Garden Programs Assistant

7 days ago


Abbotsford, Canada BC Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation Full time

_**Position Overview**_

We are recruiting a seasonal Garden Programs Assistant to offer agriculture knowledge and resources in our community through school educational programs. Gardening is a great outdoor activity and skill to learn providing recreational activity for all ages as well as skills to last a lifetime in understanding food safety and providing food security for families. Summer camps with children are scheduled until the end of August. When required, the employee would also assist in other programs.
- **Key Responsibility Areas**_
- Coordinates all activities related to the effective and efficient maintenance of the Pencil Patch teaching garden.
- Represent the BC Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation at the host Pencil Patch learning garden to ensure successful program delivery.
- Contributes to a positive work environment and delivery of all BCAITC programs and resources by supporting the work of the Programs team.

Your background and experience should demonstrate a commitment and ability to contribute to the BCAITC mission, “_Working to bring BC agriculture and food education to students throughout the province_”. A good working knowledge of horticulture and vegetable gardens is important for the success of this program. Timelines are key, so time management and organizational skills are essential to meet defined deadlines. As this role is the liaison between BCAITC, and educational institutes/teachers, strong interpersonal, relationship building and communications skills, are essential. Experience in delivering programs to youth is an asset.
- **How to Apply**_

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Abbotsford, BC V3G 2E2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Gardening: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-06-16


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