Education & Conservation Programs Specialist

Buttonwood Park Zoological Society; New Bedford (MA); Presencial; USD 20.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Buttonwood Park Zoo seeks an Education Specialist to develop and deliver school and community education programs that promote wildlife conservation and empathy for animals. The role focuses on managing Animal Ambassador encounters and leading Conservation Awareness Days, with responsibilities across scheduling, materials, and community partnerships.

The position requires travel for programming, weekend/evening availability, and collaboration with Education staff.

Formación

• Ability to work with the public and communicate with all age groups.
• Strong commitment to quality education in the zoo context.
• Knowledge of wildlife, ecology, and conservation; comfortable around animals.
• Experience with teaching in informal or formal settings; zoos and related needs understood.

Responsabilidades

• Present programs, tours, and Animal Ambassador encounters for a variety of groups on-site, off-site, or virtually.
• Develop, create, and evaluate educational programs, materials, and curricula.
• Maintain schedules for Conservation Awareness Days; coordinate events as Day Of lead.
• Train and support Education Docents; contribute to education department projects.
• Produce educational content for the Zoo’s social media and communications.

Conocimientos

Public interaction

Event coordination

Teaching/education experience

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Education/Animal/Environmental science

Herramientas

Canva

MS Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

Buttonwood Park Zoo seeks an Education Specialist to develop and deliver school and community education programs that promote wildlife conservation and empathy for animals. The role focuses on managing Animal Ambassador encounters and leading Conservation Awareness Days, with responsibilities across scheduling, materials, and community partnerships.

The position requires travel for programming, weekend/evening availability, and collaboration with Education staff.