Ag in the Classroom Educator - Morrisville, NY

The Ag In the Classroom (AITC) Educator is a key front-facing member of the CCE Madison team. They will implement Agriculture in the Classroom curriculum (with a focus on Dairy Education) with the aim of fostering awareness, understanding, and appreciation of how we produce food and fiber, what we eat, and how we live by helping teachers, students, and their communities learn about and engage with agriculture and food systems. They will deliver an established curriculum to help youth understand the connections between agriculture, the environment, and people. They will assist with the planning and evaluation of the delivery of the established educational program goals. This person will interact with the public through classroom presentations as well as out-of-school time programs (4-H Club events, Summer Fairs, Summer Learning Programs, etc). They will assist their supervisor with activities to foster the program with community leaders. They will assist 4-H staff with year-round 4-H programing as necessary. This person will appreciate and promote diversity in all interactions with program participants, staff, volunteers, and the public. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in related field or Associate's Degree plus 2 years transferrable program/functional experience. Experience relevant to the role of this position, including youth education (formal or non-formal). Ability to meet travel requirements, including valid driver's license and DMV check. Ability to work flexible hours which will include weekends and evenings, and occasional overnight travel, mostly within New York State. Ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels using traditional educational tools and methods. Ability to carry supplies and equipment with or without reasonable accommodation. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to present effective and relevant educational lessons to target audiences in group settings, including in-school and out of school. Familiarity with agriculture and the dairy industry. Experience with diverse populations. Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions Program Delivery - 70% Select and prepare lesson plans and provide educational programming to the targeted audiences based on established Agriculture in the Classroom subject matter and existing research-based curriculum. Deliver creative educational programs, based on existing materials, to impact audiences through a variety of delivery methods. Provide educational programs to students in traditional classroom settings at local public and private schools. Provide educational programs to youth in non-traditional settings, such as home-school groups and summer recreation programs and at County Fair. Serve as a subject matter resource for staff, volunteers, program participants, and other groups as they are identified. Program Evaluation - 5% Collect surveys for analysis of the program, looking for the strengths and weaknesses in order to provide feedback to supervisor to strengthen the programming. Interact with program participants and schools to obtain their evaluation to share with Supervisor for program analysis. Based on established program parameters, interpret evaluation data for funders. Assist with the analysis of collected program evaluation data. Assist in making recommendations for program improvement. Administrative Direction - 5% Provide input to Supervisor in planning the delivery of educational programming through a variety of methods. Assist with planning the delivery of established educational program goals. Assist Supervisor with identifying key relationships to build/sustain with community leaders and stakeholders. Assist in identifying program needs with Supervisor, advisory committees, and program participants. Administrative Coordination/Operation - 15% Provide routine/administrative tasks to support the delivery of established educational program goals; i.e. confirming events; gathering materials and resources for program delivery; and ensuring delivery to offsite program locations. Maintain records of class participants, complete reports, and accurately collect and prepare paperwork as required for the program evaluation process. Submit program records and reports for local reporting and grant reporting purposes. Submit program related expense receipts and vouchers to Supervisor for approval. In collaboration with Supervisor, complete necessary written documentation as required by program funders. Professional Improvement - 5% In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities. Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required. Pursue personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating to the position. Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned. Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality. Health and Safety - Applied to all duties and functions Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment. Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard. Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified. EEO/EPO and Policy - Applied to all duties and functions Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public. Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences. Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Madison County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success. Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the public, community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner. Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner. At all times act in a professional Customer Service manner including but not limited to business-like demeanor, tactful communications, cooperative, helpful, positive, and receptive manner. Position Details This is a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), benefits eligible, non-exempt position. Compensation in the range of $21.00 - $23.00 per hour dependent upon experience. Benefits include Paid Family Leave, opportunities for professional development, tuition reimbursement, & belonging & inclusion opportunities. Additional benefits based on eligibility, include: NYS Health Insurance Program (including FREE Dental Insurance) NYS Retirement Long-Term Disability Insurance Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity Plan Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance Voluntary Auto and Homeowner's Insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance Voluntary New York's College Savings Program Application Deadline Applications must be received by September 23rd, 2024 or until filled. Position will remain open until a satisfactory pool of candidates has been identified. Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page: How To Apply: Applicants (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) must apply online through the APPLY button in this job posting. Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension Madison County are considered internal applicants and must apply online through their Workday account which may be accessed here: . For details on how to apply, visit: Please submit resume, cover letter and references . Consider indicating in your application all information you feel would be helpful for selection committee members to know. Once the application is submitted you will NOT be able to change your submission or add attachments. Be sure that you have followed all directions and requirements listed in the job posting. No relocation or VISA sponsorship available. Please contact Tess Southern, , with questions . Job Title: Association Subject Educator I Level: 004 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Company: Contract College Contact Name: Lori North Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement (. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

Created: 2024-11-02