Title: Food & Nutrition Instructor 

Reports to: Teen Center Specialist 

Program: Teen Center 

Compensation: Beginning at $20-$30/hour based on experience. 

Location: 

1419 Columbia Road, NW, WDC 

Time Frame: 

Summer: 6-weeks from June 29 -August 7, 2026. 

 LAYC’s Summer Food & Nutrition program works with 16 youth from 14-18 years old for six weeks. The youth learn about cooking, gardening nutrition, and helping to run LAYC’s community food pantry; while honing their social emotional skills. The program strives to spark learning and community engagement through inquiry and project-based learning. 

There are weekly field trips related to their program to inspire and spark new conversations among our young people. At the end of the program, youth prepare a capstone project to share the culmination of the work developed throughout the summer. We are looking for dynamic, engaging individuals to support our summer program from late June to early August. 

Food & Nutrition Track program goals: 

To develop young people’s abilities in culinary arts and their understanding of how food is a vital resource and how it impacts them and their community. Youth will learn about nutrition, gardening, cooking and food safety and engage in food justice issues in DC and beyond; and meet professionals from across the food industry. 

Program Dates: June 23 & 25 (Staff Orientation & Planning); June 29-August 7 (Program). 

Hours: Monday - Friday from 9:30am – 3:30pm (Program Hours 10am -3pm) 

Location: 1419 Columbia Rd NW, Washington D.C 20009 

JOIN US AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO LIVE, WORK, AND STUDY WITH DIGNITY, HOPE, AND JOY! 

The LAYC Teen Center is a dynamic environment that provides a broad array of after-school activities and programs for middle and high school youth, with an emphasis on art, media, leadership, and food programming. 

LAYC is an organization that makes a difference in our community. Our mission is to empower a diverse population of youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through multicultural, comprehensive, and innovative programs that address youths' social, academic, and career needs. To achieve that mission, LAYC/MMYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 5,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behaviors, and guide youth toward successful adulthood. LAYC/MMYC also conducts advocacy and public policy work to broaden opportunities for youth. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

General Program Responsibility & Facilitation: 

Create a welcoming environment for youth to engage and build community. 

Facilitate an interactive program that practices social emotional skills, builds technical skills, and provides opportunities for personal expression while ensuring a positive learning environment. 

Integrate engaging and hands-on learning activities and provide a structure for youth to fully participate in the program. 

Assess the progress of participants throughout the course and keep staff informed of progress. 

Help students develop and complete projects to contribute to the final capstone at the end of the program. 

Be responsible for the safety and well-being of students and equipment. 

Develop 6-week syllabi for assigned class. 

Develop a pre-post survey for class based on topic. 

Support overall program as required. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

One year of experience is the medium or topic you want to teach. 

Previous experience working with youth a plus. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. 

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are important. 

Flexible, energetic, positive individual with commitment to youth development in a high quality, respectful environment 

Complete criminal and child abuse/neglect clearances. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

This is an active position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs. 

LAYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or status within any other protected group. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

TO APPLY 

Please send resume to teencenter@layc-dc.org Please include ‘Instructor’ in the email subject line

Capital City Public Charter School is hiring a Part-Time Garden Coordinator for the 2026–27 school year! 

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about school gardens, environmental education, and community building. The role includes leading garden-based learning experiences for PK–12 students, maintaining thriving outdoor learning spaces, and collaborating with teachers, families, and volunteers. If you have experience working with young people, a love of sustainable gardening, and a commitment to equity and hands-on learning, we encourage you to apply!

Bilingual Market Champion (English & Chinese)

FRESHFARM is hiring a Bilingual Market Champion to join our Food Access team – if you speak Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese), we want to work with you! Market Champions work at farmer’s markets and community sites to support participants using food access programs, and also remotely staff our customer support hotline. Our ideal Champions are actively connected to local communities using food access programs (such Produce Plus and Senior FMNP) and/or have experience with these programs themself. This is a seasonal, part-time role expected to work between 15 – 30 hours per week on weekdays and weekends.

Learn more about the Bilingual Market Champion position and apply today – no resume needed!

Market Operator – Cleveland Park and/or Mosaic

Market Operators are the face of FRESHFARM at markets. They play a key role in the success and growth of markets and work as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Market Operators are assigned to one or more of our 20+ markets. We are currently hiring staff for our Cleveland Park (Saturday) & Mosaic (Sunday) farmers market. In addition to at-market duties, Market Operators also take on additional administrative duties. This position is a member of the Bargaining Unit represented by UFCW Local 400.

