On-Call Nature Educator — Camps, Evenings & Weekends

Careers Homepage; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Audubon Nature Institute is seeking an On-Call Educator to deliver engaging informal and interpretive programming for campers, families, students, and visitors at the Zoo, Aquarium & Insectarium and Nature Center.

The role supports supervision of youth, coordinating supplies, and assisting program coordinators. Work includes holidays, evenings, and select weekends as needed; a passion for education and collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or around children in educational settings.
• Flexible availability during holidays, evenings, and weekends.
• Experience delivering programs in formal or informal learning environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising campers and students ages 4-17.
• Working with and supporting teen volunteers ages 14-17.
• Preparing for, setting up, and delivering educational programs following established lesson plans.
• Providing guided facility tours to program participants.
• Following established departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with other Learning and Engagement staff members.
• Providing proactive, friendly communication and anticipating guest needs.
• Communicating issues to the Learning Supervisor or Program Manager on Duty.
• Cooperating with animal care team and respecting spaces and equipment.
• Providing program feedback and evaluations using established methods.

Skills

Experience with children

Flexible evenings/weekends

Learning environment experience

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Audubon Nature Institute is seeking an On-Call Educator to deliver engaging informal and interpretive programming for campers, families, students, and visitors at the Zoo, Aquarium & Insectarium and Nature Center.

The role supports supervision of youth, coordinating supplies, and assisting program coordinators. Work includes holidays, evenings, and select weekends as needed; a passion for education and collaboration is essential.