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Farmstand & Coffee Shop Positions at Cedar Circle Farm

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center

• Posted July 11, 2019 at 10:40am
• Deadline Open until filled
• Location East Thetford, Vermont
• Type Full Time

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center in East Thetford, VT is seeking several awesome people to join our farmstand & coffee shop team for the remainder of the season. 

We look for applicants who take pride in their work, are genuine and kind, and enjoy connecting with people. Working in our farmstand and coffee shop requires you to be able to work efficiently and skillfully under pressure while smiling! This is a great opportunity for returning seasonal employees who enjoy working with the public and have a strong interest in local, organic agriculture, as well as an interest in food and cooking. All of our farmstand and Hello Café positions require a flexible schedule and one or two weekend shifts per week. Farmstand applicants must be able to lift 65 lbs and be comfortable spending a full shift on their feet.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

• Full Season Farmstand Crew
• Full Season Lead Barista
• Full Season Barista
• Summer Farmstand Crew

Please visit our website for details about each position and to fill out our ONLINE APPLICATION.

AmeriCorps Nature Preschool Teacher

The Willowell Foundation

• Posted July 9, 2019 at 1:49pm
• Deadline August 12th, 2019
• Location Bristol, Vermont
• Type Full Time

The Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool (in New Haven, Vermont) seeks an enthusiastic candidate to spend a year serving with young children in a nature-based, experiential, outdoor classroom.  Come spend 9 months exploring the natural world with 3-5 year olds.

Gain skills and experience in early education and land-based curriculum, while serving youth in Addison County! This position is perfect for people who are just entering the field of outdoor early education, who may be considering an early education teaching license, or who are looking to give back to their community. 

The VYDC-Willowell Preschool Program and Outreach AmeriCorps Member serves as a positive role model who supports children at Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool by leading outdoor physical activities (hiking, sensory awareness and wilderness skills); planning and serving healthy snacks; planning and implementing Pre-K arts and science curricula; assisting families in accessing economic resources; hosting family and community engagement opportunities (workshops and support groups); and recruiting and managing volunteers. The member builds program capacity through outreach families of varying socio-economic backgrounds, writing non-federal grants and assisting with fundraising events to leverage resources for member-supported initiatives, and PR and community outreach initiatives. Reliable private transportation and valid license for travel between Willowell sites and to monthly AmeriCorps training in Montpelier. Minimum age: 20. Send resume, cover letter, and contact info for 2 references.

Education award, living stipend, and professional development opportunities.

Email info@willowell.org with questions, or apply at the link below (please note that the application deadline runs until August, but this position will be filled when the right candidate applies). Serious applicants are encouraged to apply ASAP.

https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=82284&fromSearch=true&fbclid=IwAR2YsDJfwRrxETsW5DtEAbw9lP54SEY4IqlSHWnxLdVh40B5u4KF2RYz2Js

Nature Preschool Teacher

The Willowell Foundation

• Posted July 9, 2019 at 1:19pm
• Deadline August 9th, 2019
• Location Bristol, Vermont
• Type Part Time

Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool Job Posting

Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool in New Haven, Vermont is seeking a teacher with a love for nature based, early childhood education. We are seeking an enthusiastic team member to guide our school as it moves into its second year as a full time program. Our nature-based preschool located in Addison County, Vermont is a full-time, five-day-per-week preschool,  for children ages 3-5. We’re looking for applicants with a desire to help lead and grow an already thriving program. This is an amazing opportunity for someone who cares about incorporating a love for working with young children with a passion and respect for the natural world. We are seeking outdoor educators and nature enthusiasts for this fun and collaborative work environment.

Job Summary: This three-day-a-week (20 hours) position runs with the Addison Northwest Supervisory District calendar. The Wren’s Nest Associate Teacher will work directly with students ages 3-5. They will collaborate with other staff members, attend trainings and events in the area, and assist the Director in keeping the program in good standing with STARS and Vermont State licensing regulations. The right candidate must have an early childhood education teaching license (or an early childhood special ed teaching endorsement). Experience in nature-based education and a love for the outdoors highly encouraged. 

