Gardening & STEAM Instructor

Gardening & STEAM Instructor (Grades K–5)

Location: Napa, CA

Job Type: Part-Time | In-School Enrichment

Schedule: Tuesdays, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Total Classes: 8 Classes

Start Date: September 15, 2026

Pay: $30–$37 per hour, depending on experience

Age Group: Grades K–2 & Grades 3–5

Program Term: Fall 2026

Work Location: In person
 

About the Role

Are you interested in science, nature, gardening, creativity, and working with elementary students? We are seeking a creative, energetic, and dependable Gardening & STEAM Instructor to lead hands-on enrichment classes for students in Grades K–5 in Napa, CA.

This is a fantastic part-time opportunity for college students, future educators, child development majors, environmental science students, and youth leaders. The program combines hands-on gardening, environmental education, science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through engaging, age-appropriate activities. Curriculum and program support are provided.
 

Your Teaching Day

Each Tuesday includes:

• Paid lesson preparation and material setup prior to class
• 1-hour instructional session (3:30 PM – 4:30 PM) covering Grades K–2 and 3–5 concepts
• Paid post-class cleanup, material organization, and brief update submissions
   

What You’ll Teach

Activities may include:

• Planting seeds, caring for garden beds, and exploring soil ecosystems
• Exploring plants, pollinators, weather, and seasonal cycles
• Conducting hands-on science experiments and engineering challenges
• Creating nature-inspired art projects and exploring patterns, sorting, and measurement
• Unplugged coding, computer science games, and creative problem-solving
• Environmental, sustainability, and outdoor learning concepts
   

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging 60-minute Gardening & STEAM classes for elementary students.
• Guide students through planting, observing, experimenting, and building.
• Adapt activities to suit different age tiers (Grades K–2 and 3–5).
• Foster a positive, inclusive, nurturing, and safe classroom environment.
• Manage classroom routines, student transitions, and hands-on materials.
• Set up before class and clean up/organize materials afterward.
• Communicate professionally with school staff and submit brief post-class updates.
   

Requirements

• Experience teaching, tutoring, or working with elementary-aged children (Grades K–5) preferred.
• Passion for science, nature, gardening, environmental education, or STEM/STEAM.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to commit consistently to the 8-week schedule starting September 15.
• Applicant must reside in Napa Valley or within 20 miles of Napa, CA.
• Background in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Environmental Science, Biology, Horticulture, or related fields is highly valued (teaching credential or permit welcomed but not required).
   

Why Join Us?

Gain Real Experience: Lead your own hands-on classes and build your instructional portfolio.

Competitive Pay: Earn $30–$37 per hour with paid prep and cleanup time.

Curriculum Provided: Full lesson materials and support are supplied so you can focus on teaching.

Make an Impact: Inspire young learners to build curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a lasting connection to science and nature.
 

How to Apply

If you are excited about working with elementary students and bringing gardening and STEAM to life, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume along with a summary of any relevant experience in teaching, childcare, camps, gardening, environmental science, or STEM/STEAM programs.