Education Steward - AmeriCorps
About The Position
The Education Steward (AmeriCorps Half-Time) role at Kids’ Food Basket in Grand Rapids, MI, focuses on delivering hands-on Farm-to-School learning during Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) sessions at K–8 schools within Grand Rapids Public Schools. This position offers valuable experience in education, nonprofit service, food systems, and youth engagement, while directly supporting children facing food insecurity. Working in pairs, Education Stewards will lead lessons designed to enhance food knowledge and foster community connections. They will also contribute to capacity-building efforts in areas such as education, agriculture, volunteer engagement, and food access, ultimately strengthening Kids’ Food Basket programs.
Requirements
- Age 18+ and a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass AmeriCorps background checks
- Commitment to Kids’ Food Basket’s mission and communities facing food insecurity
- Enjoy working with children and leading hands-on learning
- Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and time management skills
- Flexible, proactive, and ready for hands-on service
- Interest in education, food systems, nutrition, agriculture, community engagement, or nonprofit work
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or relevant experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead Farm-to-School lessons during ELO programming
- Prepare, distribute, and clean up lesson materials, food, and supplies
- Facilitate activities and encourage scholar participation
- Expand capacity for Sack Supper distribution and programming at partner sites
- Recruit, engage, and help train volunteers for KFB programs
- Increase capacity for food distribution, harvests, and summer camp support
- Join community service projects with local nonprofit partners
- Attend monthly team meetings on leadership, service, and development
Benefits
- Living Allowance: $16,200 annually ($623.07 biweekly before taxes)
- Education Award: $3,697.50 Segal Education Award upon successful completion
- Eligible for student loan forbearance and interest accrual payment for qualified loans
- Childcare benefits available for eligible AmeriCorps volunteers
- Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
