Urban Farm Crew Leader & Youth Mentor

Soul Food Project; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 28.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Soul Food Project is seeking a part-time Crew Leader in Indianapolis to guide a Seeds to Leaders crew across urban farming tasks, curriculum delivery, and community engagement. You will mentor youth, document performance, and coordinate with partners to ensure program goals are met.

Responsibilities include hands-on farm work, safe operation of tools, and timely communication with supervisors. Occasional office duties and flexible site assignments may be required to support program needs.

Formación

• Experience in urban farming, sustainable agriculture, market gardening, or landscaping.
• Experience leading, teaching, or mentoring youth or young adults.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsabilidades

• Guide and supervise crew on farm tasks (planting, weeding, harvesting, post-harvest handling, site maintenance).
• Develop employability skills in crew (attendance, communication, teamwork, safety).
• Provide weekly written and verbal feedback on crew performance.
• Act as information resource for project partners, community members, farm staff, and media.
• Support in custodial work and curriculum delivery as needed.
• Coordinate with supervisors and partners in written form and in person; adhere to events and schedules.
• Handle office duties such as printing and document organization.
• Site assignments and schedules may change based on farm needs.

Conocimientos

Agriculture

Youth leadership

Communication

Documentation

First Aid

Educación

HS Diploma/GED

Descripción del empleo

Soul Food Project is seeking a part-time Crew Leader in Indianapolis to guide a Seeds to Leaders crew across urban farming tasks, curriculum delivery, and community engagement. You will mentor youth, document performance, and coordinate with partners to ensure program goals are met.

Responsibilities include hands-on farm work, safe operation of tools, and timely communication with supervisors. Occasional office duties and flexible site assignments may be required to support program needs.