Level: Entry
Job Location: Central, Eastern, Portland Area
Education Level: High School
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Nonprofit
Apply at Foodcorps.org/apply
FoodCorps connects students to the joy and power of food. We do this through education in the classroom and garden, as well as promoting nourishing school meals and new menu items in the cafeteria. To support these initiatives, we hire FoodCorps AmeriCorps service members. These service members are placed in schools and/or district offices for 11 months (August-July) and receive a living stipend of $33,000 (paid bi-weekly) for their time. They also receive professional development opportunities in the field of nutrition, agriculture, and education. It’s truly a great opportunity for anyone that is interested in pursuing a career in teaching, agriculture, policy, or the nonprofit sector.
Most service members do the following
Lead Hands-On Lessons – You’ll teach students to grow, cook, and taste new foods, building their knowledge of and enthusiasm for fruits and veggies.
Influence Nourishing School Meals – You’ll cultivate a cafeteria experience that steers students towards fresh fruits and veggies, gets them excited to try new foods, and celebrates their culture and community.
Build A Culture of Health – You’ll be an active, collaborative member of the school community, working to ensure that the whole school environment—from hallway to classroom to cafeteria—celebrates nourishing food.
Who We’re Looking For
To be considered for a FoodCorps service member position, you must:
- Be 18 years or older by the start of service
- Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
- Hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
The ideal candidate has:
- Passion for building a healthier future for school children
- Demonstrated leadership aptitude
- Motivation and commitment to serve full-time directly in a community
- Self-determination in the face of challenges and creativity in finding solutions
- Respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background
- Display a growth mindset by willing to grow through coaching and implementation of feedback
- Knowledge of the culture, history, and/or language of the communities we serve
- Desire to gain hands-on experience in food education
What You’ll Gain during your service term – August 2024 – July 2025
- $33,000 living stipend, paid bi-weekly in amounts of $1375
- $6,895 AmeriCorps Segal Education Award, upon successful completion of your 2023-2024 service term.
- Health Insurance
- Professional Development
You may also be eligible for student loan forbearance, partial childcare reimbursements, and/or financial assistance for relocation or extenuating circumstances.
If these traits align with you – please go to foodcorps.org/apply and apply there!