Seasonal Outdoor Educator

Position: Seasonal Outdoor Educator 

Status: Seasonal, Hourly, Non-Exempt 

Hours: Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:20am and 5:15pm 

• Mandatory training June 1st & 4th-6th, 2025
• Summer Farm Camp runs for 8 weeks beginning June 9 – August 15, 2025

Reports to: Education Manager 

Position Overview

A Seasonal Outdoor Educator will work variable hours per week, up to 40 hours, and will support Coastal Roots Farm’s Education Department in implementing Jewish and Farm-based educational programs during Summer Farm Camp reaching community members of all backgrounds with a focus on preK-8th grade students. 

The ideal candidate will exhibit strong communication, public speaking, and group facilitation skills. They will have an interest in Jewish tradition, agriculture, and environmental stewardship, a passion for working with young people, and a welcoming disposition. They have the ability to teach these concepts to a variety of ages 3-13 years old and have experience in formal, informal, and/or outdoor learning environments. 

Coastal Roots Farm values diversity and an inclusive culture. Candidates should be willing and enthusiastic about working within the Jewish community but may be of any (or no) faith or background.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Seasonal Outdoor Educator’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Supporting the Education Department to create, implement, and evaluate the delivery of the Farm’s Jewish and Farm-based Farm Camp program 
• Is willing and enthusiastic about working within the Jewish community but may be of any (or no) faith or background.  
• Is passionate about environmental, outdoor, Jewish, and/or agriculture-based education.  
• Daily set up and clean-up of learning environment 
• Joining team meetings to plan for activities 
• Caring for campers and providing an unforgettable experience in a loving, non-judgmental environment 

Additional Responsibilities

• Attending relevant meetings. 
• Helping with various farm-related projects.
• Integrating Jewish wisdom, teachings, and values to Farm Camp’s curriculum.
• Other duties may also be assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experiences

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• At least 1-2 years of experience with either Early Childhood, Elementary age, and/or Middle School age children.
• Experience designing and delivering curriculum.
• Understanding and passionate about environmental, outdoor, Jewish, and/or agriculture-based education that may be relevant to the content of a Jewish Community Farm.
• Enjoys working with youth ages 3 and up and their families.
• Ability to build and nurture relationships with a wide variety of people including colleagues, youth, and families.
• Ability and willingness to work in a highly collaborative, co-teaching dynamic.
• Team player and leader.
• Flexible, adaptable, and creative with an ability to work simultaneously on a wide range of projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills with sensitivity to cultural communication differences.  
• Entrepreneurial, adaptable,?and creative.
• Cooperative, service-oriented attitude.
• Dedicated to the camper’s experience.
• Enthusiastic and Mission-aligned.
• Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• A high school or relevant college degree preferred or working towards obtaining one (Child Development, Environmental Studies, Agro-ecology, Jewish Studies, etc.)  
• Teaching Credential preferred or working towards obtaining a certificate or credential in the field of education 
• Experience and background in Jewish settings 
• Experience with creative and arts-based Jewish programming (ex: singing, movement, etc.) 
• Experience of indigenous land-based practices.  

Compensation

$18-$21 per hour commensurate with experience.

Typical Working Conditions

The Seasonal Outdoor Educator will work mostly outdoors and occasionally in the office. There will be exposure to Southern California outside temperatures, chemicals used in the agricultural industry, and loud noises. 

Essential Physical Tasks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Continuous walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., cutting, and carrying. Able to walk a minimum of .5 miles on uneven narrow trails with elevation gain. 

Application Process

Please go to https://coastalrootsfarm.org/job-opportunities/ and click on “Job and Internship opportunities” to apply online. All applicants must submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Job questions

About Coastal Roots Farm

Coastal Roots Farm (CRF) is a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center. We cultivate healthy, connected communities by integrating sustainable agriculture, food justice, and ancient Jewish wisdom. 

We share organic produce with those who need it most and connect people to compelling Jewish ideas and traditions through farming and food. We distribute food through our on-site pay-what-you-can Farm Stand, pop up mobile farm stands, and donations to hunger relief organizations. We offer hands-on education and experiences through School and Group Visits, Farm Camp Farm Tours, Volunteer Opportunities, Jewish Agricultural Festivals, and other community events, inviting our neighbors to connect to the land, Jewish tradition, and each other. 

Coastal Roots Farm is located in Encinitas, CA on approximately 17 acres of land which we recognize as indigenous to the Kumeyaay and Luiseño peoples. Our Farm consists of vegetable production fields, education farm and gardens, a food forest, chickens, and compost operations. Coastal Roots Farm was incubated by the Leichtag Foundation in 2014 and received 501(c)(3) public charity status in 2015. 

Coastal Roots Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workforce. We welcome and strongly encourage people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. All qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information will be considered for this position.