Visionary Co-Director, Place-Based Learning Center

ADP, Inc.; Town of Ghent (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawthorne Valley Farm’s Place Based Learning Center (PBLC) is seeking a Co-Director to oversee year-round operations, program development, budgeting, facilities, animal care, compliance, and community partnerships in a Waldorf-inspired, farm-based setting.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and hands-on experiential education with children and adults, including managing summer programs and coordinating with staff across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Administrative or organizational leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success as an educational, youth program, or organizational leader.
• Experience managing and supporting staff, including seasonal or temporary employees.
• Experience with Summer Camp management or comparable youth-program leadership.
• Strong financial and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and managerial skills.
• Experience working effectively with people with a wide range of learning styles, communication styles, abilities, and support needs.
• Commitment to the principles and philosophy of Waldorf Education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of educational programming for visiting school groups, Hawthorne Valley School students, and other local schools, generally serving students from 3rd through 11th grade.
• Plan and operate the annual Summer Camp program, including seasonal staff recruitment, hiring, onboarding, supervision, scheduling, programming, and day-to-day coordination.
• Manage and support permanent and seasonal staff, fostering a collaborative workplace grounded in respect, honesty, trust, and clear communication.
• Oversee the PBLC’s annual budget and monitor expenses throughout the year, working with the HVA Board of Trustees as needed.
• Collaborate with HVA’s Development and Marketing teams to support fundraising, enrollment, and community outreach goals.
• Oversee the care of program animals and ensure appropriate animal care coverage year-round.
• Provide oversight of the facilities and physical spaces used by the PBLC, including maintenance, cleaning, and program readiness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, and Columbia County Department of Health requirements for the PBLC Dining Hall and Summer Camp.
• Participate in HVA’s Inter-branch Management Group and contribute to the broader leadership and community of Hawthorne Valley.

Skills

Educational leadership

Staff management

Budget management

Communication skills

Waldorf education

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Hawthorne Valley Farm’s Place Based Learning Center (PBLC) is seeking a Co-Director to oversee year-round operations, program development, budgeting, facilities, animal care, compliance, and community partnerships in a Waldorf-inspired, farm-based setting.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and hands-on experiential education with children and adults, including managing summer programs and coordinating with staff across teams.