Education Instructor: Community Activity Guide

Education Instructor:
Community Activity Guide

Cleveland Botanical Garden

Part Time | Variable Employee

Opportunity:
Join the Education department in a rewarding role where you'll nurture the love of gardening and nature in local communities! We're looking for a friendly, energetic individual to support creative and interesting activities at community gardens across Cleveland. The position works directly with children, ages 6-13, supporting youth development activities in their neighborhoods while assisting with projects that build social skills and resilience.

If you have a passion for plants, outdoor education, and working with kids in their communities, this is the perfect role for you!

Position Details:

* Weekly schedule of 4-15 hours

* Mandatory Paid Training:
June 1

* General Program Season:
June - November

* Work Schedule:

Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:00 p.m.

- 5:00 p.m.

* Locations:
Multiple community center sites across Cleveland

* Reports To:

Community Engagement Education Coordinator
* $15/hour

Key Responsibilities:

* Support Holden Forests & Gardens' mission, vision, and values through guiding social emotional and problem-solving activities.

* Attend paid training sessions to become familiar with responsibilities, procedures, safety standards, and project sites. Annual training is held in late Spring.

* Assist with provided games, drop-in crafts and STEM exploration challenges in an informal outdoor setting.

* Collaborate with the Community Engagement Gardener to support implementation of community-building projects that activate and improve gardens for youth participants.

* Safely transport program supplies using your own vehicle.

* Track and report engagement according to a standardized system.

* Complete weekly check-ins with supervisor to ensure project goals and priorities are met.

* Utilize provided digital tools to manage email, calendar, files, and scheduled shifts.

* Perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications and Skills:

* Minimum of 18 years of age

* High school diploma or equivalent required

* Pursuing or completed an undergraduate degree in, Education, Environmental Science, Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field, a plus

* One (1) year of experience guiding youth in education setting, a plus

* Gardening experience, a plus

* Clear communication and approachable customer service skills

* Ability to follow instructions, learn activities, and deliver lesson plans

* Applicant must be patient, hardworking, flexible, and able to work under pressure

* Applicant must use or learn to use standard Google tools on a routine basis

* Valid drivers' license and acceptable driving record required

* Applicants must have their own reliable transportation

* Must pass a criminal background check

Physical Requirements

* Must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation:

* Ability to lift 30 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions

* Sitting, standing, kneeling, and sometimes hiking on uneven surfaces

* Ability to adapt to dynamic outdoor situations

* Ability to occasionally set up and tear down folding tables, chairs, and pop-up tents

Some of the reasons Holden Forests & Gardens (HF&G) is a great place to work!

Work in a beautiful environment within Greater Cleveland | Discounts in our stores & cafes | Free parking at both campuses anytime we are open | Free admission to many Northeast Ohio Museums | Free Employee Assistance Program | And Much More!

Apply:

Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Holden Forests & Gardens is an equal opportunity employer and values an authentic sense of belonging at all levels of the organization, including staff, volunteers, Board of Directors, and visitors. HF&G believes that working toward an equitable culture that values all perspectives enriches the work environment, helping achieve our goal to build a greener and healthier Northeast Ohio. We are working to create and sustain a supportive environment and sense of belonging for people of all backgrounds.

HF&G promotes an equitable approach in its hiring, retention, and promotion; in Board recruitment efforts; and in community partnerships and programming.