Seasonal GAP Summer Instructor

Brooklyn Botanical Garden

Organization Description: 
Brooklyn Botanic Garden connects people to the wonder and power of plants, sparking delight and curiosity about science, culture, and our environment to help create a greener, more sustainable city and world. BBG’s vision is to grow a future where plants, people, and our planet flourish together.

Position Description:
Brooklyn Botanic Garden connects people to the wonder and power of plants, sparking delight and curiosity about science, culture, and our environment to help create a greener, more sustainable city and world. BBG’s vision is to grow a future where plants, people, and our planet flourish together.

Reports to:
GAP Co-coordinator

Job Requirements & Responsibilities:
– Assist with the implementation of the GAP summer program, including program development, facilitation, and cleanup.

– Develop and teach lessons for a group of 12 to 15 teens on topics such as research skills, public speaking, horticulture, and science.

– Supervise and mentor apprentices as they work in placements throughout the Garden.

– Assist teens with horticulture and cooking sessions in the Children’s Garden.

– Develop and teach courses on current environmental issues, science research, and more.

– Design and lead team-building exercises and enrichment activities.

– Lead field trips to farms, gardens, and other cultural institutions within New York City.

– Mentor and collaborate with a program assistant (a recent GAP alum working on staff).

– Perform other related duties or special projects as directed

Candidate Qualifications:
– 2 years’ experience or studies in education, urban agriculture, nutrition, botany, or environmental or biological sciences

– Experience teaching teens

– Experience and comfort working with youth and staff from diverse backgrounds

– Strong research and presentation skills

– Gardening experience preferred

– Willingness to work outside in all weather

– Willingness to work outside in all weather

Position Type:
Part-Time, seasonal

Union Status:
Non-Union

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Schedule:
Tuesday-Friday; June 9-August 14

Salary or Compensation:
$22/hour

Organization or Project Website:
https://www.bbg.org/about/careers

Application Info:
Applications must be submitted via Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s website:https://www.bbg.org/about/careers. Applications must include a resume and cover letter. Any questions or requests for accommodations should be directed to Human Resources at hr@bbg.org.