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UACE Educator Tucson Village Farm
 
 
 
This position will have the member serving in an educational role, using an urban farm and a ropes course to teach young people ages 5-18 about urban agriculture, nutrition, culinary skills and leadership skills and more. This position is ideal for someone who wants to work outdoors, teaching kids and having a variety of educational opportunities. Serving at Tucson Village Farm and the 4-H Healthy Living Center a member has the opportunity to engage in a variety of tasks. From teaching a cooking class at our Culinary Education Center to running teambuilding programs at the ropes course or leading a field trip in our gardens. We have a wide variety of programs, projects and activities in a gorgeous, albeit hot and dry location. A member serving here needs to want to work hard, enjoy interacting with youth, be flexible and have a willingness to be a team player. Members will receive training in arid land food production, youth development, leadership development and program design and implementation.
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.



Member Duties : Develop, facilitate, & evaluate educational field trips for nearly 8,000 youth each school year. Lead groups of youth through leadership, communication and problem-solving activities on the 4-H Ropes Course. Training volunteers to assist with all aspects of programming. Lead and teach youth and community members about urban agriculture and nutrition. Market and promote programming through social media, newsletters and community outreach events. Assist with large community events. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with youth & working with the public; Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions; lift over 50 pounds & work nights & weekends; Valid Driver’s License.
 
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Living Allowance ,  Training . 
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Community Outreach ,  Children/Youth ,  Hunger ,  Health ,  Environment ,  Education . 
 
Skills :
Team Work ,  Public Speaking ,  Education ,  Computers/Technology ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Youth Development ,  Environment ,  Communications ,  Ability to lift over 50 pounds ,  Community Organization ,  General Skills ,  Leadership ,  Public Health . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
UACE Educator Tucson Village Farm
Program Start/End Date
08/19/2024  -   07/20/2025
Work Schedule Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  16    Maximum:  99
Program Locations ARIZONA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/20/2024  To  06/12/2025 
Contact Liz Sparks
4210 N Campbell Ave
Tucson   AZ   85719
5206265161
clipin@email.arizona.edu
Listing ID 106306

       

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