Position Title: Program Coordinator
Department: Programs
Reports To: Program Director
Supervises: Educators, Volunteers, Interns as assigned
Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Compensation Range: $18 per hour starting, Negotiable based on experience
Hours per week: Full-Time 32-40 hours per week
Work Location: Nourish, Schools & Community Sites
Anticipated Start Date: August 3, 2026
Benefits:
· Health Benefit: (ICHRA) Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement
· 10 days Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays
· Employer Paid Short-Term Disability
· Voluntary Benefits with Monthly Benefit Allowance (Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, GAP Coverage, Pet Insurance, Accident Coverage)
· Monthly Wellness Reimbursement for gym/class membership and Farmers Market
· Benefits become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
About Nourish
Nourish Farms, Inc. (Nourish) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting people with food, agriculture, and community through hands-on education and access to sustainable food systems. Through educational programming, community partnerships, and experiential learning opportunities, Nourish empowers individuals of all ages to make informed and healthy food choices while strengthening community connections to local agriculture.
Position Summary
The Program Coordinator supports Nourish’s mission by serving as the lead implementor for Farm-to-School and Farm-to-Community education programs. This role coordinates and delivers programming across all age ranges - from Early Care Education through adulthood - at Nourish and at schools, youth sites, and community partner locations. The Program Coordinator works closely with the Program Director, Educators, support staff, and volunteers to ensure programs are well-organized, mission-aligned, and effectively executed. This position plays a key operational role in the success of Nourish’s programs and the communities they serve.
Responsibility Level
This is a Coordinator-level position. The Program Coordinator is responsible for program coordination and logistical implementation. This role operates under the direction of the Program Director and focuses on executing and supporting Nourish programs, working directly with sites, volunteers, and participants.
Budget and Resource Responsibility
- The Program Coordinator does not hold independent budget authority.
- Completes regular inventory of program, rental, bar, and experience supplies and recommends resource or supply needs to the Program Director.
- Supports grant tracking and execution as directed by the Program Director.
- Oversees cash handling and tills during applicable programs
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties represent the core responsibilities of this position.
- Coordinate and implement Farm-to-School and Farm-to-Community programs, including creating CRM registration, setup, execution, and takedown.
- Serve as lead educator for on-site and off-site Farm-to-School programs including field trips, nutrition education cooking classes, garden education, and scout badge opportunities; lead programs in the Program Director’s absence.
- Collaborate with staff to develop education and lesson plans; ensure culinary and farm items associated with programs are in place, including supplies, recipe scaling, and educational documents.
- Communicate proactively with program sites, stakeholders, educators, volunteers, and Nourish staff to ensure smooth scheduling and program delivery.
- Coordinate and engage volunteers; assist with training and support of educators and support staff; support occasional kitchen implementation, inventory, or prep with volunteers.
- Support program and volunteer data collection and tracking, including accurate record keeping, school data, community surveys, and grant tracking.
- Support Farm-to-Community programs, general program needs, and rentals, including setup, execution, and takedown.
Supervisory Responsibilities
The Program Coordinator supervises Educator level staff. This role assists with the training and support of Educators and support staff, and coordinates and engages program volunteers in collaboration with the Program Director.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1–3 years of education experience working with youth and community members preferred; teaching degree or certificate is not required.
- Demonstrated high level of understanding in classroom management, task and time management, and organizational skills.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Passion for the Nourish Mission
Preferred Qualifications
- Bartending license a plus.
- Experience with nonprofit or community-based programming.
Core Competencies
- Communication – Clear, responsive, and mission-aligned engagement with students and youth, adults, families, partners, and staff.
- Collaboration – Effective teamwork with educators, volunteers, schools, and community partners.
- Organizational Skills – Ability to manage materials, schedules, and program logistics reliably.
- Mission Alignment – Commitment to food education, equity, and community health.
- Initiative – Proactively supports program needs and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Operates in a professional office environment, kitchens, gardens, schools, and community centers and is a year-round position.
- Routinely uses standard office equipment and software including Microsoft Office, Canva, NeonCRM, SharePoint, OneDrive, QuickBooks Time, and the Internet.
- Position includes some evening, weekend, and holiday work required to support Nourish programs.
- Required ability to regularly carry and transport equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Role often involves standing, bending, moving, and lifting.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Nourish Farms, Inc. (Nourish) is an equal opportunity employer. Nourish does not discriminate and ensures against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may change based on organizational needs.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please include a cover letter in your application.
- Please provide days and timeframes you would be available for a phone screening and/or interview if contacted.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- education working with youth or students: 1 year (Required)
- education working with adults: 1 year (Preferred)
- classroom management: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
- Teaching degree or certificate (NOT required for position) (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Sheboygan Falls, WI 53085 (Required)
Work Location: In person
