Aquarium Educator & Public Programs Specialist

North Carolina Aquariums; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Aquarium Fort Fisher seeks an Educator to develop and present audience-driven educational programs aligned with conservation messaging. The role involves onsite programs, outreach to local parks, schools, libraries, and occasional travel, using live animals and interactive tools.

Responsibilities include coordinating with interns and volunteers, collaborating with other departments, and ensuring engaging, standards-based experiences that inspire curiosity in visitors of all

Qualifications

• Experience developing, presenting, and evaluating effective public programs in a zoo, aquarium, nature center, museum, or similar setting.
• Certificate or proficiency in environmental education, science communication, or resource interpretation.
• Experience presenting live animals to diverse audiences.
• Experience transporting program materials to and from the primary worksite for programs.
• Experience planning and facilitating engaging programs for families and young children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate educational/interpretive programs using live animals, props, biofacts, and technology to support program goals.
• Evaluate programs for best practices and alignment with school standards and program outcomes.
• Assist with daily operations of the Education Department and some travel for off-site programs.
• Support Education interns, seasonal staff, and volunteers as needed.
• Collaborate with Education staff and other departments to coordinate logistics and promotion of programs.
• Maintain best practices of pedagogy and interpretation for conservation messaging.

Skills

Public programs experience

Environmental education knowledge

Live animals presentation

Interpreting programs

Family programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

The North Carolina Aquarium Fort Fisher seeks an Educator to develop and present audience-driven educational programs aligned with conservation messaging. The role involves onsite programs, outreach to local parks, schools, libraries, and occasional travel, using live animals and interactive tools.

Responsibilities include coordinating with interns and volunteers, collaborating with other departments, and ensuring engaging, standards-based experiences that inspire curiosity in visitors of all