Educator, Summer Seasonal

overview

at seaworld, we’re passionate about caring for animals. We’ve rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We’re seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard‑working individuals to become our ambassadors.

• enthusiastically represent the park by displaying a positive attitude, high energy level, and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.
• help educate park guests, school groups, camp participants, and private groups about animal conservation.
• demonstrate high‑quality guest service skills and represent animal programs effectively while creating reservations for in‑park animal programs.
• demonstrate flexible group leadership and deliver high‑profile animal programs.
• maintain and enforce the safety of guests and animal exhibits throughout the park.
• conduct informative, fact‑based animal presentations and interact with guests of all ages.
• conduct guided tours for public guests and private groups, including vip tours and pr groups.
• teach education programs, including field trips, camps, sleepovers, and group camps.
• assist guests with sales of animal programs, both in‑park and off‑site, and support skype and outreach programming.
• conduct teacher workshops.
• represent the department and market education programs at in‑park and off‑site events.
• monitor guest and animal safety.
• fulfill the primary responsibilities of all preceding job descriptions and perform other duties as assigned.

• at least 18 years old.
• high school diploma or equivalent required; education in recreation, early childhood development, biology, zoology, or related college coursework preferred.
• 3 months of coaching, teaching, or camp counselor experience.
• prior experience working with children.
• valid state driver’s license.
• strong verbal communication skills and enthusiasm for the environment.
• high‑quality guest service skills and ability to speak knowledgeably about park programs.
• ability to engage, motivate, and interact with children and adults.
• proficiency in talking on a microphone to large crowds.
• ability to complete all legal, company, and department training requirements, including tests and certifications within established timelines.
• comfortable with evaluation and feedback.
• quick response to safety issues and adherence to safe working habits.
• availability to work varying shifts/hours based on business need, including opening, mid‑ and closing shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• ability to maintain composure and objectivity with guests.
• follow all park and departmental policies and procedures.
• ability to stand and walk for an entire shift.
• ability to lift, push, and pull 25 pounds.
• ability to work in all weather conditions, indoors and outdoors, with or without a/c.
• willingness to comply with all sea grooming guidelines and employment standards.
• multilingual ability is a plus.
• cash handling experience preferred.

• free park admission.
• discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends.
• discounts on food, merchandise, and other park items.
• scholarship opportunities.
• exclusive employee events and giveaways.

seaworld parks & entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability or covered veteran status.