About Wren’s Nest

The Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool, run by The Willowell Foundation, operated as a one-day-a-week, nature-based preschool from September of 2012- June 2018.  Wren’s Nest moved to Treleven Farm in New Haven, Vermont in August 2018. We are a licensed center-based program serving children ages 3-5. Treleven Farm has 135 acres of diverse ecosystems. At full capacity we have 10 to 15 students, and we accept Act 166 Pre-K funding.

Qualifications:

• An early childhood teaching license (or early special ed endorsement) and a combination of education and experience in a related field

• Dedication to exploring the natural environment: a working knowledge of local flora, fauna, and seasonal changes to Vermont’s landscape

• Experience working with young children from varying socio-economic backgrounds and with varying social/emotional needs

• An interest in working as a team to develop curriculum and communicate with families about student progress/interests 

• Ability to work in varied conditions of the Vermont weather, while ensuring the safety of children

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• The ability to adhere to and maintain strict licensing regulations, state credentials, and reporting requirements 

• Age 20 years or older

• Ability to successfully complete required background checks

 Responsibilities Include:

• Co-creating daily curriculum that meets both the mission of the program and the VT early learning standards

• Complying with and maintaining the programs compliance with the current CDD licensing regulations

• Helping Director update and maintain communication with families via program blog, emails, and newsletters

• Weekly lesson and event planning with other teachers, using TS Gold Teaching Strategies 

• Daily maintenance and upkeep of classrooms and outdoor area, including taking trash and compost out, vacuuming, dishes, cleaning bathroom, and communicating with property manager about facility needs

• Participating in annual parent-teacher conferences and occasional after-hours family events held throughout the year

• Keeping up with Vermont education professional development standards by attending trainings and workshops throughout the year 

To apply email your resume, cover letter, and three references to info@willowell.org

Child Nutrition Research & Info Specialist III

Vermont Agency of Education

• Posted July 9, 2019 at 1:14pm
• Deadline July 23rd, 2019
• Location Barre, VT
• Type Full Time

Overview

CSA Coordinator/ Brand Ambassador

Pete's Greens

• Posted July 5, 2019 at 6:43pm
• Deadline Open until filled
• Location Craftsbury, VT
• Type Full Time

Pete’s Greens is a four season organic farm growing over 100 acres of veggies including nearly 4 acres in greenhouses.  The farm is located in Craftsbury, VT.  Over the years, Pete’s Greens has consistently employed innovative season extension methods with a mission to feed as many Vermonters as much good local food as possible for as many months of the year as possible.  It is this commitment to delivering a wide variety of top quality organic vegetables year round that has allowed the farm to grow year after year. Pete’s Greens delivers weekly food shares (CSA shares) to several hundred members in 30 locations across north-central Vermont and to wholesale accounts throughout Vermont, including restaurants, retailers, chefs, schools, and hospitals.

Pete’s Greens is looking for an organized, customer service oriented foodie to market our program and produce to CSA members and wholesale accounts. This exciting new position is both an admin and a hands-on position. The position includes handling all organization and communication for our CSA.  Duties also include overseeing the packing of customizable veggie and pantry CSA shares each week; making sales calls to current, past, and future customers; and selling and marketing our food to potential CSA members and wholesale accounts.

Essential Responsibilities

CSA Member Communication and Management

•        Ensure timely email communication with CSA members

•        Manage CSA member shares, payments, and deliveries in CSA database

•        Write weekly CSA share e-newsletter

CSA and Wholesale Operations

•        Work with harvest & sales teams to determine weekly CSA veggie contents and wholesale availability

•        Produce weekly reporting for packing and delivery

•        Organize and oversee packing CSA shares

•        Work with local producers and farms to procure high quality local items for our localvore and pantry shares

•        Be available for communication with delivery drivers, wholesale customers, and CSA members on Wednesdays

Sales & Marketing

•        Create marketing e-blasts, social media posts, traditional marketing materials, and new strategies to grow our CSA and wholesale accounts

•        Meet seasonal sales goals through active and effective marketing and outreach

