What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educator position at Southern Tier Zoological Society Inc.?

The Educator works under the direction of the Education and Conservation Program Manager and is responsible for facilitating education programs on- and off-site. This position focuses on providing inspiring educational programming that builds empathy and gives participants the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to advocate effectively for wildlife and wild places.

The Educator will typically work 25 hours per week, including at least one weekend day. The Educator’s schedule will vary seasonally based on the department's needs. Part-time Educators will work year-round, while individuals hired as Seasonal Educators are employed from mid-June through the end of August.

Essential Duties

Deliver a conservation-based curriculum as approved by the Education and Conservation Program Manager, which is science-based, interactive, accommodating of varied learning styles, and tailored to the needs of participants.
Facilitate and lead activities for onsite programs such as guided tours, Wild Science, animal spotlights, summer camps, and conservation weekends.
Facilitate and lead activities for offsite programs, including Zoo Mobiles.
Create a fun and safe learning environment for program attendees
Support Docents, interns, and other volunteers in facilitating activities
Keep the program storage spaces clean, organized, and stocked for the program's needs
Ensure the Education Center is clean and free of hazards and submit work orders as needed to the Facilities Department
Ensure the Zoo Mobiles are clean and free of hazards and submit work orders as needed to the Facilities Department
Assist with special events and other tasks as needed

General Requirements

Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule, including weekends and evening hours.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds and regularly walk along the zoo paths, which includes a loop of just over 1 mile with occasional steep grades.

Must be able to perform basic mathematics.

Must submit to and pass a background check, including possessing a valid Driver’s License with a driving record acceptable to the zoo’s insurance carrier and having reliable transportation.

Must present a neat and professional appearance.

Responsible for following policies and procedures outlined in Southern Tier Zoological Society’s employee manual.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and a firm command of the English language.

Must be comfortable interacting and communicating in one-on-one and large group situations, including over the phone, through email, and in person.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and Sheets and learn new software used by the zoo, such as Neon.

Carries out duties and responsibilities safely and efficiently to maintain a safe work environment. Responds to hazardous situations and / or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in biology, education, environmental science, zoology, or related field

Prior experience delivering educational programming to diverse audiences

Knowledge of universal design for learning principles

Knowledge of animals, wildlife, ecology, biology, sustainability and environmental issues

Familiarity with and application of concepts of intersectional environmentalism

First Aid and / or CPR training

Multilingual

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