Teach a Program at the Garden

Ignite Curiosity. Inspire Learning. Share Your Passion.

At New England Botanic Garden, we believe the greatest classroom is nature itself–and we’re on the lookout for bold, creative educators ready to spark wonder, inspire connection, and bring ideas to life among the gardens. Whether your specialty is botanical arts, conservation, wellness, or seasonal workshops, your expertise can help us cultivate a thriving community lifelong learners. Teach with us–and transform the garden into a living stage for discovery, growth, and unforgettable experiences!

Those wishing to become instructors at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill (NEBG) should have experience in the subject matter they wish to instruct and/or should also have specific teaching or training experience in the subject matter. 

 Strategically our classes fall into the following categories and you will be asked to identify which category your class falls into: 

  • Speaker Series
  • Symposia & Conferences
  • Trips & Tours
  • Horticulture & Gardening
  • Conservation & Nature ID
  • Health & Wellness
  • Botanical Arts
    • Botanical Illustration
    • Photography
    • Floral Design
  • Food & Drink
  • Seasonal Topics

To be considered as a contract instructor, please complete and submit the course proposal form below. Proposals are reviewed on a rolling basis, and if your submission aligns with our programming needs, we will reach out to discuss next steps.

Please note that NEBG engages instructors on a 1099 basis and does not constitute employment. 

If selected for consideration, you may be asked to provide a detailed course outline, meet with a member of our Education Team, and undergo a CORI check. Your course outline should include readings, topics, required supplies, materials budget, and any planned exercises or activities. 

Please note that instructors are responsible for providing their own equipment and materials. Programs may be held indoors or outdoors at the discretion of NEBG, and location details may change based on programming needs. 

Opportunities are limited, and we receive more proposals than we can accommodate. Submission of this form does not guarantee acceptance or a contract position. Only selected proposals that best fit our needs will be contacted. At this time, we are not hiring instructors for yoga, tai chi, or sound bath experiences.  

Thank you for your interest in teaching at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. 

Propose a program at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill!

For Current and New Instructors/Speakers, please click here for resources.

Main Adult Education Webpage
The Adult Education landing page can be found at nebg.org/adult-education  

NEBG Publications and Newsletters 
An online archive of programs offered by NEBG which includes digital copies of the “Events & Programs” course bulletins and “Grow with Us” magazines.