Get Involved: Gardens on Spring Creek - Youth Education

Youth Education

Description:

Gardens education volunteers help us fulfill our mission to improve the lives of people and inspire stewardship through horticulture. Volunteers can assist with a variety of youth programs year-round including but not limited to group tours, story times, camps and outreach. Tasks and responsibilities vary, training is provided, and all volunteers are welcome!

Responsibilities & Activities:

• Participate in trainings and on-going learning opportunities
• Assist, co-lead or lead garden and nature-based activities for groups of children ages 2-18
• Enthusiasm for sharing a love of gardening and the natural world
• Basic understanding of the Gardens on Spring Creek and general plant/garden ecosystem knowledge
• Ability to read instructions, communicate clearly and follow instructions
• Experience or interest in working with kids

Time Commitment:

• In addition to the general volunteer onboarding, an additional pre-recorded training will be required
• Varies depending on program but generally, Monday through Saturday mornings. Camps are full day programming
• Review each program carefully. Some programs ask for a consistent commitment and others are better for sporadic involvement

Licenses, Certifications, and Safety:

• A criminal background check is required for volunteers in this position

Volunteer Benefits:

• Giving back to the community by helping maintain and develop a beautiful facility
• Participate in training and educational opportunities
• Receive help in reaching personal and professional goals
• Network with staff and community members
• Increase horticulture knowledge by working with garden staff in outdoor gardens and greenhouse
• Develop lasting friendships
• Gain new skills
• Receive community recognition through our website and/or newsletter
• Attend volunteer-only appreciation events

Interests:

Field Work - Gardening, Field Work - Wildlife, Field Work - Environment, Community Volunteer - Youth

Skills:

Teaching