Educator - Part Time; Seasonal

Join our team of educators in this unique outdoor learning environment! We are looking for a part-time, seasonal, hourly, non-exempt educator to promote the Zoo and its mission through implementing various educational programs.

Part-Time, seasonal, Hourly, Non-Exempt. Compensation: $18.00 per hour.

• Applicant must be minimum 18 years of age.
• At this time, the Zoo does not sponsor employment or internship visas.

Seasonal position, Up to 16-40 hours/work week during school breaks, vary during school year.

• Seasonal Camps (school breaks)
• School Year:
  Outdoor Ed, Safari Overnights, Experience Team, After School Program

An Educator promotes the Zoo and its mission through implementing the Zoo Safari program, Zoo Camp, Home School programs, presenting educational activities at on-site and off-site events, and presenting a variety of educational programs for school groups.

• Presents educational programs for Safari guests focused on the environment, animals, conservation, and zoos in a fun, creative and hands-on manner.
• Interacts constantly with Zoo Safari guests and staff to create a rewarding experience.
• Sets up for Zoo Safari program.
• Ensures proper and timely cleanup of the areas used for Zoo Safari.
• Maintains a professional appearance and attitude at all times as a representative of the Zoo.

• Other duties as assigned to maintain efficient and quality zoo operations.
• Greets every guest with a smile.
• Thanks guests for supporting and visiting the Zoo.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Minimum 2 years of college coursework in life sciences, zoology, education or environmental sciences or equivalent experience preferred.
• BA in Education, Environmental Studies, Life Sciences, Zoology, or Biology preferred, but not required.

• Prefer experience in an environmental education setting.
• Successful completion of a Department of Justice background check.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

• Basic knowledge of biology and zoology preferred.
• Ability to organize, plan, collaborate and implement educational presentations.
• Skilled in improvisation.
• Energetic and engaging personality.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally and 10 or fewer pounds frequently.
• Ability to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly push, pull or otherwise move objects.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.