ffm.org. In your cover letter, please also indicate:- If you are interested in a Lead Teacher, Assistant Teacher
- If you are interested in a bilingual role (English/Spanish)
- If you are interested in starting during Winter/Spring 2022 or the next school year (SY 2022-2023)
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