The Greenwich Botanical Center (GBC) is looking for an intern that is interested in working with children aged 12months -10 years old in our all-weather outdoor child led Forest Days classes.  

There are three types of classes we offer. 1. Explore with Me is for 12months –3 year olds with a care giver for 50mins. 2. Little Rangers is a drop off class for 2.5 hours in the forest with 3-5year olds. 3. Afternoon Adventurers is 2 hour, drop off class for K-2nd graders and 3rd-5th graders.  

We offer these classes and camp at a range of times Mondays-Fridays.

The two most important attributes that an individual applying for this position have are: 
1. Being interested and willing to spend time outside in all weather conditions 
2. Being capable of working with children aged 12months-8years of age 

Interns will receive first-hand experience working with children in our nature-based programs as they assist our lead educators. Responsibilities include class material preparation and clean up, assisting the lead teacher with Forest Days classes and exposure to a small local nonprofit at work. 

We are looking for a responsible adult who is interested in helping to engage children in play outdoors! This position is sure to be fun, educational and inspiring! 

Please explore our website to learn more about what we do at the Greenwich Botanical Center. https://greenwichbotanicalcenter.org/ 

GBC offers an internship stipend for this position - it is not paid hourly.