Part-Time School & Community Educator - Zoo Programs

Toledo Zoo; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium seeks a part-time School and Community Programmer to support educational programming on site and off site. The role includes serving as primary facilitator, teaching, and developing curriculum for diverse audiences.

Experience leading classrooms or teaching in informal education settings is preferred. The position reports to the School and Community Program Coordinator and is non-exempt under the FLSA.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the fleet insurance carrier.
• College experience up to sophomore year preferred and experience leading classrooms or teaching in informal education settings.
• Background and experience in animal sciences, education, environmental or natural sciences a plus.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Pre-employment screening and background check are required.
• The Toledo Zoo is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

Responsibilities

• Teach on zoo grounds, at schools, and in community organizations.
• Write curriculum for program areas.
• Provide interpretive talks.
• Perform animal demonstrations.
• Create other relevant programming.

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Classroom management

Education

College experience up to sophomore year

Job description

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium seeks a part-time School and Community Programmer to support educational programming on site and off site. The role includes serving as primary facilitator, teaching, and developing curriculum for diverse audiences.

Experience leading classrooms or teaching in informal education settings is preferred. The position reports to the School and Community Program Coordinator and is non-exempt under the FLSA.