

Independent contractor sought to teach two therapeutic horticulture sessions per semester to students at the Stroke and Disability Learning Center. The instructor will design and deliver hands-on curriculum that accommodates varying physical abilities while promoting motor skill development, cognitive and social engagement, and emotional well-being through horticultural therapy practices. Candidates ideally have experience in horticulture and have passed an introductory course in horticultural therapy from an AHTA accredited program.
Please send resume and cover letter to Trish at horticulturaltherapysc@gmail.com
Our mission is to facilitate the human-plant connection for nurturance, growth and restoration of the physical body and soul.
Horticultural Therapy Santa Cruz believes in providing Horticultural Therapy/Therapeutic Horticulture programming to empower individuals to achieve their cognitive, emotional, social and physical goals. We aim to be a catalyst for personal and positive growth through purposeful gardening and horticultural activities.
Horticultural Therapists
•Use plants & horticultural activities to help individuals/groups attain goals
•Reach cognitive, emotional, physical and social goals
•May work with other professionals (OT, LCSW, CTRS, etc.)
•Follow guidelines set forth by AHTA
