AgCorps Ag Educator

AmeriCorps; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Education award upon completion of se

Job summary

AmeriCorps AgCorps program in Montana seeks an Ag Educator to implement lesson plans in K-12 settings, support Farm to School activities, and lead school garden instruction. The role includes delivering Harvest of the Month activities and summer ag education for youth across the state.

Applicants should have some college, strong public speaking and teaching skills, and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions. Training and evaluation participation are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to engage and educate diverse groups of youth and adults.
• Ability to speak clearly and connect curriculum to real-world farming.
• Commitment to trainings, evaluation, and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans connecting schools and local farmers
• Assist with Farm to School and Ag in the Classroom activities
• Lead educational field trips for elementary school classrooms
• Teach lessons and provide assistnace in school gardens
• Provide Ag focused lessons to youth throughout the summer
• Plan and implement educational Harvest of the Month cooking lessons
• Conduct noxious weeds education in schools across the state

Skills

Public Speaking

Youth Development

General Skills

Leadership

Team Work

Teaching/Tutoring

Education

Community Organization

Education

Some college

Job description

AgCorps members with a focus on education are generally serving in k-12 schools or non-profits with a strong emphasis on agricultural education. There is also the possibility of assisting with Ag-focused summer camps and events. Most members are utilizing a Farm to School, Ag in the Classroom, or Harvest of the Month curriculum. Specific position duties vary depending on host site location. Specific positions under Ag Education can be found at: https://agr.mt.gov/Topics/A-D/AgCorps-pages/Current-Positions.

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Member Duties

• Implement lesson plans connecting schools and local farmers
• Assist with Farm to School and Ag in the Classroom activities
• Lead educational field trips for elementary school classrooms
• Teach lessons and provide assistnace in school gardens
• Provide Ag focused lessons to youth throughout the summer
• Plan and implement educational Harvest of the Month cooking lessons
• Conduct noxious weeds education in schools across the state

Possible KSAs

• Ability to serve community members of different socioeconomic backgrounds
• Knowledge base of food systems and local agriculture is a plus
• Previous experience educating children and adults is a plus
• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Basic gardening, cooking, and agricultural skills a plus
• Willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
• Attendance to mandatory trainings and participation in evaluation and reporting is a requirement.

Program Benefits

• Training
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health Coverage
• Stipend
• Living Allowance

Terms

• Car recommended
• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Uniforms provided and required

Service Areas

• Children/Youth
• Environment
• Community Outreach
• Health
• Education

Skills

• Public Speaking
• Youth Development
• General Skills
• Leadership
• Team Work
• Teaching/Tutoring
• Education
• Community Organization

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Program Type

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

AgCorps Ag Educator

Program Start/End Date

01/11/2027 - 11/19/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

Some college

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: 85

Program Locations

MONTANA

Accepting Applications

From 07/29/2026 To 12/21/2026

Contact

Amanda Coyle

302 N Roberts St

Helena MT 59601

4064447819

[e-mail]

agr.mt.gov/AgCorps

Listing ID 130374