Successful candidates will be creative problem solvers, clear communicators, collaborative team members, and passionate about creating inclusive community spaces all about regional, accessible, fresh food. Previous experience in customer service, retail, food & agriculture, or foreign language aptitude, specifically Spanish, is a plus, but not required.

Learn more and apply today! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

 Job Title: Farm Assistant 

FLSA Status: Full Time, Hourly, Seasonal / NTE 11.21.26 

Reports to: Manager of Farm and Agriculture 

Work Location: Farm at Kelly Miller, 301 49th Street NE, Washington, DC 20019 

Fort Stanton Urban Farm, 1812 Erie Street SE, Washington, DC 20020 

Marion Barry Avenue Market, 1303 Marion Barry Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020 

Compensation Range: $21.63 - $22.95 per hour 

Dreaming Out Loud, Inc. 

Dreaming Out Loud’s mission is to create economic opportunities for the DC metro region’s marginalized communities through building a healthy, equitable food system. We are rebuilding urban, community-based food systems through cooperative social enterprise: increasing access to healthy food, improving community health, supporting entrepreneurs and cooperatives from low-income communities, and creating opportunities for at-risk residents to earn sustainable, family-supporting wages and build wealth. We believe that all communities deserve equal access to fresh, healthy food choices, but that achieving this requires moving beyond the “access” paradigm to a focus on community self-determination and food sovereignty. Utilizing the food system as a catalyst, we are working to create an integrated pipeline to jobs, economic opportunity, and community wealth-building for our most marginalized communities. 

Dreaming Out Loud’s urban agriculture projects are innovative initiatives in partnership with the DC Department of Parks and Recreation and other community-based and nonprofit partners. Both farms are centers of agricultural learning, offering workshops and farm-to-school integration with Kelly Miller Middle School and other DC based organizations. We know that sustainable, organic farming and collaborative food system infrastructure will increase access to healthy food, strengthen DC residents’ ability to improve food security, and create employment opportunities in our neighborhoods. 

Position Summary 

The Farm Assistants at Dreaming Out Loud Inc. (DOL) assist with all production-related work during the growing season. They work with other farm assistants, community members, volunteers, and other farmers. Tasks include but are not limited to bed-prep, seeding, transplanting, watering, weeding, pest management, harvesting, post-harvest handling, and equipment maintenance. In addition to responsibilities on the farm, the Farm Assistant will support the boxing of CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) shares and will periodically assist with other Food Hub activities. 

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Key Responsibilities 

• Assist with all production on the farm, including bed preparation, soil amendment, seeding, transplanting, weeding, watering, harvesting, pest management, and composting. 

• Assist with weekly harvest, packaging, and distribution. 

• Work and interact with volunteers, volunteer groups, and school groups. 

• Help lead farm tours and create a welcoming, educational experience for visitors. 

• Assist with all event-related activities, including planning, preparation, set-up, and breakdown. 

• Assist with workshops including preparation, participation, set-up, and breakdown. 

• Assist with outreach for volunteer and community events. 

• Represent Dreaming Out Loud at community events, conferences, and workshops throughout the year. 

• Assist with Saturday Farmers Markets – preparing, arranging, and selling produce, set up and break down of tents, tables, and other needed market elements, and interacting with community members. 

• Support the boxing of CSA shares and periodically assist with other Food Hub activities. 

The duties and responsibilities contained herein are representative of the essential functions of this position. The dynamic nature of our work requires flexibility and our collaborative environment necessitates cross-functional support. Employees are expected to adapt to our ever-evolving organizational and community needs and perform other duties as assigned to contribute to Dreaming Out Loud’s success. 

Required Skills and Experience 

• 1 year (or more) of experience farming or gardening. 

• Ability to distinguish between production crops and other types of plants. 

• Comfortable working in various weather conditions. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 

• Ability to engage in team work. 

• Willingness and ability to work Saturdays 

• Independent and hardworking 

• Ability to solve problems collaboratively and creatively. 

• Desire to take initiative and increase skills in sustainable agriculture, both on the farm and off-site. 

• Integrated pest management experience is a plus. 

• Experience with database entry a plus. 

• Experience in carpentry, sustainable agriculture, or community engagement is a plus. 

• Driver’s license a plus. 

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Benefits 

● Generous Paid Time Off 

● Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance 

● Monthly Cell Phone Stipend 

● Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit, Parking, and Healthcare 

● Transit Assistance through SmartBenefits 

● 401(k) match up to 5% 

● 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance 

● 100% Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Dreaming Out Loud Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Dreaming Out Loud complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.