Continuing Education Horticulture Instructor

Department: Education

Reports to: Director of Continuing Education

FLSA Status: Part-time Seasonal, Nonexempt


Compensation: Prep. Rate: $25/hour & Teaching Rate: $50.00 - $56.00/ hour


Position Description:

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis. Continuing Education horticulture instructors teach a variety of horticulture classes for professional development programs such as Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Certificate in Horticulture. The successful candidate will be a collaborative self-starter with strong communication skills. They will have expertise in their subject area and experience teaching for diverse learning styles.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Continuing Education staff to manage preparatory logistics in advance of class.
• Working independently, teach scheduled classes
• Grade all student assignments
• When relevant, review student evaluations with Continuing Education staff in order to improve teaching practices and learning outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Expertise in your subject area, either through professional or academic experience
• Experience teaching for diverse learning styles
• Fluent use of technology, including PowerPoint and Zoom
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse audiences
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Benefits:

To be considered for this position, please submit an application by clicking Apply below.  Applications submitted without a résumé and cover letter will not be considered.

No telephone calls for position inquiries, please. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the online system, or who may require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, should contact Human Resources at . 

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.