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Summer Garden Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Garden Educator

Shafter, CA ยท On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Assists in planning and executing events at fall, winter, and summer camps and seasonal events throughout the school year * Other related duties as assigned All Garden Staff Will: * Support the Lead ...

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Assists in planning and executing events at fall, winter, and summer camps and seasonal events throughout the school year * Other related duties as assigned All Garden Staff Will: * Support the Lead ...

New

Garden Educator

Shafter, CA ยท On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Assists in planning and executing events at fall, winter, and summer camps and seasonal events throughout the school year * Other related duties as assigned All Garden Staff Will: * Support the Lead ...

New

Assists in planning and executing events at fall, winter, and summer camps and seasonal events throughout the school year * Other related duties as assigned All Garden Staff Will: * Support the Lead ...

New

Gardener

Lake Wales, FL ยท On-site

To be responsible for the care and cultivation of our garden, which includes annual and perennial ... Hours will change to: 6:30am - 2:30pm in summer months. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The successful candidate ...

Gardener

Lake Wales, FL ยท On-site

To be responsible for the care and cultivation of our garden, which includes annual and perennial ... Hours will change to: 6:30am - 2:30pm in summer months. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The successful candidate ...

Gardening Instructor

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$20 - $27/hr

Summer: Programming will run from June 22, 2026 to August 7, 2026, Monday through Thursday ... Manage and maintain the raised garden beds, ensuring they are productive and well-maintained ...

Summer: Programming will run from June 22, 2026 to August 7, 2026, Monday through Thursday ... Manage and maintain the raised garden beds, ensuring they are productive and well-maintained ...

Summer Camp Teacher

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$13 - $15/hr

Primrose School of Garden Oaks wants YOU to join our team as a Before and After School Teacher- no nights, no weekends, no prior experience required! Position: Summer Camp Teacher As a Summer Camp ...

Gardener

Lake Wales, FL ยท On-site

To be responsible for the care and cultivation of our garden, which includes annual and perennial ... Hours will change to: 6:30am - 2:30pm in summer months. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The successful candidate ...

Garden Assistant Status: Full-time and Part-time Hourly Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill Shaker ... Start times may be early as the season changes to avoid summer heat. Applicants must be able to ...

Gardener

Seldovia, AK ยท On-site

$20/hr

Maintain garden spaces during the summer season as possible within availability * Communicate and work with other gardeners as necessary or SVT staff to address gaps in care, finding coverage for ...

Gardener

Seldovia, AK ยท On-site

Maintain garden spaces during the summer season as possible within availability * Communicate and work with other gardeners as necessary or SVT staff to address gaps in care, finding coverage for ...

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How much do summer garden jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer garden in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Garden vs Summer Landscape Worker?

AspectSummer GardenSummer Landscape Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, horticultural knowledgeHigh school diploma, some experience in landscaping
Work EnvironmentGardens, parks, residential yardsConstruction sites, outdoor landscapes, parks
Employer & IndustryNurseries, landscaping companies, municipal parksLandscaping firms, construction companies, municipal services

Summer Garden and Summer Landscape Worker roles often overlap in outdoor, seasonal work involving plant care and landscaping. However, Summer Garden positions typically focus more on garden maintenance and horticultural tasks, while Summer Landscape Workers may handle broader landscaping projects, including construction and installation. Both roles require outdoor work and some horticultural knowledge, but the scope and specific duties differ slightly.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges of a summer garden assistant during the peak season?

As a Summer Garden Assistant, your daily tasks often include watering and weeding plant beds, monitoring plant health, assisting with harvesting, and maintaining garden equipment. One of the main challenges is working outdoors in varying weather conditions, which requires adaptability and attention to hydration and sun protection. You'll likely collaborate closely with gardeners or horticulturists, learning hands-on techniques and gaining practical knowledge about plant care. This role offers valuable experience for those interested in horticulture or sustainable agriculture, and can be a stepping stone to more advanced positions in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a gardener?

To thrive as a Gardener, you need knowledge of plant care, landscape maintenance, and horticultural practices, often supported by hands-on experience or relevant certifications. Familiarity with gardening tools, irrigation systems, and soil management techniques is typically required. Attention to detail, physical stamina, and strong problem-solving skills help gardeners excel in maintaining healthy and attractive outdoor spaces. These competencies ensure the effective growth and care of plants, resulting in beautiful and sustainable gardens.

What is a summer garden job?

Summer Garden jobs typically involve working in gardens, parks, or landscaping projects during the summer months. These positions may include tasks such as planting, watering, weeding, mowing lawns, and maintaining flower beds or vegetable gardens. Summer Garden jobs are often seasonal and can be ideal for students or individuals looking for temporary outdoor work. They provide hands-on experience with plants and landscaping, and may be offered by public parks, private gardens, nurseries, or landscaping companies.
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Infographic showing various Summer Garden job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 32% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,434 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Garden Educator

Grimmway Schools

Shafter, CA โ€ข On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Garden Educator
Year-Round, Hourly
Reports to:
Lead ESY Educator
Position Summary:
The Garden Educator is involved in teaching garden classes and is responsible for maintaining a year-round productive and educational organic garden.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Maintains garden as stated in the garden handbook
  • Maintains garden at a level that ensures ample produce to the Kitchen classroom.
  • Under the direction of the Lead Garden Educator, facilitates small group rotations in all garden classes, guiding students through age appropriate activities on various garden skills such as propagation, harvesting, cultivation, composting, greenhouse production, and maintenance of the garden.
  • Provides feedback on the design of grade-appropriate garden activities
  • Assists with soil fertility, composting, garden planning, seed supply, pruning, irrigation, pest and disease management and small-scale chicken husbandry
  • Maintains garden records
  • Helps maintain garden equipment
  • Maintains communication with kitchen staff about garden production and available produce.
  • Assists in planning and executing events at fall, winter, and summer camps and seasonal events throughout the school year
  • Other related duties as assigned

All Garden Staff Will:
  • Support the Lead Garden instructor in all aspects of the daily lessons
  • Participate in ESY camps throughout the year including fall, winter, and summer camp
  • Maintain garden facilities, equipment and inventory including tool shed, chicken coop, greenhouse and all hand tools
  • Support as needed in the kitchen
  • Participate in all staff meetings, garden walk throughs, and professional development days

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Ability to work with elementary and middle school students in an educational environment
  • Ability to maintain order and safe working practices in a garden and kitchen setting with young students
  • Strong knowledge of the principles of gardening
  • Ability to interact positively and effectively with a variety of constituents including students, co-workers, parents, and teachers
  • Ability to work collaboratively

Education and Experience:
  • Gardening experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Background in agriculture, horticulture, liberal arts, education or related fields preferred

Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Ability to work safely in summer weather (100ยฐ +)
  • Ability to stand, stoop, reach, and bend
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to lift, push and/or pull objects (up to approximately 50 pounds)
  • Ability to read small print
  • Ability to work with and in the proximity of equipment with moving mechanical parts
  • Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding environment
  • Ability to smell, taste and feel to determine the quality of raw food products
  • Ability to work around loud noise