Title: Program Assistant, Science Career Continuum

Exemption Status: Non-exempt

Department: Youth Education

Reports to: Manager of Science Career Continuum

Seasonal Full-time, June to August 2024

Supervises: Students in the Science Career Continuum

Position Overview:

The Science Career Continuum seeks two alumni interns to support our 7-week summer programs (June to August, Monday through Friday) for middle and high school students (grades 6 to 12). Gain hands-on experience in program management by assisting with attendance tracking, field trip coordination, classroom activities, and ensuring student safety during bus rides. This internship offers valuable skills development and contributes to a rewarding summer experience. Applications closed to non-alumni.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will be responsible for the following:

Support student well-being and program logistics:

• Ensure student safety and adherence to guidelines during bus rides.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and report any concerns to the program manager.
• Supervise Science First students during learning activities, fostering engagement and adherence to expectations.

Enhance program operations and learning:

• Organize and manage student assignments in Google Classroom.
• Stay up to date on the program calendar and prepare necessary materials.
• Print and set up classroom activities for Science First and College First programs.

Contribute to a seamless field trip experience:

• Assist with coordinating maps, directions, and tickets for field trips.
• Work alongside the program manager and instructors on various logistical tasks.

Chicago Botanic Garden Values & Behaviors:

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Leadership experience: Minimum of one year demonstrating leadership skills in informal science education settings, such as camps, after-school programs, or science clubs.
• Program familiarity: Strong familiarity with the Chicago Botanic Garden's Science First and/or College First programs through prior participation is a significant advantage. Non-alumni are not being considered at this time.

Physical Demands:

Office setting. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, listening, speaking, and keyboarding. Use of office equipment including computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and fax machines. Some requirements for lifting, pushing, or pulling items less than 30 pounds.

Why Apply?
Come work in a setting that is like no other as you support our mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. Take the first step toward being one of the employees who make the Garden one of the treasures of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Apply today. Please note that applicants who do not meet the required qualifications will not be considered.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Chicago Botanic Garden does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its programs or activities, including in employment or admissions. Please call (847) 835-8264 to contact our Title IX coordinator should you have questions or concerns. Please do not call this number to inquire about job postings or the status of your application, or with solicitations from companies or third-party recruiters.