What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Educator_ Stone Zoo position at Zoo New England?
Description
The Part-Time Educator is responsible for presenting educational information to visitors at the Zoo’s exhibits, events, programs, tours, and interpretive centers. They also assist with animal encounters for summer programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Facilitate conversations and brief presentations for guests to help them learn about Zoo New England's animals, conservation efforts, and mission, and about how guests can help.
- Act as a goodwill guide by answering visitor questions.
- Provide excellent customer service and positive interactions with all Zoo guests and employees.
- Facilitate guest interactions with and exploration of biofacts, exhibits, and hands-on activities.
- Assist with education programs as needed, including member programs, events, tours, and camp.
- Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, interns, and also work independently on projects and presentations.
- Assume other duties as assigned by the Education Manager.
Minimum Job Requirements
- 18 years or older
- Available to work 28 hours per week (7 hours/day) including Saturday and/or Sunday
- Ability to address audiences of all ages
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to ZNE customers, clients, and employees
- Excellent oral presentation skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team
- A strong desire to deliver ZNE’s messages, mission, and goals to our visitors
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Willingness to spend long periods of time outdoors
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and walk over uneven terrain
- Must pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check
- Must agree to abide by all Zoo New England regulations concerning safety and conduct
Preferred Job Requirements
- Previous experience working with children
- Previous exhibit interpretation experience
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
- Preferred candidates are usually enrolled in, or have completed, an undergraduate program or studies in zoology, education, biology, or a related field, or they have related life experience
- Current CPR / First Aid certification
Hours, Location, and Term of Appointment
Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm or 9:00am-5:00pm, 4 days/week including Saturday and/or Sunday
Term: May/June – August/September
Zoo New England is an Equal Opportunity Employer by Choice.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Salary : $17
