Extension Assistant II, Lone Oaks Farm - UTIA

University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department
University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department

Tennessee, USA

USD 37,440-41,600 / year

Posted on Jul 12, 2026
  • Work cooperatively with the STEM Director and all Lone Oaks Farm staff in implementing the program. This includes teaching of math, science, technology, and engineering. The curriculum will be created by the STEM Director.
  • Assist the STEM Director in adapting activities and materials for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing the use of the environment and the outdoors as an integrating context in STEM education, as well as providing an opportunity for all students to participate in activities
  • Setting up the equipment and preparing materials prior to arrival of students, as well as picking up and packing materials and/or equipment at the end of the day.
  • Assisting with the supervision and instruction of students.
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The Program Assistant will work under the direction of the Extension Specialist III/STEM Director to facilitate activities to implement a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) educational program at Lone Oaks Farm, a facility owned by the University of Tennessee. The STEM program represents a partnership between the University of Tennessee Extension and Hardeman County School, and will serve K-12 students in Hardeman County and other area school districts. Assist with educational programs that meet the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, or veteran status. Fully funded by a grant account.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or GED, knowledge and experience with technology, including computer skills, Microsoft Word, Excel. Etc.

  • Experience: Minimum 1 year of related experience required.

  • Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

    • Ability to be enthusiastic and creative minded.

    • Clear background check will be required.

    • Must have a valid Tennessee Driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Education: Vocational or technical training. Associates Degree preferred.

  • Experience:

    • Teaching experience in the sciences.

    • One or more years of experience with teaching youth in a class setting.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Work Location

  • Location: Middleton, TN

  • Onsite

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range:

  • Anticipated hiring range: $37,440 - $41,600

  • Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

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Application Instructions

To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted on or before July 10, 2026.

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

About The College/Department/Division

The 4-H and Youth Development Center at Lone Oaks Farm serves as one of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture’s sites for youth education, leadership development, and hands-on STEM and agricultural learning. As an extension of UT Extension and Tennessee 4-H, the Center provides innovative programming that connects classroom learning to real-world experiences through outdoor education, summer camps, school partnerships, and workforce readiness initiatives.

Located in Middleton, Tennessee, Lone Oaks Farm hosts thousands of young people each year, offering immersive programs in science, technology, engineering, agriculture, and environmental conservation. By combining the resources of a land-grant university with the natural setting of Lone Oaks Farm, the Center equips youth with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become tomorrow’s leaders.

Through strong collaborations with local school systems, state agencies, and community partners, the 4-H and Youth Development Center plays a vital role in advancing UTIA’s mission of teaching, research, and Extension—helping young Tennesseans explore their potential, build resilience, and develop a lifelong appreciation for learning and the outdoors.

The Extension Program Assistant II position is housed at Lone Oaks Farm, a facility operated by UT Extension. The position is responsible to the 4-H Youth & Development Director. This is a full-time position.

Duties include:

  • Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, religion or veteran status.

  • Work cooperatively with the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Director and all Lone Oaks Farm staff in implementing the STEM Education program. This includes teaching science, technology, engineering, and math.

  • Assist the 4-H & Youth Development Director in adapting activities and materials for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing the use of the environment and the outdoors as an integrating context in STEM education, as well as providing an opportunity for all students to participate in activities.

  • Set up equipment and prepare materials prior to the arrival of students, as well as picking up and packing materials and/or equipment at the end of the day.

  • Assist with the supervision and instruction of students.

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