Whether or not you grew up in 4-H, you are invited to join a great team working with incredible 4-H educators across NYS to support young lives and healthy communities. The work of a 4-H Program Educator includes a wide range of programming opportunities with 4-H youth, clubs, and volunteers as well as coordinating youth mentoring partnerships, and in-school and after-school programming.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree or equivalent education (Bachelor’s degree with four (4) years transferable relevant evidence-based research experience).
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with 4-H Positive Youth Development and Beyond Ready Resources.
Familiarity with 4-H club structure, Agriculture in the Classroom, STEAM, youth wellness programs, animal husbandry, and show presence at county/state agricultural fairs.
Demonstrated ability to plan, teach and evaluate informal educational programs through a variety of delivery methods to reach youth, individuals, and groups (ages 5-19).
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member working with volunteers and staff.
Demonstrated ability to recruit, organize and support volunteers.
Demonstrated ability to organize reference materials for programming purposes.
Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual means.
Demonstrated ability to utilize computer technologies for educational and communication purposes.
Demonstrated ability to plan for and lead large community events.
Familiarity with Essex County and town areas, and community organizations.
Demonstrated ability to utilize program resources within the community.
Demonstrated ability to plan, teach and evaluate informal education programs through a variety of program delivery methods to reach individuals and groups, including adults and youth.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension Essex County

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