Zoo Education Instructor I - Night & Day Camps

Phoenix Zoo | Arizona Center for Nature Conservation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Zoo in Phoenix, AZ, invites applications for an Instructor I in the Learning and Engagement department. This role educates diverse groups through camps, presentations, and curriculum-based activities, with opportunities to handle ambassador animals during camp programs.

The position requires availability for night camps, summer camps, and school-holiday weeks, plus mandatory meetings and trainings. Prior experience with children in educational settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (from requirements).
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills (preferred).
• Ability to work flexible schedule including overnights, evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Interest in learning, understanding, and communicating science and conservation messages.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality guest service to all Zoo guests by maintaining a WILD (friendly, helpful, positive, and professional) attitude and appearance.
• Present and facilitate scheduled programs about the natural world utilizing animals, plants, media or props.
• Follow an established curriculum and schedule to provide high-quality guest experiences for audiences of all ages.
• Serve food to program guests in camps.
• Attend scheduled meetings and trainings for department members.
• Check e-mail at least once a week and respond timely.
• As an optional responsibility, certify on presentation protocol for Level I animal handling.
• Assist program supervisors and the Learning and Engagement Manager in development of education programs.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Adaptability

Job description

Phoenix Zoo in Phoenix, AZ, invites applications for an Instructor I in the Learning and Engagement department. This role educates diverse groups through camps, presentations, and curriculum-based activities, with opportunities to handle ambassador animals during camp programs.

The position requires availability for night camps, summer camps, and school-holiday weeks, plus mandatory meetings and trainings. Prior experience with children in educational settings is preferred.