Garden Extended-day Instructor

Latnet; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Latino Network in Portland, OR seeks a part-time Garden Extended-day Instructor to support the SUN Community School Site Manager. You will guide students in garden activities, plan and lead classes, and ensure safety across indoor and outdoor spaces.

This role requires flexibility for evenings/weekends during peak periods and a commitment to working with children aged 6-14 from diverse backgrounds. The candidate should be reliable and community-minded.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with children ages 6-14 from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience developing and executing academic and recreational lesson plans.
• Ability to document work and communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles and cultures.
• Willingness to work as a team member and support Latino Network's mission.

Responsibilities

• Act as a positive role-model for up to 15 students ages 6-14.
• Plan and lead garden classes using state approved resources.
• Support the program including recess and supper; supervise safety in buses, hallways, classrooms, outdoor spaces.
• Follow SUN Manager guidelines to provide safe classes.
• Complete other activities as assigned by SUN Manager.
• Attend quarterly training with SUN Garden Coordinator.
• Support garden workshops and garden parties for families.

Skills

Lesson planning

Communication

Child engagement

Organization

Diversity sensitivity

Team player

Job description

Description

Position Title: Garden Extended-day Instructor

Reports To: SUN Community School Site Manager

Classification: Part-time, Non-Exempt,

Compensation: $18/hr; 6-10 hrs/week depending on site and season: these are temporary employee positions

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

Latino Network’s mission is: Leading with love, we cultivate our staff and community as a powerful force for radical social change. We do this through Latino community-driven programs, advocacy, and service. Our work springs from the core belief in Latino community self-determination, that is, the ability of community members to participate meaningfully in the decisions that affect their lives and the lives of their families. We actively partner across a variety of city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, as well as influence policy.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Latino Network seeks a bilingual mission-driven professional with bi-cultural familiarity and proven nonprofit and community experience to lead a full range of activities for a growing organization. As part of a dedicated team working toward a shared vision, the SUN Extended Day Instructor is charged with supporting the SUN Community School Site Manager. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves position with the capacity to impact the education and wellbeing of hundreds of young Latino children and their families each year. If you are resourceful, able to build strong relationships, and passionate about working for educational equity, then the Latino Network is the place for you.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a positive role-model for up to 15 students ages 6-8; 9-11; 12-14
• Plan and lead garden classes using state approved resources
• Support the program entirely including recess and supper Supervise students in Safety protocols to ensure all are being safe even in areas such as: buses, hallways, classrooms, outdoor spaces, doorways as they enter and exit the building
• Follow all guidelines and protocols as directed by SUN Manager to provide safe classes
• Complete other activities as assigned by SUN Manager
• Attend quarterly training sessions with SUN Garden Coordinator
• Support garden workshops and garden parties for families

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• Desire and ability to work with children ages 6-14 from diverse backgrounds to ensure an enriching, positive, and safe classroom setting
• Experience developing and effectively executing academic and recreational lesson plans to a diverse student population
• Ability to document work continually and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple and varied tasks
• Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, socioeconomic levels, and cultures
• Willingness to work as a team member and support the mission and goals of Latino Network

ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly work in the school, and in the community as needed, including school, parks, community gardens, etc
• Evening and weekend availability may be required, and work hours are flexible to accommodate program implementation; long hours during peak periods
• Reliable transportation to the school site and for tasks needed for its programs
• May require heavy lifting and walking during events and outreach activities
• Undergoing criminal and passing background check including fingerprinting is required

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer. We value and support diversity and inclusion to create a culture of dignity and respect.