•        Keep CSA information updated on our website

•        Visit current, past, and future customers – keep a pulse on trends in product development, new food establishments, and changing consumer demand

•        Identify new products, packaging, and branding to grow sales

Requirements

•        Positive attitude, willingness to be flexible, a commitment to achieving the goals of Pete’s Greens

•        Excellent written and oral communications skills

•        Knowledge of and enthusiasm for fresh vegetables & fruits and how to use and cook them

•        Detail oriented

•        Great work ethic, high energy

•        Microsoft Word, Excel

•        Proficiency with social media (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook etc)

•        Experience with web tools and software including basic HTML

•        Comfort with internet technology and the ability and eagerness to learn new software and systems

•        Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team

•        Experience working in Vermont’s dynamic food system a plus!

This is a full-time, year round position. Hourly pay commensurate with skills and ability. Health insurance available.

Additional information

This position requires being on-farm on Tuesdays to oversee CSA packing and on Monday and Thursday afternoons for sales. Other hours can be worked from home and on the road. Must be able to communicate quickly and efficiently via email. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Herd Manager

Vermont Compost Company

• Posted July 2, 2019 at 12:50pm
• Deadline Open until filled
• Location Montpelier, Vermont
• Type Full Time

The primary responsibility of the Herd Manager is to further develop the training and breeding program and to provide all necessary care for our American Mammoth Donkeys.  There is frequent collaboration with our Poultry Farmer and covering chicken chores 2-3 days a week will be a secondary responsibility. This is a great opportunity to further develop one's skillset while maintaining a relationship with a practice and a breed that are underutilized in modern day agriculture.

Specific duties will include but are not limited to:

• General care for all equines and associated chores

• Maintenance and care for all related equipment, harnesses, fences, etcetera

• Collaboration with ownership on care and training techniques

• Coordinate veterinarian visits as needed

• Collaboration with Poultry Farmer, who will be covering equines chores when the Herd Manager is not present and vise versa

• Complete chicken chores 2-3 days per week

• Develop and implement training schedules for equines

• Work with General Manager on any outstanding site or maintenance issues

Requirements: experience handling and driving equines, a positive attitude and ability to adapt to a changing environment.

Director

Hardwick Area Food Pantry

• Posted July 2, 2019 at 11:27am
• Deadline July 22nd, 2019
• Location Hardwick, Vermont
• Type Part Time

The Hardwick Area Food Pantry has a long history of providing a crucial hub of support for families and individuals in the greater Hardwick area. The organization seeks a director who will coordinate all aspects of this vital resource and work innovatively to maximize the organization's positive impacts on the local community.

Director's Responsibilities: 

• Ensure availability of food, including healthy, local options, through acquisitions from VT Food Bank, local producers, donors and retail 
• Coordinate, train and supervise volunteers, including community service individuals 
• Facilitate an inclusive, welcoming, accessible environment 
• Cultivate relationships with clients, vendors, donors and community partners 
• Work collaboratively with the board of directors to meet program and fundraising goals 
• Maintain a clean and functional physical space 
• Design/ implement systems for client service and accountability 
• Manage budget and record-keeping 
• Oversee special programs such as holiday baskets, Pies for People, Grow Your Own 
• Apply for and manage grants

Part Time Development Associate

Community Harvest of Central Vermont

• Posted July 1, 2019 at 8:41pm
• Deadline July 15th, 2019
• Location Berlin, Vermont
• Type Part Time

Interested in strengthening Vermont’s local food system? Community Harvest of Central Vermont, one of the state’s leading regional gleaning organizations, is looking to add a part-time development associate to our team.

The position will focus on all aspects of the diversified fundraising for our small nonprofit. Initial focus we be on following all current leads, making sure cases of support are in place and charting a plan of action. Work will also include some related administration, writing, and data management.

Telecommuting is possible, but in-person work in central Vermont will also be needed. Development experience ideal. Experience in agriculture helpful but not essential. Funding for the position is partially secured, and the position could be seasonal or year-round. Likely hours are 10-15 hours a week, negotiable and possibly more.

There’s more work than our current team can do – come help us help everyone eat local! See CommunityHarvestVT.org for program information.