UACE La Paz County and CRIT FRTEP

AmeriCorps; Parker (AZ); Ibrido; USD 15.000 - 25.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Training

Education award upon successful completion

Stipend

Descrizione del lavoro

AmeriCorps is seeking a member for a gardening position in Parker, Arizona. The role involves teaching gardening activities and maintaining gardens while supporting local community events. Ideal candidates should have knowledge of gardening, excellent communication skills, and a love for community service.

The position is part-time, with flexibility in scheduling and opportunities to work on related projects within diverse community settings. Applications are open until November 15, 2026.

Competenze

• Knowledge in gardening and the local environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, knowledge of Spanish a plus.
• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.

Mansioni

• Assist in teaching basic gardening lessons incorporating STEM concepts.
• Help in garden activities like planting and weeding.
• Maintain a record of activities and communicate project needs.

Conoscenze

Gardening knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite)

Formazione

High school diploma/GED

Strumenti

Computers

Descrizione del lavoro

The position will mostly do vegetable gardening activities and help teach garden participants learn the basic science of gardening and taking care of plants. The La Paz County Community Gardening Program is comprised of multiple program areas within Cooperative Extension, including the Federally Recognized Tribal Extension Program, Agriculture, Family, Consumer, and Health Sciences and the 4‑H Youth Development programs. The goal of this position is to help with maintaining current gardens as well as instruction at those gardens to share knowledge and skills with La Paz County residents and students. This program works with diverse audiences from youth to seniors, tribal and non‑tribal AmeriCorps volunteers of the community. A love for learning and participating actively in community events is a must. This position supports the events and projects in the health sciences area. The schedule may fluctuate and may require occasional weekend work.

Member Duties

• Assist in teaching basic gardening lessons incorporating STEM concepts to students and community members participating in the gardening classes.
• Help in all garden activities from garden bed preparation, planting, weeding, etc., and monitor pest and disease occurrence then report them to the site supervisor.
• Comply with other activities required by the program such as National Day of Service, Civic Engagement Projects, etc.
• Maintain a record of activities and communicate project needs to the Site Supervisor.

Program Benefits

• Training
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Stipend

Terms

• Car recommended.
• Permitted to work at another job during off hours.
• Permitted to attend school during off hours.

Service Areas

• Children/Youth
• Tribal
• Education
• Community Outreach

Skills

• Computers/Technology
• Communications
• Team Work

Qualifications

• Knowledge in gardening & the local environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (knowledge of Spanish a plus).
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.

Program Details

Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National

Program: UACE La Paz County and CRIT FRTEP

Program Start / End Date: 09/14/2026 - 06/20/2027

Work Schedule: Part Time

Education Level: High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement: Minimum 18, Maximum 99

Program Locations: ARIZONA

Languages: English (Spanish a plus)

Accepting Applications: From 06/16/2026 To 11/15/2026

Contact

Adonis Alamban
2524 S Mutahar St
Parker AZ 85344
520-626-9243
[e-mail]

Listing ID: 106336