Educator - Part Time (Seasonal)

Santa Barbara Zoo; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

A local community zoo is seeking a part-time, seasonal educator to implement educational programs and promote its mission. The role involves presenting engaging educational activities and interacting with guests. Candidates should have a background in life sciences, education, or experience in environmental education. The position requires First Aid and CPR certification, and tasks include setting up and maintaining cleanliness during programs.

Qualifications

• Prefer experience in an environmental education setting.
• Successful completion of a Department of Justice background check.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Presents educational programs for guests focused on animals and conservation.
• Interacts with guests to create a rewarding experience.
• Sets up for Zoo Safari programs and ensures cleanliness.

Skills

Basic knowledge of biology and zoology

Ability to organize and plan educational presentations

Energetic and engaging personality

Education

Minimum 2 years of college coursework in relevant fields

BA in Education, Environmental Studies, or similar preferred

Job description

Join our team of educators in this unique outdoor learning environment! We are looking for a part-time, seasonal, hourly, non-exempt educator to promote the Zoo and its mission through implementing various educational programs.

Position Status:

Part-Time, seasonal, Hourly, Non-Exempt. Compensation: $18.00 per hour.

Requirements:

• Applicant must be minimum 18 years of age.
• At this time, the Zoo does not sponsor employment or internship visas.

Schedule:

Seasonal position, Up to 16-40 hours/work week during school breaks, vary during school year.

Open Position Schedules:

• Seasonal Camps (school breaks)
• School Year: Outdoor Ed, Safari Overnights, Experience Team, After School Program

Job Description:

An Educator promotes the Zoo and its mission through implementing the Zoo Safari program, Zoo Camp, Home School programs, presenting educational activities at on-site and off-site events, and presenting a variety of educational programs for school groups.

Essential Duties:

• Presents educational programs for Safari guests focused on the environment, animals, conservation, and zoos in a fun, creative and hands-on manner.
• Interacts constantly with Zoo Safari guests and staff to create a rewarding experience.
• Sets up for Zoo Safari program.
• Ensures proper and timely cleanup of the areas used for Zoo Safari.
• Maintains a professional appearance and attitude at all times as a representative of the Zoo.

Secondary Duties:

• Other duties as assigned to maintain efficient and quality zoo operations.
• Greets every guest with a smile.
• Thanks guests for supporting and visiting the Zoo.

Position Criteria:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of college coursework in life sciences, zoology, education or environmental sciences or equivalent experience preferred.
• BA in Education, Environmental Studies, Life Sciences, Zoology, or Biology preferred, but not required.

License, Certification, or Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer experience in an environmental education setting.
• Successful completion of a Department of Justice background check.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of biology and zoology preferred.
• Ability to organize, plan, collaborate and implement educational presentations.
• Skilled in improvisation.
• Energetic and engaging personality.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally and 10 or fewer pounds frequently.
• Ability to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly push, pull or otherwise move objects.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.