Seasonal Urban Compost & Education Instructor

Brooklyn Botanic Garden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NYC Protected Time-Off

Short-term disability/New York Paid F"

Museum Pass

Free Garden admission

Employee discount

Job summary

Brooklyn Botanic Garden seeks a Seasonal Community Composting Assistant & Instructor to design and deliver compost-focused curricula for BBG’s community programs. The role partners with the Community Field Manager to support gardens, teach adults, and coordinate events both on-site and in the community.

Qualified applicants will have a related degree or experience, strong teaching skills, and a commitment to environmental justice.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in education, horticulture, environmental science, or related field preferred or 2 years’ related experience in composting/education
• Master Composter certification preferred
• Strong writing and teaching abilities for diverse audiences

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate compost- and soil-focused curricula for BBG programs
• Co-facilitate and prepare instructional materials for BUG and related initiatives
• Develop compost programs for Discovery Garden and events
• Provide outreach at public events and maintain data for program records
• Ensure inclusive, welcoming learning environments for participants
• Attend partner meetings and report back to the team

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent writing

Teaching

Team collaboration

Public outreach

Outdoor work

Education

BA/BS in education or related

Master Composter certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brooklyn Botanic Garden seeks a Seasonal Community Composting Assistant & Instructor to design and deliver compost-focused curricula for BBG’s community programs. The role partners with the Community Field Manager to support gardens, teach adults, and coordinate events both on-site and in the community.

Qualified applicants will have a related degree or experience, strong teaching skills, and a commitment to environmental justice.