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Description:

Tilth Alliance is helping to create an ecologically sound, socially just, and economically vital food system across Washington State. We advocate for agricultural programs and policies that benefit the organic and sustainable farming community. We believe that all people deserve access to healthy, nutritious food. For 40 years we have taught people to grow, prepare, and eat food in ways that sustain the environment, promote health, and support producers’ ability to make a living. Changing the way we grow, cook and eat food has the potential to transform people’s lives as well as the communities in which we live. Tilth Alliance’s Youth & Families programming engages youth ages 1-18, adults and families in hands-on classes, volunteer and other learning opportunities in Seattle and King County, around growing food, environmental stewardship, and cooking and sharing food. Tilth Alliance’s Farm Department programming supports farmers around Washington State in the adoption and employment of organic, regenerative, and sustainable farming practices through education, funding, advocacy, and resources.

About the Position

This position will support two areas of work: 50% as the Farm to Preschool Nutrition Educator position in our Youth & Families department, focusing on pre-Kindergarten farm-to-table nutrition & food systems education; and 50% as the Farm Program Coordinator. Responsibilities include leading Farm to Preschool cooking & nutrition classes and family events at preschools and childcare centers in Seattle, and administrative and coordination work for the state-wide Farm Department programming. The Farm to Preschool program is funded by the City of Seattle Human Services Department (50% of this position).

Job Responsibilities

Farm to Preschool Nutrition Educator Responsibilities (50%):

• Lead Farm to Preschool nutrition education activities such as mobile cooking classes, family events, and “pop-up” markets with preschool-age participants, site staff, and families
• Collaborate with Youth & Families Project Manager’s Farm to Preschool garden & food systems education programming, assisting when necessary
• Use existing Farm to Preschool curriculum and recipes to lead classes, adapting as needed to site specifications
• Provide farm to table education that is culturally relevant and promotes access to local produce at snacks and meals
• Coordinate with Farm to Preschool partners Solid Ground, Farmstand Local Food, Tilth Alliance Market Programs, and others
• Document and track programming information records; provide data and narrative content for monthly reporting
• Attend internal and external bi-weekly, monthly and quarterly Farm to Preschool meetings with Tilth Alliance and partner organizations

Farm Department Coordinator (50%):

• Provide project coordination across Farm Department programming as needed
• May include programs such as Farm Walks, Sustainable Ag Farmer Forum , (SAFF), Eat Local First Collaborative, Tilth Farm Conference, Washington State Organic and Sustainable Farming Fund (WSOSFF), and Organic Evaluation Survey and Report
• Conduct administrative tasks such as data entry, notetaking, program logistics and coordination, and document management across Farm Department programs
• Email and phone communications for outreach with participants and partners
• Day of event support for Farm Walks and annual Tilth Farm Conference
• Social media content creation
• Attend internal weekly and bi-weekly meetings

Skills/Eligibility:

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, education, horticulture, or related field; OR 2 years of a combination of education and related experience necessary to fulfill the minimum job requirements
• Experience leading programming for ages 3-5 year olds
• Experience with and enthusiasm for leading cooking activities with young children
• Clearance of mandatory state and national background checks for working with children (background check run by Tilth Alliance upon hire, conditional for employment)
• Intermediate computer skills that include Microsoft Suite such as Outlook, Word and Excel
• Exceptional organizational, scheduling, and time management skills
• Ability to problem solve and work in dynamic settings; ability to toggle between various types of content and tasks
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to creatively respond to site needs and to develop unique approaches for promoting healthy, local food
• Self-directed and able to work independently as well as with a team
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for and/or experience relating to and working with a wide variety of cultures
• Current CPR/First Aid Certified and Washington State Food and Beverage Worker Certification card, or ability obtain after hire date; paid for by Tilth Alliance
• Have reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license and be able to transport self and teaching materials to locations throughout Seattle, and occasional regional travel for Farm Walks and Farm Conference

Desired Experience

• Basic experience with and/or ability to learn Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software platforms (ex: Mailchimp, Hubspot)
• Knowledge, understanding of, and a passion for organic and sustainable agriculture
• Familiarity/experience with Washington’s agricultural sector
• Demonstrated success working with non-English speaking communities
• Conversational or fluent in Spanish a plus

How to Apply:

To Apply

No phone calls please. Submit a letter of interest and resume outlining 1) your experience with the qualifications listed above and 2) why you are interested in this position. Email all materials to HR@tilthalliance.org with the subject "Preschool Nutrition & Farm Program Coordinator”.

This position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applications received by July 18, 2025.