Bookworm Gardens seeks a team-oriented, energetic, and enthusiastic Summer Teaching Assistant who will thrive in a fast-paced environment and who is well-suited to working collaboratively with a small staff. If you have a passion for nature-based learning and children’s literature, enjoy interacting with a wide range of community members (especially children including learners ages 3-12), and are motivated by creative brainstorming, this is the job for you! The Summer Teaching Assistant reports to the Early Childhood Education Coordinator and works closely with the education team.
This position assists with the implementation of the educational programming; primarily focusing on the planning and teaching of the Summer Camp Program. In 2025, this includes 5 weeks of immersive, nature-based camps for ages 3 to 12. The Summer Teaching Assistant will work collaboratively with staff to create a holistic curriculum for the Gardens and nurture an innovative environment relating to our mission: “to inspire the love of books and nature in the young and young at heart.”
Roles and Responsibilities:
? Work collaboratively with the lead educator (who will co-teach) regarding the planning and implementation of the Summer Camp Program. ? Teach and supervise groups of children. ? Utilize strategies to promote successful classroom management. ? Maintain a safe, fun, and educational experience for attendees and maintain optimal communication with Youth Ambassadors, parents, and staff members. ? Assist with the set-up and clean-up of learning spaces in the Gardens. ? Assist with gathering, assembling and purchasing of supplies for programming (such as placing online orders, shopping for items, and being responsible for the department’s credit card). ? Assist in the development and support of creative curricula appropriate to several age levels and abilities for use in educational programs. ? Assist with various programs for youth, family, school and community groups. ? Support special events programs including set-up, tear-down and staffing when needed. 
To be considered for an internship, please submit a resume and cover letter to info@bookwormgardens.org Cover letter should include what skills, abilities, and experiences the candidate brings to the position, and how the internship relates to the candidate's long term goals.