Temporary Farm to ECE Extension Coordinator

Temporary Farm to ECE Extension Coordinator

The Farm to Early Care & Education ( ECE ) Extension Coordinator will work with county-level Extension staff and community partners to assess community needs and coordinate implementation of Farm to ECE programming in Head Start and other ECE settings. The Coordinator will provide hands‑on support for establishing and sustaining ECE gardens and garden education programs; provide virtual and in‑person coaching and technical assistance to teachers, administrators, and other partners;

coordinate delivery and setup of garden supplies and outdoor learning materials; support garden site preparation, planting, maintenance, and troubleshooting; participate in community and Extension meetings; support development of partner action plans; and assist with project research and evaluation activities, including data collection and site visits. Regular travel to participating counties and community sites is required.

This is a part‑time position averaging 10–15 hours per week. Regular travel to participating counties and ECE sites is an essential function of the position. The role includes outdoor, hands‑on work related to garden establishment and maintenance and may require work in varying weather conditions, transport of supplies/materials, and assistance with setup or assembly of garden and outdoor learning materials.

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited No

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

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Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule 10-15/hrs per week, flexible during the normal work week, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a
• High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Department Required Skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with Extension staff, early care and education partners, and community stakeholders
• Effective written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Ability to provide hands‑on support for garden establishment and maintenance
• Basic knowledge of gardening, horticulture, agriculture education, or a related field, including plant care, soils, fertilizers, seasonal planting, pest management, and garden troubleshooting
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to participating counties and community sites
• Ability to perform outdoor work in varying weather conditions and transport/setup program materials
• Ability to complete required NC State human‑subjects/ CITI training and follow research and site protocols

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Experience translating gardening or agricultural knowledge into educational programming or technical assistance for non‑expert audiences
• Experience working with early care and education, Head Start, Cooperative Extension, community‑based programs, or Farm to ECE initiatives
• Experience providing coaching or technical assistance
• Experience supporting program implementation, evaluation, or data collection

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