January 29, 2025
Lasdon Park, Arboretum, and Veterans Memorial
2610 Amawalk Rd
Katonah, NY 10536
www.lasdonpark.org
Lasdon Park, Arboretum, and Veterans Memorial, located in Katonah, New York is Westchester’s Public Garden with 234 acres of landscape consisting of ornamental display gardens, containers, orchard, tree and shrub collections, conservatory with tropical plants and changing exhibitions, greenhouses, forests, meadows, and hiking trails.
Nature Ambassadors will assist with the Lasdon Nature Explorers summer program. The summer program operates July and August and Nature Ambassadors will share their knowledge and love of the outdoors with children in grades K-5.
The role involves delivering fun and engaging environmental, natural history, and horticulture education to children, preparing and assisting with weekly activities, and working outdoors in all weather conditions to ensure an enjoyable and educational experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Applicants should possess a love of nature, a willingness to work outdoors, and the ability to communicate effectively.
Enthusiasm and curiosity are a must!
Applicants with teaching certificate and experience working with children and the public are preferred.
HOURLY POSITION: Educators are hourly positions. Flexible hourly schedule on an as needed basis and typically include at least one weekend day.
SALARY: Hourly rate is $16.60-20.00 commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume to education@lasdonpark.org.
WESTCHESTER COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER