General Info

Employment at the Chicago Botanic Garden

TITLE: Spring Science Sleuths Instructor – FILLED

PURPOSE: To facilitate hands-on science field trips for grades K-6. The instructor will deliver an informal science curriculum with an emphasis on botany.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Attend mandatory trainings.

2. Facilitate school field trip programs on site.

3. Assist with the preparation of program materials.

4. Work closely with volunteers in the delivery of programs.

5. Other projects and duties as assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Center for Teaching and Learning

REPORTS TO: Coordinator, School Programs

COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS: Other Center for Teaching and Learning program areas, Visitor programs, Horticulture, Custodial Services

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Available to work 8:30 am – 1:00 pm Monday through Friday, starting April 14 to June 6, 2008. Instructor must be comfortable teaching in the out of doors in various weather conditions and able to work well as a team. The ideal candidate will have a background in education and science with the ability to instruct students grades K-6.

Updated January 3, 2008
Printed January 3, 2008