Wildlife Education Facilitator — Schools & Community Programs

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is seeking a School & Community Engagement Educator to deliver engaging education programs for schools and community groups. This role focuses on developing curriculum and supporting materials while ensuring safety and inclusive learning.

You will facilitate on-site and off-site programs, adapt content to diverse audiences, and contribute to ZooED curricula and program evaluation. Some weekend or evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Course work in education or biological sciences preferred.
• 1 year of teaching or educational experience desired.
• Zoo, aquarium, or museum experience desired.
• Strong presentation and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-site and off-site educational programs for diverse audiences.
• Facilitate and adapt programs for varied ages and abilities.
• Develop and modify curriculum and supporting materials.
• Curate resources like books, biofacts, videos to meet learning goals.
• Help manage program spaces and inventory; assist with mission and plans.

Skills

Teaching/education

Public speaking

Classroom management

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Education/biological sciences coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is seeking a School & Community Engagement Educator to deliver engaging education programs for schools and community groups. This role focuses on developing curriculum and supporting materials while ensuring safety and inclusive learning.

You will facilitate on-site and off-site programs, adapt content to diverse audiences, and contribute to ZooED curricula and program evaluation. Some weekend or evening hours may be required.