About:

Missouri Farmers Care Foundation’s Agriculture Education on the Move™ program is seeking an educator to implement the Ag Moves program in the Springfield area.  Agriculture Education on the Move™ focuses on elementary agriculture science curriculum. Content includes crop, livestock, soil and water conservation, nutrition and careers in agriculture. The educator will deliver content in the classroom, as well as develop and manage relationships with schools. Orientation and background check will be provided. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter..

Required Skills:

o   A passion for and basic knowledge of agriculture

o   Professionalism, responsibility and time management skills

o   Experience and a comfort level teaching young people

o   Willing to create a fun and enthusiastic learning environment for youth, ages 8-12

o   Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills

o   Self-directed, detail-oriented

Location: 

This educator role is a part-time contract position.  The selected individual will be working remotely with no designated office space.

Expectations:

·   The regional educator will teach the Agriculture Education on the Move™ 10-week course in Springfield schools and the surrounding area. 

·  Provide classroom photos, reports and surveys from host schools.

·  Work with the regional lead and management team to promote the program through local outlets and develop efforts to advance Ag Education on the Move’s mission and goals. 

·   Participate in Ag Moves team training and meetings. 

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter at the link below.