Green Thumbs Growing Kids is a garden and food education non-profit based in the St. Jamestown neighbourhood. Through hands-on programs and engaging learning opportunities, we work with urban children, youth and their families to grow and prepare fresh foods in an environmentally sustainable manner.
We are hiring 6 summer staff for summer 2017, in two roles. Please see the positions below.
POSITION 1: Community Garden Program Leader
POSITION 2: Community Garden Program Assistant
POSITION 1: Community Garden Program Leader
June 26 – August 24, $13/hr (30 hours/week)
Green Thumbs is seeking 2 candidates under 30 to assist us with maintaining our 4 gardens, and play a leading/supervisory role in running our summer gardening programs.
DUTIES:
Lead summer program staff in developing and facilitating fun and educational programs for young children in school gardens
Assist with general garden maintenance of 4 garden sites, including: weeding, watering, harvesting, compost management, rainwater catchment systems, garden construction and repair.
Support GTGK’s family garden programming and community outreach initiatives (e.g. Family drop in and seniors gardening programs)
Support GTGK at the Regent Park Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays (help prepare with harvesting and transporting flowers or other promotional items; support other vendors with load in and load out, set up table and talk about GTGK with community members)
Assist with program administration, including documentation, photography and social media outreach
QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated experience developing and leading children’s recreation programs
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently
Ability to work in all weather conditions and maintain high energy levels
Knowledge and interest in gardening, food, and/or urban agriculture
Willingness to try new things and get your hands dirty!
Experience supervising and engaging children
Ability to work collaboratively with excellent communication skills
Residence or knowledge of St. Jamestown or Regent Park an asset
Participation in the Urban Roots Youth program an asset
Ability to speak both English and French preferred, other languages reflective of the community an asset
Ability to ride a bike is an asset!
Supervisory experience is an asset.
Must be aged 15 to 30 years and are full-time students intending to return to their studies in the next school year.
Green Thumbs Growing Kids is committed to employment equity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and aboriginal people to apply.
TO APPLY: Please email your resume with a cover letter IN A SINGLE FILE detailing your qualifications to jobs@greenthumbsto.org DEADLINE: Friday June 5 at 5 pm. No phone calls.
POSITION 2: Community Garden Program Assistant
June 26 – August 24, $11.40/hr (30 hours/week)
Green Thumbs is seeking 4 youth under 30 to assist us with maintaining our 4 gardens, and play a leading role in facilitating our summer gardening programs. DUTIES:
Assist with general garden maintenance for 4 garden sites, including: weeding, watering, harvesting, compost management, rainwater catchment systems, garden construction and repair.
Support the program leader in developing and leading fun and educational programs for young children in school gardens
Support GTGK’s family garden programming and community outreach initiatives (e.g. Family drop in and seniors gardening programs)
Represent GTGK as needed at the Regent Park Farmer’s Market on Wednesday evenings (help prepare with harvesting and transporting flowers or other promotional items; support other vendors with load in and load out, set up table and talk about GTGK with community members)
Assist with program administration, including documentation, photography and social media outreach
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to work in all weather conditions and maintain high energy levels
Basic interest or understanding in gardening, food, and/or urban agriculture
Willingness to try new things and get your hands dirty!
Experience supervising and engaging children
Ability to take initiative and work independently
Ability to work collaboratively with excellent communication skills
Residence or intimate knowledge of St. Jamestown or Regent Park an asset
Participation in the Urban Roots Youth program an asset
Experience in developing and leading children’s recreation programs
Ability to speak both English and French preferred, other languages reflective of the community an asset
Bike-friendly applicants an asset!
Must be aged 15 to 30 years and are full-time students intending to return to their studies in the next school year.
Green Thumbs Growing Kids is committed to employment equity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and aboriginal people to apply
TO APPLY: Please email your resume with a cover letter IN A SINGLE FILE detailing your qualifications to jobs@greenthumbsto.org DEADLINE: Friday June 5 at 5 pm. No phone calls.
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