INSTRUCTOR- YOUTH PROGRAMS

Instructor- Youth ProgramsQueens Botanical GardenDate May 29, 2026Location Flushing, NYCategory EducationJob type Part-TimeShare this jobCompany DescriptionQueens Botanical Garden is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs, and demonstrations of environmental stewardship.Job DescriptionInstructor- Youth ProgramsAbout This OpportunityQBG’s Youth Programs bring together youngsters ages 2 to 18 from around New York City to enjoy seasonal, hands-on learning and gardening experiences year-round. Our young gardeners explore concepts of ecological balance, sustainability, and conservation as they learn how to prepare soil, select seeds and plants, and care for and later harvest their own vegetables, flowers, and herbs that they turn into nutritious and delicious snacks in the classroom. We explore these concepts at age-appropriate levels throughout each season. We strive to create an immersive experience in all programs- a blend of structured and freeform exploration designed to provide children with the support they need to express their natural curiosity. The Garden seeks seasonal Instructors who are passionate about environmental education to fulfill our teaching and programmatic needs.ResponsibilitiesTeach QBG environmental, art, sustainability and gardening programming to the standards set by QBG either at the Garden or out in the communityWork with Education Manager, and other QBG staff to implement interactive and engaging gardening and environmental and sustainability workshops and activitiesHelp foster a safe and welcoming space for participantsWork with & mentor 2-4 interns/ volunteers to support program needsPrepare and maintain all materials for scheduled programsSet up and break down programming spacesReview & adjust lesson plans based on participant needsSupport with administrative needs, such as: parent communications, documentation of incidents, and taking photosSupport horticulture and gardening needs of the department, including: seeding, weeding, mulching, pruning, raking, watering, mowing, weed whacking, transplanting, and propagationSupport additional needs and tasks of the Education DepartmentQualificationsBachelor’s degree or two years relevant experience in education, science, children’s programs/camps, or a related fieldClass/ group management experience, especially with childrenExperience teaching in subject areas of botany, environmental studies, ethnobotany, or life sciences, a plusExperience and interest in working with diverse communitiesExperience teaching special education or working with neurodiverse children, a plusMust be able to work with varied size groups of children and adultsComfortable working outdoors in various weather conditionsAbility to lift up to 40 pounds safelyAbility to perform diverse, sometimes repetitive, tasks that can be physically demandingEnthusiastic and collaborative attitudeExcellent communication and organizational abilitiesSchedule & CompensationThis is a fully onsite part-time seasonal position.Children’s Garden (drop Off/ Elementary Age Program) ScheduleJune 15 through 26: 20 hours/ week: Weekday AM training program for summer preparationJune 29 through August 21: 35 hours/ week: Mondays through Thursdays, 8am-4pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch; and Fridays, 9am-12pmCompensation: $20/hourCompensationthis position is: hourly, $20/hr +Application instructionsPlease click here to sign in and view application details.If you are not registered, you'll be prompted to do so. Don't worry, it's free!DeadlineJune 15, 2026Apply NowView similar jobs#sustainability #itsinqueens #youthprograms #instructorShare this job