Thrive Alliance
The HEAL Project: Garden and Farm Educator
Thrive Alliance, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061
The HEAL Project (THP) is seeking a passionate and flexible Garden and Farm Educator to join our team. This full-time, irregular, non-exempt position is responsible for delivering our award-winning garden and farm education programs to students across San Mateo County. The role combines leading garden-based science lessons at elementary schools in San Mateo County with seasonal field trips and camps at our two-acre San Mateo County School Farm in El Granada. Garden and Farm Educators play a vital role in fostering curiosity, respect for the natural world, and healthy lifestyle habits among youth. Using THP’s established curriculum, aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core, Educators deliver engaging, hands-on lessons in gardening, nutrition, and environmental literacy for students in grades PreK–5.
Weekly Schedule : Typical hours are weekdays from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm; occasional hours outside of these times may be requested.
Start Date : September 2025 Specific
Locations : Henry Ford Elementary School, Redwood City; San Mateo County School Farm, El Granada, California
About The HEAL Project The HEAL Project (THP) is a unique organization providing hands-on programming that instills healthy lifestyle habits in elementary school children while inspiring environmental and agricultural awareness through a comprehensive, interactive curriculum. THP teaches kids where their food comes from and why it matters.
Responsibilities Garden and Farm Education (70%)
Teach engaging, garden-based science lessons at partner schools and field-based lessons at the School Farm
Lead students in seasonal cooking and food preparation demonstrations, tastings, and nutrition lessons.
Facilitate hands-on garden and farm activities such as planting, weeding, composting, harvesting, and nature walks.
Plan and lead summer and seasonal day camps at the San Mateo County Educational School Farm.
Create a safe, inclusive, and joyful learning environment for all students.
Program Support & Administration (20%)
Prepare materials and maintain teaching gardens and educational farm areas in collaboration with the THP team.
Track attendance, maintain program documentation, and collect student surveys and assessments.
Contribute to THP communications by sharing program updates, photos, and stories for newsletters and social media.
Participate in THP staff meetings, professional development, and trainings.
Special Events & Outreach (10%)
Support THP and school-based events, including Back to School Night, Open Houses, and community celebrations.
Assist with volunteer and fundraising events, including occasional evenings and weekends. Lead farm tours, service-learning groups, and volunteer workdays.
Compensation $25.00/hour; earns paid time off and benefits
To Apply Email gardens@thehealproject.org with (1) a brief explanation of your interest in the position, and (2) a resume or other detailed summary of your experience. The position will remain open until filled.
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Weekly Schedule : Typical hours are weekdays from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm; occasional hours outside of these times may be requested.
Start Date : September 2025 Specific
Locations : Henry Ford Elementary School, Redwood City; San Mateo County School Farm, El Granada, California
About The HEAL Project The HEAL Project (THP) is a unique organization providing hands-on programming that instills healthy lifestyle habits in elementary school children while inspiring environmental and agricultural awareness through a comprehensive, interactive curriculum. THP teaches kids where their food comes from and why it matters.
Responsibilities Garden and Farm Education (70%)
Teach engaging, garden-based science lessons at partner schools and field-based lessons at the School Farm
Lead students in seasonal cooking and food preparation demonstrations, tastings, and nutrition lessons.
Facilitate hands-on garden and farm activities such as planting, weeding, composting, harvesting, and nature walks.
Plan and lead summer and seasonal day camps at the San Mateo County Educational School Farm.
Create a safe, inclusive, and joyful learning environment for all students.
Program Support & Administration (20%)
Prepare materials and maintain teaching gardens and educational farm areas in collaboration with the THP team.
Track attendance, maintain program documentation, and collect student surveys and assessments.
Contribute to THP communications by sharing program updates, photos, and stories for newsletters and social media.
Participate in THP staff meetings, professional development, and trainings.
Special Events & Outreach (10%)
Support THP and school-based events, including Back to School Night, Open Houses, and community celebrations.
Assist with volunteer and fundraising events, including occasional evenings and weekends. Lead farm tours, service-learning groups, and volunteer workdays.
Compensation $25.00/hour; earns paid time off and benefits
To Apply Email gardens@thehealproject.org with (1) a brief explanation of your interest in the position, and (2) a resume or other detailed summary of your experience. The position will remain open until filled.
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