WHO WE ARE:

FRESHFARM builds a more equitable, vibrant, sustainable, and resilient food future for the region by producing innovative solutions in partnership with local communities and organizations in the DC area. We create food access, economic development, and community building through hands-on education, farmers markets, and distribution programs. FoodPrints is FRESHFARM’s school-based food education program currently operating in 21 DC public elementary schools in Wards 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. FoodPrints also operates afterschool programming at a small number of these partner schools, which includes providing enriching hands-on cooking, gardening, and learning experiences as an extension of our school-day programming.

WHO YOU ARE:

• An experienced teacher with an ability to work with students in an academic setting and utilize and adapt curricular materials for student and class needs
• Ideally you have a combination of classroom teaching experience with preschool - 5th grade students and strong classroom management skills, as well as experience with cooking, gardening, and educating children and adults about the benefits of fresh, local, nutritious, sustainable food
• Familiar with interdisciplinary, hands-on, student-centered learning approaches 
• Excited to be a FoodPrints leader in the local public school community

• Professionally fluent in both Spanish & English

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

FoodPrints Lead Teachers are responsible for leading engaging FoodPrints programming at at least one of our partner schools, including classroom management, lesson planning, and program implementation utilizing FoodPrints’ grow-cook-eat-learn model in school classrooms, gardens, and teaching kitchens. This role also entails some administrative work to prepare for classes and maintain documentation. Teachers are each supervised by an Instructional Coach and are active members of a collaborative team working across the city.

Teaching

• Use the FoodPrints curriculum and program model to plan and lead FoodPrints classes in English & Spanish with preschool through 5th grade classrooms that include gardening, cooking, eating and academic content
• Manage school garden and teaching kitchen/classroom
• Provide direction and supervision for interns and parent volunteers

Administrative Responsibilities  

• Order all produce and ingredients for classes on a weekly basis using online ordering systems
• Assist with submission of grant reports,and complete documentation of lessons
• Attend weekly FoodPrints team meetings and other trainings

THE PERKS:

• Join a collaborative, diverse, & supportive team passionate about food, gardening, & sustainability
• Contribute to the growth & expansion of FoodPrints programming at our partner schools
• Connect with youth in a fun, informal environment where students garden, cook, and eat together

THE DETAILS:

• We are currently hiring one Bilingual Lead Teacher to start in mid-June
• This is a full-time, exempt position compensated at $64,890 - $72,100.
• This Teacher will teach twice weekly at Marie Reed Elementary School & support twice weekly at one other FoodPrints partner school. Staff Meetings happen weekly at the FF office in Downtown DC
• Schedule:  This employee will be expected to work between Monday - Friday during normal business / school hours. Mondays are meeting and admin days during the school year. Family classes held on the weekend and evenings may be scheduled on occasion by the teacher. During the summer, teachers run a six week long summer program, which operates during normal school hours.
• All full-time employees accrue 73 hours annual sick leave, 11 annual holidays, 3 floating holidays per year, and accrue 80 hours of annual vacation leave (with increases after 3 and 6 years of service). This role will also be eligible for 12 weeks paid parental leave, 2 weeks prenatal leave (through DC paid family leave), and up to two weeks of bereavement leave (as needed).
• Typically, FF closes for a 1 week winter break, which is paid time-off for salaried employees.
• Additional benefits include:
• 100% employer covered healthcare, disability, life insurance, and EAP for employees
• Generous employer coverage for vision and dental
• $5 annual membership to Capital Bikeshare (including e-bike access at no additional cost)
• 35% staff discount on FRESHFARM’s Market Share CSA program
• Option to contribute to a 403b plan (opt-in; Roth or post-tax)

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Able to occasionally lift, transport, & move up to 35 lbs & work outdoors in various weather

• Professionally fluent in both Spanish & English

• Beginner or intermediate proficiency in Google Suite
• Having access to a vehicle is preferred, to shop for supplies
• DCPS clearance required (free; FoodPrints will provide support to navigate this process as needed)
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and have received at least one booster
• Access to personal smartphone required; $25/month tech stipend provided for use
• This role requires access to a laptop with 8GB RAM and webcam. FRESHFARM will provide a triennial stipend of $1000 to maintain or to purchase such a personal device, if needed.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Fill out the application form to apply (resume & cover letter required)
• Applications will be reviewed in late April and interviews will begin in early May. We are hoping to fill this role by mid-June.
• Candidates selected to advance will be invited to participate in a one hour virtual interview; finalists will be invited to complete a lesson planning task with a follow-up virtual interview.
• Not bilingual but interested in joining FoodPrints? Submit your information here to be notified of future openings on the FoodPrints teaching team.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

FRESHFARM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and building an equitable and inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented groups to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate, and will take affirmative action measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, or veteran status in the following areas: employment, recruitment, or advertisements for employment; compensation, termination, upgrading, and promotions; any other conditions of employment.

Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position.