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Environmental & Outdoor Educator
 
 
 
Through training and mentorship from experienced professional staff, service members in this position gain practical experience in planning and teaching hands-on environmental science and nutrition lessons in Pre-K through high school classrooms and designing and leading afterschool and summer programs. Programs may include farm field trips, guest chef visits, kids cooking classes, youth farmers markets, school lunch & composting programs, in-school hydroponic and STEM education, and outdoor, nature-based summer day camps. Members engage youth and community members in cultivating school gardens through a full growing season and integrating them into curricula. Members receive mentorship from staff experienced in education, marketing, development, local food distribution, food security, and more. They attend regional conferences to expand professional networks and gain insight into the broader food and agricultural sectors. Members also develop skills in community outreach and engagement to build partnerships and foster positive community relationships. As part of a multifaceted food systems organization, all members serving at Mountain Roots participate in “cross-pollination” experiences, rotating through various programs to gain broader exposure. Experiences may include regenerative agriculture, education, local food distribution, agritourism, community food security, and volunteer engagement. Members also contribute to capacity building by improving organizational systems and developing innovative programs to better address rural community needs. Up to 10% of time may involve fundraising, grant writing, and other outreach at community events to promote Mountain Roots’ mission.
 
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Member Duties : ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Together with Environmental Education team members, and with supervision from the Director of Youth Education you will: Design and deliver environmental and nutrition lessons for Pre-K through 12th grade students. Create, plan, and lead after school programs, including kids cooking classes and science/garden clubs Develop and lead summer camp programs – trip-based, outdoor adventure day camps that teach earth science, nature discovery, botany, survival skills, cooking, nature-based arts and crafts, and more Coordinate with local experts for field trips and guest-led educational experiences Cultivate and integrate school gardens & hydroponics units into curricula and cafeterias; organize community garden field days Introduce fresh local foods through tastings, chef-in-classroom programs, and other in-school activities. To see more visit: mountainrootsfoodproject.org/healthy-futures
 
Program Benefits : Health Coverage ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Housing ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Living Allowance . 
 
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Children/Youth ,  Hunger ,  Community Outreach ,  Environment ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Education ,  Health . 
 
Skills :
Public Speaking ,  Public Health ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Team Work ,  First Aid ,  Education ,  Writing/Editing ,  Fine Arts/Crafts ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  General Skills ,  Communications ,  Leadership ,  Counseling ,  Non-Profit Management ,  Community Organization ,  Environment ,  Computers/Technology ,  Youth Development . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Environmental & Outdoor Educator
Program Start/End Date
10/01/2025  -   12/14/2025
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  17    Maximum:  65
Program Locations COLORADO  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  09/01/2025  To  10/01/2025 
Contact Kristen Aaltonen
PO Box 323
Gunnison   CO   81230
7657142888
kristen@mountainrootsfoodproject.org
https://www.mountainrootsfoodproject.org/inschool
Listing ID 127446

       

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