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Literacy Network recently installed two new perennial gardens! We are recruiting two Volunteer Gardeners to nurture and maintain the newly planted (Spring 2024) perennial borders.
A Sun Gardener to care for our west-facing garden along Park Street
A Shade Gardener to care for the north-facing garden in front of our building
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Nurture, tidy, and tend to your Literacy Network garden throughout the growing season (April - October). This includes but is not limited to:
Weeding
Deadheading and deadleafing perennials as needed
Watering newly planted perennials as needed during their period of establishment; monitoring rainfall
Mulching as needed
Making design updates and adjustments in collaboration with the Associate Director
Collaborating with the Volunteer Tree & Shrub Gardener as needed
Performing spring and fall clean-up tasks (cutting back, raking, etc.), balancing tidiness with best practices for wildlife and winter interest
Volunteer Requirements:
3+ years’ experience managing perennial borders (whether at home or somewhere else!)
Physical ability to lift and carry a hose, full watering can, large plants, etc.
Physical ability to kneel/squat to weed and deadhead/deadleaf
Reliable communication via phone and email
Professional, friendly demeanor
Positive regard for Literacy Network’s mission
Schedule: Volunteer Gardener will be required to work 1-3 hours/week between April 15-July 15 or July 15-October 15 (3- or 6-month commitment), with up to 4 shifts off. You can set your own schedule!
Factors to consider if you want access to our building or onsite staff:
Building hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30am-8pm; Saturday 9-11am for programming only
Associate Director available on site Monday through Wednesday 8:30am-5pm; by email/phone Thursday 8:30am-5pm and Friday 8:30am-1pm
Training: Volunteer Gardener training includes agency onboarding, initial garden tour with the Associate Director, and additional professional development as requested.
Literacy Network helps adults in Dane County build skills, reach goals, and connect communities.
Description
Literacy Network teaches reading, writing, communication, and computer skills to Dane County adults so they can achieve financial security, well-being, and deeper engagement with their families and the community. Here in Dane County, more than 55,000 adults struggle with low literacy. Adult literacy education leads to long-term improvements in the lives of students and their families. Literacy Network helps adults:
improve their job situation
communicate better with their children's schools
gain their U.S. citizenship
obtain their high school equivalency degree
take the next step to college and other certifications
learn the basic reading, writing, and English language skills that many of us take for granted
We offer free group classes and trained volunteer tutors at locations throughout the Madison area. Programs operate on a three semester schedule: spring, summer, and fall, and we recruit interns and tutors every semester. New volunteers receive position-specific training, in-service opportunities, and dedicated staff support.
CAUSE AREAS
Community
Education & Literacy
Environment
Community,
Education & Literacy,
Environment
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
701 Dane StMadison, WI53713
(43.042706,-89.39357)
DATE POSTED
June 24, 2024
SKILLS
Habitat Restoration
Agronomy
Botany
Gardening
Horticulture
GOOD FOR
People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
Must be at least 18
Orientation or Training
1-3 hours per week between April 15-July 15 or July 15-October 15 (3-month commitment)
