"Assistant Educator, 4-H Youth Development, Southern Region"

Job Summary/Basic Function

Job Summary: The Assistant Educator will provide programming assistance for 4-H youth development in the Southern region for Central State University Extension by focusing on providing organizational training, technical assistance, and educational outreach for gardens and agriculture programs and workforce development in school districts throughout the region. Additionally, the Assistant Educator will provide support to the Regional Extension Educators for presentations, workshops, program recruitment efforts, and programming. The Assistant Educator will report to the Program Leader, 4-H Youth Development. Travel will be required within the Extension Region and statewide when necessary. This position is full-time, and the candidate will work as a remote worker.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with schools interested in indoor and outdoor gardens
• Engage with schools interested in agriculture activities
• Teach students and teachers about plant care, soil, pest management, crop planning, and other subjects related to growing food.
• Workforce development programs
• Assist with Extension programming activities and demonstrations with the Regional Extension Educators in 4-H and other program areas as needed
• Provide general assistance with extension demonstrations
• Recruit participants for Extension programming, activities, workshops, and conferences
• Use program evaluations and document program impacts.
• Submit daily programmatic activities and success stories
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Experience in youth development, agriculture education, and workforce development.
• Willingness to work with schools in urban and rural settings.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with required liability insurance to be utilized for frequent travel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends and evenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in agriculture education, agriculture, horticulture, or related field.
• Experience with community gardens, hydroponic systems, or specialty crops

Posting Details

Posting Number: 0801781

Department: JWG 1890 Land-Grant

Department Contact Email: mmcmurray@centralstate.edu

Posting Date: 11/09/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Category: Staff - Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary: Commensurate with experience

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts