Day Program Instructor
About The Position
Cedars of Marin provides day programs and residential opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. The Cedars Textile Collaborative (TAC) offers creative day programs for Cedars clients. The Garden Instructor works with clients to plan and support meaningful gardening activities, including hands-on horticulture projects, community-based work opportunities, and skill-building activities. The role helps create an environment where individuals can develop confidence, independence, and a sense of accomplishment through gardening and outdoor projects. Some caregiving may be required, depending on participants’ needs. The TAC program is located on a property of more than two dozen acres overlooking San Anselmo, with a community garden, art barn studio space, upgraded kitchen, weaving studio, and other facilities. The schedule is Wednesday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The pay rate is $21.75 per hour. Travel is negligible.
Requirements
- Experience in gardening, landscaping, and yard maintenance.
- Ability to consistently demonstrate patience and compassion.
- Experience leading, advising, organizing, and motivating groups of people.
- Ability to manage a crew of gardeners and work with a team of leaders.
- Excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to pass an employment physical, including a TB test, and meet the physical requirements of the job.
- Valid driver's license, at least three years of driving experience, and willingness to drive a passenger van.
- CPR and First Aid certifications, or willingness to obtain both.
- Ability to pass an FBI and DOJ criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or teaching experience is highly preferred.
- An optimistic outlook.
Responsibilities
- Plan and support meaningful gardening activities with Cedars clients.
- Lead hands-on horticulture projects, community-based work opportunities, and skill-building activities.
- Help participants build confidence, independence, and a sense of accomplishment through gardening and outdoor projects.
- Provide caregiving to participants as needed.
- Lead, advise, organize, and motivate groups of people.
- Manage a crew of gardeners and work with a team of leaders.
- Pitch in where and when needed.
- Drive a passenger van.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
