Educator Development Assistant

Calgary, AB; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to wildlife conservation as an Educator Development Assistant. This seasonal role offers a unique opportunity to enhance environmental literacy among educators while managing logistics for in-service training. You will coordinate travel, assist in planning content, and engage with community awareness initiatives. Experience a rewarding work environment surrounded by nature and wildlife, while contributing to impactful educational programs. If you are detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Discounts on food and merchandise

Participation in Staff Pass Benefit plan

Fun work environment with wildlife

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative experience required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel details for participants and staff.
• Maintain accurate expense tracking for the in-service.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Take the next step in your career by joining the team at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and grow your experience at one of the most unique sites in Calgary! The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is seeking aseasonal, full time Educator Development Assistant. The Educator Development Assistant is a highly motivated, detail oriented and enthusiastic position that contributes to the organization, delivery and evaluation of an annual educator in-service. The Assistant will oversee all the logistical details for participants, presenters and staff and ensure accurate expense tracking. This role supports a project aimed at improving environmental literacy among Canadians by integrating environmental education into educator training and professional development and involves some travel within Southern Alberta.

Our Purpose |We act for wildlife; saving species and inspiring people to join us.

Our Core Values |Drive impact, nurture connection, cultivate hope, and be bold.

Contract:

• Start Date: June 2025
• End Date: August 2025

What you will do:

• Coordinate and communicate travel details for participants, presenters and staff.
• Booking all amenities for a seven day in-service (ie vehicle rental, hotels, meals, etc).
• Maintain accurate expense tracking
• Assist with in-service content planning when possible, participating in collaborator meetings and post in-service follow ups.
• Assist with delivery of in-service at multiple venues.
• Assist with project communications and raising community awareness.

What you will bring:

• High School Diploma is required
• At least 2 years of administrative experience is required
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Keen attention to detail, ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Experience or interest in working with teachers/educators.

Working Conditions:

• Mobilize and conduct programming in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift light loads (up to 30 lbs), pull a wagon of resources around Zoo Grounds, set up and take down tables and chairs
• Some desk and computer work

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues.

What the Zoo Offers:

• Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise
• Participation in the Staff Pass Benefit plan
• A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals

Are you ready to join one of Canada’s leaders in wildlife conservation?If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you.

Apply by doing the following;

1. Watch this videoabout the conservation work being done at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J1VH1MBXm0)
2. Submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system.
3. Fill in the Application questions:
   • If hired, when would you be available to start?
   • What are your wage expectations?
   • Do you have a Class 5 Driver's License?

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

If this position is a fit for you, we encourage you to apply with a resume and cover letter online byMay 15, 2025 at 4pm MST.

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo strives tocultivate a workplacein whicheveryonefeels welcome and empowered to bring their authentic selvesto work. As a conservation organization,we respect and value the diversity of all lifeand come together as individuals and teammates to achieve the organization’s mission and vision. Werecognize thevalue of diversity, equity, and inclusion,and work to advance our culture to ensure diverse viewpoints are heard and everyone has an equitable chance to succeed and thrive.

All candidates are thanked for their applications and advised that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.