Youth Instructor - Idaho Botanical Gardens Boise

Overview

4-H STEM Ameri Corps program provides direct service to youth. Members lead and facilitate STEAM-based curriculum in out-of-school time programs, including after school clubs, summer camps, and community workshops. These activities are designed to spark curiosity, build problem-solving skills, and encourage creativity among participants. Members adapt lessons to meet the developmental needs of diverse age groups, ensuring that learning is engaging and accessible.

Beyond instruction, members serve as mentors and role models, creating safe, supportive environments where youth can explore new ideas, develop confidence, and build positive relationships. By modeling integrity, empathy, and perseverance, members help youth envision a future filled with opportunity. This mentorship extends beyond academics, encompassing essential life skills such as teamwork, communication, and decision-making. Members organize events that bring families into the learning process, fostering stronger connections between youth, parents, and the community.

These events may include STEM fairs, family science nights, and showcases of youth projects, all aimed at reinforcing the value of education and collaboration.

• Lead and facilitate STEAM-based activities in after school programs, summer camps, and community workshops.
• Mentor and role model; create safe, engaging, non-formal learning environments; help youth develop life skills (teamwork, communication, decision-making).
• Organize events (e.g., STEM fairs, family science nights) to involve families and strengthen community connections.
• Recruit and engage volunteers; expand the network of caring adults involved in youth programs.
• Coordinate, implement, and evaluate summer programming; deliver summer programs for diverse and underserved audiences; build relationships with community partners and UI Extension staff.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to 4-H leadership teens during summer programming; complete accurate data reporting.

• Education level:
  High school diploma or GED.
• Age requirement:
  Minimum 17; no maximum specified.
• Willingness to work with diverse youth and communities; ability to deliver engaging, non-formal learning experiences.
• Strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills; ability to recruit and work with volunteers.

• Program Type: Ameri Corps State / National
• Program: Youth Instructor - Idaho Botanical Gardens Boise 25-26
• Program Start/End Date: 05/12/2026 - 08/31/2026
• Work Schedule: Summer
• Education level: High school diploma/GED
• Age Requirement: Minimum: 17
• Program Locations: IDAHO
• Languages: English
• Accepting Applications: From 01/15/2026 To 05/01/2026
• Contact: Natasha Tienhaara; 1904 E Chicago Ave Suite AB, Caldwell, ; ; ntienhaara