Slow Food NYC Internships – Summer 2010

Lead Educator for “Neighborhood Farms” Youth Program
3 positions – 25 hours per week
May 15 – August 27, 2010

This person will be responsible for community outreach, curriculum planning and teaching a 7 week “Good Food and Farming” course to a group of fifteen 9 – 12 year olds. Qualified applicants will have experience in community organizing, elementary school education, curriculum development and a strong knowledge of growing edible foods in an urban environment. A degree in the field of education and/or sustainable farming is a plus but not mandatory. Applicant must have documented experience working with youth in an urban farm environment. This position requires creativity, energy, excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently. May and June will be spent doing community outreach and writing curriculum. July and August will be spent teaching Mon – Thurs 9am – 12pm and lesson planning. Send resume and cover letter to Sandra@SlowFoodNYC.org by April 15. Up to $1000 stipend per month available for qualified applicants.

Assistant Educator for “Neighborhood Farms” Youth Program
9 positions – 25 hours per week (Monday – Thursday)
July 1 – August 20th, 2010

This person will be an assistant to the lead educator at one of our Neighborhood Farm sites. Applicant will support the lead educator during the time the classes are in session. After class time, you will be responsible for setting up for the next day’s class, working on video and photo documentation of the class and blogging about the project twice a week. This position requires a team spirit, lots of energy and flexibility. Coming to work every day in a great mood is a must! We ask that you commit to the entire 7 week course. Successful completion of the internship with positive feedback may lead to an educator position in the future. Send resume and cover letter to Sandra@SlowFoodNYC.org by April 15.