Summer Youth Program Coordinator (Part-Time, Seasonal)

Summer Youth Program Coordinator (Part-Time, Seasonal) 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 1469 Reservoir Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06606 $23

• $25 an hour
• Temporary, Part-time Green Village Initiative 2 reviews $23
• $25 an hour
• Temporary, Part-time About GVI Green Village Initiative is a Bridgeport-based nonprofit whose mission is to grow food, knowledge, leadership, and community through urban gardening and farming to create a more just food system in Bridgeport.

We operate Reservoir Community Farm, a 1.7-acre pesticide-free urban farm in the heart of the city. About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic, organized leader to coordinate our 2026 Youth Summer Leadership Program (YSLP) at Reservoir Community Farm. The YSLP employs up to 10 Bridgeport high school students each summer in a paid, hands-on urban farming and food justice leadership experience. This is a part-time, seasonal position running May through September 2026, reporting directly to the Executive Director. What You Will Do Lead day-to-day implementation of the Youth Summer Leadership Program Co-supervise up to 10 youth participants ages 15-18 at Reservoir Community Farm Deliver curriculum, coordinate workshops and field trips, and oversee graduation Manage timesheets, payroll, expense reports, data collection, and program databases Delegate responsibilities to the program assistant and intern Serve as the primary liaison between GVI, youth participants, families, and community partners Support farming and gardening activities alongside youth Participate in team events and training as needed Schedule May to mid-

June:

Flexible preparation, orientation, and onboarding Mid-June to August 15: Tuesday-Saturday, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM (with 30-minute lunch) August 15 to mid-

September:

Flexible remote wrap-up, approximately 15 hours/week What We Are Looking For Experience in youth development, education, mentoring, or managing teen groups Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical farmwork Reliable transportation to RCF, the GVI office, and local sites Commitment to food justice, equity, and GVI's mission Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek support Bridgeport residents and bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply Benefits Up to $25/hour based on experience, paid biweekly Fresh, pesticide-free vegetables to take home GVI branded shirt, sun hat, and water bottle BGT bus passes Leadership and agricultural training

Pay:

$23.00

• $25.

00 per hour

Work Location:

In person