Programs Assistant, Education at Atlanta Botanical Garden Inc
Atlanta, Georgia, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Communication, Interpersonal skills, Volunteer management, Program facilitation, Event setup, Youth engagement, Multitasking, Adaptability, Public speaking, Customer service

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description
Description The Atlanta Botanical Garden is seeking an Education Programs Assistant to facilitate family programming in the Children’s Garden, primarily on Sundays. Under direction of the Senior Manager of Youth Programs, the Youth Programs Assistant will work with the Education Department to support family programming in Children’s Garden, Garden-wide interpretive stations, and periodic classes and festivals. Hours will be primarily on Sundays, May – October from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. with a periodic shift on a Saturday and weekday. Key Responsibilities Assist with execution for Family Programs in the Children’s Garden on Sundays, this would include greeting volunteers, setting up interactive stations, resupplying stations and if needed, facilitating a station Assist in maintaining volunteer relationships and program materials Assist with monitoring the Garden’s Youth Programs Volunteers, Junior League and National Charity League Volunteers Support active Discovery and SPEAK Volunteer Interpretive stations and periodically support weekend classes Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager of Youth Programs Requirements High school graduate with a minimum of 2 years of a bachelor’s degree program or equivalent relevant work experience Must be able to display excellent communication and interpersonal skills while managing volunteers and working with visitors The ideal candidate will have experience or an interest in education, and young children/youth activities Punctual, reliable, and flexible Be available to work 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. most Sundays May – October and some Saturdays and weekdays as needed Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 35 lbs. and work outdoors in variable weather conditions Mental Requirements Be prepared to multitask and be willing to adapt to changing situations The above job duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required of employees in this job. It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Atlanta Botanical Garden Core Values Conservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mind Excellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the Garden Inspiration: We inspire through the creation of an environment that supports imagination and expression of beauty, providing joy, delight, and a deeper appreciation of plants for everyone Integrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communication Respect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regard
Responsibilities
The Programs Assistant facilitates family programming in the Children's Garden and supports interpretive stations and festivals. They are also responsible for monitoring volunteers and maintaining program materials.
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