Farm To Preschool Coordinator (temporary Position), Oriskany,ny
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Jefferson County
Oriskany, NY, US
Base: $23.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
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Gardening classroom lessons
Procure local foods
Support family access to fruits
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County is seeking a temporary Farm to Preschool Coordinator to implement nutrition and physical activity programs in low-income childcare settings. The role focuses on enhancing healthy eating and wellness among preschool children through gardening activities and access to fresh local produce.
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Job Summary
The Farm to Preschool Coordinator will implement Farm to Preschool activities at several qualified childcare centers annually in low-income neighborhoods where access to fresh fruits and vegetables is limited.
Primary responsibilities include preschool age gardening classroom lessons and activities, procure local foods to use at their centers and support family access to fresh local fruits and vegetables to address barriers to poor nutrition and food insecurity.
The individual will assist the supervisor with administrative direction and management.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County is seeking a temporary Farm to Preschool Coordinator to implement nutrition and physical activity programs in low-income childcare settings. The role focuses on enhancing healthy eating and wellness among preschool children through gardening activities and access to fresh local produce.
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Salary
Base: $23.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
gardening classroom lessons
procure local foods
support family access to fruits
work with diverse audiences
cultural sensitivity
initiate and evaluate programs
Nice-to-have
policy systems environmental strategies
knowledge of community resources
familiarity with the community
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or Associate Degree plus 2 years experience