Food and Farm Education Curriculum Writer (Consultant)

Position Overview

We are seeking a creative and experienced Curriculum Writer to develop an innovative afterschool Food and Farm curriculum for our Harlem-based educational program rooted in Harlem Grown’s logic model. The curriculum will integrate leadership development, social-emotional learning (SEL), and support STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) standards. Additionally, the curriculum should incorporate hands-on learning related to food systems, sustainable farming, and nutrition. The writer should be able to write place-based education, with rich education and activities about Harlem. The ideal candidate is passionate about food justice, urban farming, and education, with a strong commitment to fostering student leadership and holistic development.

Responsibilities

• Using Harlem Grown's program outcomes, design and write a comprehensive scope and sequence and curriculum for K-8^th grade, centered around food and farm education, cooking, urban farming, and sustainability that is aligned with STEAM and Common Core standards.


• Ensure incorporate experiential learning activities and project-based learning approaches.


• Integrate leadership development and social-emotional learning (SEL) into the lessons, promoting teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication skills.


• Develop lesson plans that include hands-on activities such as gardening, cooking, and hydroponics, tying them to real-world applications.


• Tailor the curriculum to meet the unique needs of Harlem’s diverse student population, with a focus on food justice, community engagement, and culturally responsive teaching.


• Develop scope and sequence with aligning lessons and projects


• Review and edit lessons already made or in development in partnerships with Harlem Grown team.


• Collaborate with Harlem Grown program and agriculture team to align curriculum goals with the broader mission of the organization.


• Evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum through feedback from educators, students, and community partners.


• Participate in evaluation and program impact conversations as needed to support both curriculum development and program alignment.

Required Qualifications

• Experience writing lesson about environmental science, nutrition, and urban agriculture


• Proven experience in curriculum development, particularly in afterschool programs or experiential learning environments.


• Strong knowledge of STEAM education, food and farm education, Common Core standards


• Familiarity with social-emotional learning (SEL) frameworks and leadership development.


• Familiarity with food justice issues, urban agriculture, and the Harlem community.


• Experience working with diverse student populations, particularly in urban settings.


• Ability to write engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans that integrate academic standards, leadership, and emotional intelligence.


• Strong collaboration and communication skills.


• Excellent project management skills


• Experience in project-based learning, experiential education, and STEAM curriculum development.


• Passion for youth development, community engagement, and empowerment.

*Please note that this is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for consultant services, not an employment opportunity.*