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... teens in an upbeat, educational manner, and develop your agricultural knowledge during you time ... Every Farm Program Staff member has numerous responsibilities throughout the summer, tying directly ...

... teens in an upbeat, educational manner, and develop your agricultural knowledge during you time ... Every Farm Program Staff member has numerous responsibilities throughout the summer, tying directly ...

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How much do teen farm jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for teen farm in the United States is $18.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of tasks and responsibilities can I expect in a Teen Farm job?

Teen Farm jobs usually involve assisting with planting, weeding, harvesting crops, caring for animals, and maintaining the cleanliness of farm areas. You may be asked to help with watering plants, sorting produce, or operating basic farm tools under supervision. These positions are often team-based, so you'll have opportunities to collaborate with peers and learn from more experienced farm staff. Working hours can vary by season and weather, and you can expect to work outdoors in a physically active role, making it a great fit for those who enjoy hands-on work and being outside.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Teen Farm position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Teen Farm position, you need a basic understanding of agricultural practices, physical stamina, and a willingness to learn, often with no formal qualifications required. Familiarity with simple hand tools, gardening equipment, or farm machinery may be beneficial and is typically taught on the job. Reliability, a strong work ethic, teamwork, and good communication skills are essential soft skills when working in a farm environment. These skills help ensure productive, safe, and enjoyable farm operations while allowing teens to contribute effectively and develop valuable work experience.

What is a Teen Farm job?

A Teen Farm job is a program that offers young people hands-on experience in agriculture, gardening, and farm work. Participants learn skills like planting, harvesting, and caring for crops while developing teamwork and responsibility. These jobs often take place on community or educational farms and may include educational components about sustainable farming and food systems. It’s a great way for teens to gain work experience, connect with nature, and contribute to their community.

What are the most commonly searched types of Teen Farm jobs? The most popular types of Teen Farm jobs are:
What states have the most Teen Farm jobs? States with the most job openings for Teen Farm jobs include:
Infographic showing various Teen Farm job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, 50% Part Time, and 25% Summer. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,581 per year, or $18.5 per hour.
Farm Camp Specialist

$17.25 - $18.50/hr

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Job Summary


If you like working with kids; our dynamic and community-centered organization is looking for energetic, conscientious, and resourceful Specialists to join our team for the season. Our summer day camp program serves children ages 4-12 and we are looking for  passionate, creative specialists in Arts & Crafts, Farm Camp, STEM/Nature, Performing Arts, Farm Specialist, and Sports Specialist


Essential Duties/Responsibilities

  • Serve as lead educator for the particular specialty in the Cherryvale Camps Program with potential to lead our two week specialty camp or multiple sessions of two week specialty camps
  • Develop and document diverse, age appropriate activities for each group.
  • Assist in creating and implementing projects for other specialty camps, including Farm and Nature camps. 
  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment for campers, abiding by all camp rules and policies. Assist any camper with empathy and patience.
  • Enthusiastically participate in all camp programs and activities. 
  • Assisting in camp groups when staff support is needed
  • Work with the leadership team (Assistant Camp Director, Program Coordinator, Camp Director, Camper Care Specialist, Kindergarten Camper Care Specialist) as needed.
  • Work in close coordination with the staff on the farm, the teen farm educator, ECC (Early Childhood Center) farm educator, Cherryvale Day Camp Counselors and all other staff who utilize the Milk & Honey Farm for programs.  

Working Environment

  • This role is in-person, seasonal, and full time during the camp season, May 11 - August 7, 2026. 
  • Our Camps programs are operated outdoors unless the weather prohibits it. Working conditions include spending full days under the sun in all temperatures. Arts and crafts will have a designated tent space. 
  • We have two full weeks of training before camp begins. 

Requirements

 QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be over the age of 18.
  • Background in area of Specialty expertise education or instruction
  • Experience or willingness to work with children (ages 4 - 12)
  • Ability to integrate camp values in programs
  • Has the ability to think and act creatively, be flexible, demonstrate pride of work, and is caring about the individuals they serve.

Physical Requirements

While performing regular duties, you will be required to sit, stand, reach, walk, or kneel, and to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While this role is primarily seasonal, from May - August, there is opportunity for a limited number of staff to extend beyond seasonal capacity. 


Compensation

This is a non-exempt hourly position with a salary range of $17.25-18.50/hour commensurate with experience. This is a 40-hour a week position May-August