South Whidbey Schools Farm and Food Educator
Listed on 2026-04-28
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Location: Langley
Overview
This is an Ameri Corps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. The South Whidbey School Farm has been growing organic vegetables and providing farm-based learning for over 10 years. We aim to help students see how food, health, community, and environment are connected. Our 1 1/2 acres of growing space includes student beds, market beds, inclusive and sensory beds, and an edible forest space.
The members will support students in farming, cooking, and healthy eating. This position is supported by a certificated teacher and farm manager. We encourage applicants to let us know if they are more interested in the farming, culinary, or teaching aspect of our program. We will begin rolling review of applications and interviews in mid-May. Monthly stipend amount: $1,942.
- The Farm and Food Educator will support the operations and programming of the South Whidbey School District Farm.
- They will assist the teacher in daily lesson delivery; lead students in specific activities related to farming and food such as soil preparation, planting, harvesting, and cooking.
- Support farm operations through routine and seasonal farming tasks.
- Provide additional support to promote and communicate about the program such as writing blog posts, giving tours, and collaborating with volunteers.
- Assist staff with grant writing and reporting as needed.
- Stipend
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Monthly stipend amount: $1,942
- Training
- Health Coverage
- Childcare assistance if eligible
- Permits attendance at school during off hours
- Car recommended
- Permits working at another job during off hours
- Children/Youth
- Health
- Education
- Teaching/Tutoring
- Team Work
- Environment
- Program Type: Ameri Corps State / National
- Program: 26-27 South Whidbey Schools Farm and Food Educator
- Program Start/End Date: 09/01/2026 - 07/15/2027
- Work Schedule: Full Time
- Education level: High school diploma/GED
- Age Requirement: Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
- Program Locations: WASHINGTON
- Accepting Applications: From 04/22/2026 To 02/01/2027
- Brian Kenney
- 5476 Maxwelton Rd, Langley, WA 98260
- wscip.gov
- www.sw.wednet.edu
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