School Garden Educator Lancaster, PA 17601 $20 an hour
- Part-time, Seasonal $20 an hour
- Part-time, Seasonal Job Summary
- School Garden Educator We are seeking a dedicated and passionate School Garden Educator to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong appreciation for nature and educating children, with the ability to teach prescribed curriculum in an outdoor school garden setting spring, summer and fall and an indoor classroom setting during the winter. This role involves teaching elementary-age classes how to prepare soil, plant, care for their crops, harvest and incorporate freshly harvested produce into a snack using mobile kitchen supplies outdoors in their on-site school garden during the growing season. Schools are located in the School District of Lancaster, Penn Manor and Columbia Borough School Districts. Self-motivated, collaborative, passionate, creative, multi-lingual, life-long learners are encouraged to apply. Duties Educate students how to plant and care for fruits, vegetables and pollinator-attracting natives. Teach The Edible Classroom's curriculum to groups of 12-25 school-age students outdoors during the growing season and indoors during the winter. Educate students how to follow a simple recipe using freshly harvested garden produce. Perform regular garden maintenance including weeding, pruning, mulching, and watering with a special emphasis on inviting students into the process. Monitor plant health and diagnose issues such as pests or diseases. Collaborate with team members to accomplish the goals of The Edible Classroom. Teach and facilitate educational programming during the Summer season. Maintain organization of storage areas. Utilize Google Workspace and other organizational tools to document garden activities, communicate observations, complete required reports, and fulfill administrative responsibilities. Maintain accurate and timely records, including garden updates, harvest logs, timesheets, and other assigned documentation. Attend virtual meetings with the team and multi-day, in-person training sessions at the start of each programming season. Qualifications Pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate's degree or a college graduate, OR an equivalent amount of experience as determined by the organization. Ability to build positive, professional relationships and communicate effectively with students and adults. Ability to effectively lead and engage groups of students in a learning environment. Able to address normal behavioral issues with students. Must be able to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Able to lift 30 lbs., stand, kneel and bend over for 20 minutes at a time. Eager to learn and teach concepts of gardening, math, biology, ecology, history, and environmental stewardship outdoors in a school garden. Passionate about growing food, environmental sustainability and wellness. Previous experience in gardening is highly desirable. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Reliable transportation and ability to travel between school sites as needed. Join our Team of Garden Educators to give children a real seed to table experience in their school garden.
Job Type:
Seasonal Compensation:
$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 33
- 35 per week March-November, with potential for winter employment
Work Location:
Majority of work is accomplished in school gardens on school property. Additional lesson preparation, documentation, and some meetings are remote.
Start Date:
August 4, 2026 Send inquiries to: Grace Julian, Executive Director grace@theedibleclassroom.org
Pay:
$20.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person
