Educator

Lm Services Corporation Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. Louis Aquarium Foundation seeks an enthusiastic educator to join our team. You will teach K-12 classes, deliver outreach programs for all ages, run school break camps, and assist with special events, working alongside volunteers.

Responsibilities include leading engaging programs, handling ambassador animals, researching aquatic ecosystems, and supporting projects for ongoing education efforts with Senior Educator and Education Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, science or related field OR comparable experience.
• Experience teaching preferred.
• Animal handling experience preferred.
• Proficiency in computer software applications and able to utilize spreadsheets and create high-quality documents/presentations.
• Detail-oriented, with strong presentation and communication skills.
• Capable of being a role model for youth and facilitating a positive educational experience for all identities and abilities.
• Ability to adapt and maintain flexibility in changing environments.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively within a team.
• Passion for conservation and marine biology is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Teach K-12 classes and outreach programming for all ages.
• Lead special events and act as counselor for school break camps.
• Serve as primary teacher for programs across diverse groups and settings.
• Handle animals from the Ambassador Animal collection as part of education classes.
• Research aquatic animals and ecosystems to stay current with science.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Public speaking

Adaptability

Conservation passion

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The St. Louis Aquarium Foundation is the nonprofit partner to the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station. Our mission is to engage individuals through access, conservation, and education programs, building powerful communities for water stewardship. The education, volunteering, fundraising, and conservation programs are managed through the Aquarium Foundation. This includes managing conservation initiatives, developing and presenting STEM education programs, and our H2O Friends program, which provides free Aquarium admission to community partners and Title I schools.Reports to: Senior EducatorStatus: Full-time/Part-timeSchedule: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Monday-Friday typically; occasional Saturday programs; occasional Fri-Sat overnight programming with minimum 2-week noticePosition Summary:The St. Louis Aquarium Foundation is looking for an enthusiastic and upbeat educator to join our team. Responsibilities include teaching our K-12 classes, outreach programming for all ages, special events, and acting as a counselor for school break camps. This position may work alongside volunteers.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Act as primary teacher for programs, present engaging and interactive programs ranging from school groups, secondary, adults, family programs, laboratory and field classes, outreach programs, summer camps, and specialized classes for all identities and abilitiesHandle animals from our Ambassador Animal collection (includes snakes, reptiles, insects, and amphibians) as part of education classesEnsure all participants have a positive and educational experienceWork alongside and provide support for education volunteersResearch aquatic animals and ecosystems to ensure programs stay up to date with current scienceAssist the Senior Educator and Education Manager with other projects as requestedEducation & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in education, science, or related field OR comparable experienceExperience teaching preferredAnimal handling experience preferredCritical Skills Competencies:Proficient in computer software applications and able to utilize spreadsheets and create high-quality documents/presentationsDetail-oriented, with strong presentation and communication skillsCapable of being a role model for youth and facilitating a positive educational experience for all identities and abilitiesAbility to adapt and maintain flexibility in changing environmentsHelp maintain a positive work environment and work cooperatively and collaboratively within a teamPassion for conservation and marine biology is a plus!Working Conditions and Requirements of the Job:Requires periods of standing and walking, sometimes outdoors; lifting objects; as well as occasional periods of sitting and working on a computerRequires the ability to work effectively, comfortably and respectfully with all ages and a variety of backgrounds, races, and nationalitiesComfortable being trained on and using appropriate animal handling procedures per St. Louis Aquarium guidelinesMay include additional weekend day/events, and eveningsDue to our facility being open 365 days a year, this position may be required to work some holidaysThe St. Louis Aquarium and the St. Louis Aquarium Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), religion, marital or domestic partner status, age, physical, mental or medical disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, military service status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the state or federal law or local ordinance.Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in education, science or related field, with experience teaching preferredMinimum of one year experience working with youthAnimal handling experience preferredCritical Skills Competencies:Proficiency in a computer software applications and able to utilize spreadsheets and create high quality documents/presentationsDetail-oriented, with strong presentation and communication skillsCapable of being a role model for youth and facilitating a positive educational experience for allAbility to adapt and maintain flexibility in changing environmentsHelp maintain a positive work environment and work cooperatively and collaboratively within a teamPassion for conservation and marine biology is a plus!Working Conditions and Requirements of the Job:Requires occasional periods of standing and walking, sometimes outdoors; lifting objects; as well as periods of sitting and working on a computerRequires the ability to work effectively, comfortably and respectfully with all ages and a variety of backgrounds, races, and nationalitiesAbility to be comfortable being trained on and using appropriate animal handling procedures per St. Louis Aquarium guidelinesMay include additional weekend day/events, and eveningsDue to our facility being open 365 days a year, this position may be required to work some holidaysThe St. Louis Aquarium and the St. Louis Aquarium Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), religion, marital or domestic partner status, age, physical, mental or medical disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, military service status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the state or federal law or local ordinance.