Education Programs Lead - Wildlife & Camps (Tuition Reimbursement)

Naples-Zoo; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Supplemental insurance plans

403B Retirement

Tuition Reimbursement

Zoo admission for employees

Discounts at parks

Employee discount at Zoo gift shop

Job summary

Naples Zoo is seeking an Education Specialist to support the Education Department with interpretive, formal and informal programming, including toddler programs, tours, school and group programs, camps and events. The role involves developing educational content, coordinating events, training volunteers, and ensuring safety while presenting Ambassador Animals.

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education or related field is required, and a passion for wildlife and conservation is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, biology, environmental studies or related field required. An equivalent combination of related education and one year of experience acceptable.
• Experience working in an interpretive educational setting with children and adults required.
• Experience creating educational age-appropriate content and/or curriculum required.
• Experience in customer service and interacting with diverse groups of people preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design educational curriculum; outlining goals and objectives with environmental and conservation standards.
• Coordinate and host on-site and off-site events, including fairs, festivals, fundraising, and partner events.
• Lead educational programming in the absence of part-time education staff.
• Train and oversee volunteer staff for programs and events with support from the Education Programs Supervisor.
• Hire and train part-time education staff in collaboration with the Education Programs Supervisor.

Skills

Wildlife enthusiasm

Outdoor work readiness

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Biology background

Environmental studies degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Naples Zoo is seeking an Education Specialist to support the Education Department with interpretive, formal and informal programming, including toddler programs, tours, school and group programs, camps and events. The role involves developing educational content, coordinating events, training volunteers, and ensuring safety while presenting Ambassador Animals.

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education or related field is required, and a passion for wildlife and conservation is