Extension Support Specialist I- Agricultural Education/FFA Specialist- Horticulture Section- Sc[...]

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); Remote; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University seeks a passionate candidate for an impactful role in agricultural education, focusing on the establishment of new programs and support for teachers. This full-time remote position offers competitive salary and career advancement opportunities in a supportive environment dedicated to diverse communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous time-off

Opportunity for career advancement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master's preferred.
• 2-4 years of teaching experience or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural education.

Responsibilities

• Support establishment and onboarding of agricultural education programs.
• Provide ongoing support to new teachers.
• Coordinate logistics for state and district programs.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of agricultural education

Microsoft Office proficiency

Google Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in agriculture, education, or a similar field

Master’s Degree in education, agricultural education, or a similar field

Job description

Employer Industry: Education and Agricultural Outreach

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $67,938
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Full-time remote position with moderate travel throughout New York State
- Supportive and inclusive work environment dedicated to community engagement
- Comprehensive benefits package including generous time-off

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Support the establishment and onboarding of new agricultural education programs and FFA chapters
- Provide ongoing support to new teachers and develop resources for new chapters
- Coordinate logistics for state and district level programs and events
- Identify opportunities for growth in urban agricultural education programs
- Promote and adapt agricultural education to be relevant and inclusive for diverse communities

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s Degree in agriculture, education, or a similar field
- 2-4 years of teaching experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong knowledge of agricultural education and FFA programs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Master’s Degree in education, agricultural education, or a similar field
- Experience advising an FFA Chapter
- Agriculture teaching experience at the middle or high school level
- Familiarity with supervised agricultural experiences
- Experience working with diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

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