Zoo Education Programs Lead — Curriculum & Camps

The Buffalo Zoo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

403B retirement plan

Paid time off

Sick time

Job summary

The Buffalo Zoo is seeking a full-time Education Program Specialist who will design, develop, administer, facilitate, and evaluate education curriculum for diverse audiences inside the Zoo and in the community to support conservation and education missions.

This role oversees flagship programs like Camps and Life Science Career Lab, ensuring curricula meet New York standards and align with the Zoo's strategic education plans, with a focus on hands-on learning and youth engagement.

Qualifications

• College degree required in zoo-related science and/or education.
• 6+ months teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in curriculum writing and program development is essential.
• Ability to engage a wide range of audiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate educational content for Zoo programs for audiences of all ages in a variety of on- and offsite settings.
• Coordinate and oversee Camps (as outlined), Life Science Career Lab (as outlined), early childhood programs, and homeschool programs.
• Update and evaluate curricula annually, ensuring alignment with NY State standards and Zoo education plans.

Skills

Writing

Organization

Communication

Grant writing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in zoo-related science and/or education

Associates degree and equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Buffalo Zoo is seeking a full-time Education Program Specialist who will design, develop, administer, facilitate, and evaluate education curriculum for diverse audiences inside the Zoo and in the community to support conservation and education missions.

This role oversees flagship programs like Camps and Life Science Career Lab, ensuring curricula meet New York standards and align with the Zoo's strategic education plans, with a focus on hands-on learning and youth engagement.