Program Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

A member of the Education Department, the Program Teacher will teach, coordinate and assist in the refinement of existing educational programming for the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden under the direction and approval of the education management team. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden educational programming includes Elementary TEKS aligned STEM programs designed to cultivate a connection to nature and inspire environmental stewardship through garden-based experiences. The Program Teacher will successfully coordinate and conduct classes with students and contribute to the education team’s efforts. The Program Teacher reports to the Education Program Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

• Facilitate and teach Arboretum field trips educational programs, outreach programs, after school programs and camps, and support group bus check-in as assigned
• Prepare, organize, and maintain classroom and teaching spaces, ensuring supplies are fully stocked and ready before programs, and that materials and spaces are cleaned and properly reset afterward.
• Collaborate with Arboretum staff and volunteers to implement high quality programming
• Communicate with school contacts regarding programming, including email of pre and post program documents to schools and collecting and recording attendance and assessment collected data in a timely manner
• Support with learning galleries facilitation as needed
• Assist with administrative duties such as booking reservations, material management, organization and curriculum development as needed under the direction of education management
• Contribute positively to team effort

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ABOUT THE ARBORETUM

The mission of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is to be a garden for all that enriches lives through beauty, learning, and connection. We are a world-class sanctuary where people and plants flourish in the natural environment.

The Dallas Arboretum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics or disability unrelated to job performance.

Part-Time