Substitute Gardening Instructor
- Pay
- $45-$65/session
- Schedule
- Part-timeOn-site
- Program
- STEAM
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
Apply on HandshakeAbout the role
Grades TK-1, weekdays approximately 8:00-11:00 AM, in person. We are seeking an enthusiastic Substitute Gardening Instructor to lead hands-on garden and science enrichment classes for elementary students in San Francisco. You will guide small groups through planting, growing, harvesting, and connected science and art projects. Activities include garden science (seed starting, composting, soil and pollinator studies), nature exploration, STEAM connections, and safe simple cooking using produce grown in the garden. Curriculum and lesson materials are provided.
What we’re looking for
Experience working directly with elementary-age children. Strong communication and classroom-management skills. Comfortable leading and supervising students outdoors. Must reside in San Francisco or within 20 miles. Must pass a background check and complete fingerprinting/live scan. Background in education, child development, environmental science or biology preferred, as is experience with school or community gardens.
Apply for this role
Send us your details and resume and we will be in touch. Prefer email? Write to careers@ddsteam.org.