Educator, Outdoor ​/ Nature

Description

The Gulf Breeze Zoo is seeking enthusiastic and engaging individuals to join the Education team as a Full‑time Educator. Educators play a key role in connecting guests with wildlife through interactive programs, animal encounters, and interpretive experiences. Daily tasks include delivering educational presentations and supporting guest engagement throughout the zoo.

• Present educational programs, keeper talks, and interactive demonstrations to guests of all ages in a clear, engaging, and professional manner.
• Handle ambassador animals safely and confidently during presentations, following all established protocols.
• Engage with guests throughout the zoo to answer questions, provide information, and promote conservation awareness.
• Facilitate safe, engaging, and educational animal encounters that promote conservation awareness and inspire guests to connect with wildlife.
• Ensure the well‑being of animals and visitors during encounters by following established safety protocols, handling guidelines, and interpretive best practices.
• Ensure all education areas and presentation spaces are clean, organized, and well‑maintained.
• Assist with the training of new staff, interns, and volunteers within the education department.

• A bachelor’s degree in education, biology, zoology, environmental science or a related field is strongly desired.
• Preferred applicants will have a background in environmental education, public speaking or working with ambassador animals.

• Must be comfortable with public speaking and engaging with large groups of guests.
• Must be able to complete daily tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision once trained.
• Must be physically active, able to lift 50 pounds comfortably and work in all types of weather conditions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a non‑smoking/vaping work environment.
• Weekends, holidays and special events are required.

The Gulf Breeze Zoo is a Drug‑Free and Smoke‑Free work environment. Competitive salary, insurance including vision and dental coverage, paid sick/vacation time and 401(k) options available.

Gulf Breeze, FL 32563:
Relocate before starting work (Required)

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for two references to the Gulf Breeze Zoo Assistant Park Director.