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**Position Opening for 3 AmeriCorps Farm-to-Coordinators**
Are you passionate about gardening, working with children, and supporting
local food systems through hands-on education? The AmeriCorps Farm-to-School
Coordinator position at Green Mountain Farm-to-School could be just what
you're looking for! This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career
while engaging in meaningful community service amidst the stunning beauty and
culture of Northern Vermont.
Green Mountain Farm-to-School (GMFTS) supports 15 school communities in the
Northeast Kingdom (NEK) of Vermont through vibrant school gardens, engaging
experiential educational programming, and the joy of fresh, local foods. If
you are driven by a love for gardening, eager to inspire elementary students,
and committed to enriching local food systems through education, this is your
chance to make a meaningful impact! Develop valuable educational coordination
skills as an AmeriCorps member at GMFTS. Throughout the year, members gain
experience in leading lesson plans, conducting taste tests, teaching workshops
on food and agriculture for K-8 students, planning farm visits, managing
school gardens, leading afterschool programs, and creating outreach materials.
Available to start August 17, 2026, and commit to serve until August 6, 2027,
for a 1,700-hour term of Service with AmeriCorps/GMFTS. Full-time AmeriCorps
members receive a Cost of Living Stipend of $25,500.00 for the year,
Healthcare, set rate Mileage Reimbursement, and an Educational Award of
$7395.00 at the end of service. GMFTS offers subsidized housing, an Automobile
Equity Scholarship, and many training opportunities. To learn more about our
organization and to apply for this position, please visit our website at
www.greenmountainfarmtoschool.org/get-involved/americorps/
To apply: Submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to
jobs@gmfts.org.
Are you passionate about gardening, working with children, and supporting
local food systems through hands-on education? The AmeriCorps Farm-to-School
Coordinator position at Green Mountain Farm-to-School could be just what
you're looking for! This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career
while engaging in meaningful community service amidst the stunning beauty and
culture of Northern Vermont.
Green Mountain Farm-to-School (GMFTS) supports 15 school communities in the
Northeast Kingdom (NEK) of Vermont through vibrant school gardens, engaging
experiential educational programming, and the joy of fresh, local foods. If
you are driven by a love for gardening, eager to inspire elementary students,
and committed to enriching local food systems through education, this is your
chance to make a meaningful impact! Develop valuable educational coordination
skills as an AmeriCorps member at GMFTS. Throughout the year, members gain
experience in leading lesson plans, conducting taste tests, teaching workshops
on food and agriculture for K-8 students, planning farm visits, managing
school gardens, leading afterschool programs, and creating outreach materials.
Available to start August 17, 2026, and commit to serve until August 6, 2027,
for a 1,700-hour term of Service with AmeriCorps/GMFTS. Full-time AmeriCorps
members receive a Cost of Living Stipend of $25,500.00 for the year,
Healthcare, set rate Mileage Reimbursement, and an Educational Award of
$7395.00 at the end of service. GMFTS offers subsidized housing, an Automobile
Equity Scholarship, and many training opportunities. To learn more about our
organization and to apply for this position, please visit our website at
www.greenmountainfarmtoschool.org/get-involved/americorps/
To apply: Submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to
jobs@gmfts.org.