New Job Opportunity – Garden Teacher
Garden Teacher – The Honeybee Education Program
Aina-based Education Program in collaboration with Hilo YMCA
We are looking for a contract/hire position to work at the YMCA Children’s Garden. This position will assist in developing and maintaining the garden, teaching classes/instruction to
youth during spring break and summer programs and reporting to the YMCA and Honeybee Education Program for program updates and evaluations 5 hours per week, sometime more during youth program events (Spring Break/Summer).
Compensation $20/hour, contractual/stipend position. Reports to the Honeybee Education Program, Food Resiliency Project
Desired Skills/attributes:
Experience gardening in Hawaii for at least 3 years
Experience working and leading activities with children of various ages
Flexible schedule
Great communicator
Passionate about food security and sustainability
Experience working with diverse cultures and minorities
Other Requirements:
* Fingerprint / background check prior to the start date.
*TB test are required prior to the start date.
*Proof of completion of a Covid-19 vaccination
*Other requirements may be needed from YMCA, Hilo
Position Summary: Responsibilities & Requirements:
Type of Employment: Part-time (year round, school breaks and holidays flexible)
Hours: 5-10 hours per week (dependent on availability of applicant)
Pay Rate: $20/hour
Type: Contract Hire- must fill out W9, report their own taxes
Start Date: March 14, 2022
Please send resume and cover letter to jennyabach@gmail.com