JOB LOCATION: SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WOULD WORK REMOTELY AND ABLE TO TRAVEL THE STATE OF GA

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Program Coordination

• Create and submit quarterly schedule for Director approval.
• Responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations of GFA’s educational programs, including but not limited to, traveling to and coordinating/communicating with schools/organizations, county Farm Bureaus, and GFA staff for the requirements of the program.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with schools/organizations.
• Responsible for the general maintenance and supply inventory needed for educational programs, including the mobile classroom.

Program Instruction

• Follow a rotational schedule for in person teaching, as approved by the Executive Director
• Responsible for set up and breakdown of the physical requirements of the program.
• Responsible for the requirements of student, volunteer, and teacher instruction to ensure smooth program.

Program Resource Development

• Work closely with partners to enhance program experience.
• Develop new educational resources and program material.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and make recommendations to Executive Director.

Program Outreach

• Act as the mobile classroom spokesperson and coordinate visits with partners and local media, consult with Executive Director prior for guidance.
• Develop Press Releases and Quarterly Newsletter for director approval.
• Promote opportunities for future engagement by attending partner events.
• Responsible for marketing resources and communications for GFA programs.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS

• Dress appropriately for mobile classroom presentations (nice jeans/khakis, polos, GFA/GFB attire.)
• Prepare quarterly presentation of GFA Educational Program Activities for internal and external use.
• Identify local fundraising opportunities as requested by the Executive Director.
• The Educational Programs Assistant will assist with other programs as directed by the Executive Director.
• Maintain staff training requirements as determined by the Executive Director.
• Comply with State/Federal Health regulations and safety standards for COVID-19
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

Required:

• Valid GA Driver’s License, and Current GA Clearances
• 3 years classroom or other student instruction experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to an ever-changing workload.
• Must be self-motivated with initiative and ability to make decisions and accept responsibility; be flexible to respond to unexpected situations that require immediate attention and be adaptable to diverse personality types.
• Must possess good people skills with the ability to portray and communicate company information to multiple employees and volunteers.
• Excellent telephone, public relations, and oral/written communication skills are required.
• Must possess basic skills with computers including experience with Microsoft Office and familiar with typical company web-based system applications.
• Extensive overnight travel

Preferred:

• Current or past GA Teacher’s Certificate

• BS in Education or qualifications in Ag-related field (preferred)
• Agricultural Background

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

NONE

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to stand for long period of time
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds

Ability to handle a fast-paced environment

EOE M/F/D/V AA

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