Old Grove Orange is an 81-acre organic, regenerative farm located 60 miles east of Los Angeles in Redlands, CA. We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, professional Farmer Interpreter . The Farmer Interpreter is a paid position that gives its applicants an prospect to fully immerse themselves in regenerative agriculture, agribusiness, and agricultural education. We think of the Farmer Interpreter as someone who not only farms but is valuable with people, someone that can represent farming to the general public. The Farmer Interpreter is responsible for leading Farm Field Trips and hosting Mini Farmers Market assemblies at elementary school sites (60%), as well as engaging in general farm work (40%).

Job Details (Full Time - 40 hours/week)
Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day. Willing to work on weekends, but no more than 5 days/week
Minimum 10 month commitment, with a three month trial period prior to full time conversion
Start date: September 14th, 2026 or as mutually agreed

Job Duties:
Lead Farm Field Trips for 1-8th graders, Farm Tours for members of the public
Host Mini Farmers Market assemblies at elementary and middle school sites
Help with farm events and on-farm programming for Lunch Ladies/Meal Men
Assist farmers in general farm work - planting, weeding, harvesting, etc




Assist farmers in animal care - feeding, cleaning, care, etc
Maintain safety procedures and sanitation guidelines

Requirements:
Able to efficently communicate and interact with all customers - especially children!
Able to follow instructions, adopt a proactive approach to tasks, and work well independently
Maintain a positive attitude and communicate any issues to direct supervisors
Test negative for Tuberculosis, pass fingerprinting & DOJ background checks to work with children
Valid driver's license
Bilingual - English & Spanish (preferred)
Experience with farming produce or raising animals (preferred)

Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or GED
2 years of full time work, preferably in Agriculture or Education

Compensation:
Hourly wage begins at $18/hour, depending on experience/housing needs
Housing is included - private room in a shared home with fellow Farmer-Interpreters; full amenities - kitchen, bathrooms, wi-fi , washer/dryer units, parking, utilities included
Advantages - workers compensation, 401k matching after 1 year, paid sick time, seasonal bonus
Opportunities for advancement -Ag/Nutrition Education Coordinator, General Public Programming, CSA
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