AmeriCorps Gardener/Farm Educator

PARK EAST ACADEMY INC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 167,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Education Award

Health coverage

Professional development

Leadership training

Childcare assistance

Student loan forbearance/deferment

Job summary

Ray of Life Collective invites applications for an AmeriCorps Gardener/Farm Educator to maintain garden spaces and lead engaging learning experiences for children and the community in Atlanta. The role blends gardening, sustainability, and youth education in a hands-on setting.

Ideal candidates are passionate about gardening and education, able to work outdoors, learn new skills, and collaborate with others.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Passion for gardening, agriculture, youth, education, or community service
• Willing and able to work outdoors
• Eager to learn new gardening and farming skills
• Dependable and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Must successfully complete a required background check
• Reliable transportation is a plus

Responsibilities

• Establish, plant, maintain, and beautify gardens and farm spaces
• Grow vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other crops
• Teach children and community members about gardening, nutrition, and sustainability
• Assist with harvesting and composting
• Prepare and maintain garden beds
• Help create beautiful, productive, and engaging outdoor learning spaces
• Support community gardening and educational activities

Job description

Job Title

Job Title: AmeriCorps Gardener/Farm Educator

Organization

Organization: Ray of Life Collective

Position Type

Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Program Dates

Program Dates: September 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027

About the Position

Ray of Life Collective is seeking an enthusiastic and community-minded AmeriCorps Gardener/Farm Educator to help maintain productive garden and farm spaces while providing engaging educational experiences for children and community members.

This opportunity is ideal for someone interested in gardening, agriculture, sustainability, education, youth development, and community service.

Responsibilities

• Establish, plant, maintain, and beautify gardens and farm spaces
• Grow vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other crops
• Teach children and community members about gardening, nutrition, and sustainability
• Assist with harvesting and composting
• Prepare and maintain garden beds
• Help create beautiful, productive, and engaging outdoor learning spaces
• Support community gardening and educational activities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Passion for gardening, agriculture, youth, education, or community service
• Willing and able to work outdoors
• Eager to learn new gardening and farming skills
• Dependable and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Must successfully complete a required background check
• Reliable transportation is a plus

AmeriCorps Living Allowance & Benefits

Part-Time:

$1,223.52 per month

$3,697.50 total Education Award upon successful completion of the term

Members may also be eligible for professional development and leadership training, student loan forbearance/deferment on qualifying loans, childcare assistance, and health coverage.

Why Join Us?

Turn your passion for gardening and education into meaningful community service. You’ll gain hands-on experience, strengthen your leadership skills, help others learn, and contribute to healthier and more sustainable community spaces.