Education Program Aide - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance•Escondido, CA

2d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Education Program Aide provides program-level support in collaboration with other team members to facilitate the learning of diverse program audiences. Program Aides report to the Education Experience Supervisor.

Requirements

Interest in working with children, required.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
California Driver License Required

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching children (K-12) in an informal or formal educational setting.
Ability to engage and interact with groups varying in size.
Ability to learn and implement life science curriculum content for audiences of all ages.
Prior experience in educational, zoo/aquarium/museum or informal learning setting, preferred.
Prior experience working with children, preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with team members, uses inclusive practices, and provides one-one-one guidance to support program participants toward achieving program objectives.
Provides operational support for the Education and Premium Experience programs, including but not limited to scanning program tickets, facilitating program check-in and transporting guests.
Operates organization vehicles on and off Zoo grounds, including electric golf carts, cars and SUVs.
Prepares and maintains program materials.
Operates program technology, including but not limited to audio/visual equipment, two-way radios, computers, walking tour listening devices, and ticket scanners.
Participates in monitoring and evaluation of programs by supporting implementation of essential program components and measurement tools, collecting data, and providing feedback for program refinement.
Contribute to a culture of feedback by providing and receiving constructive feedback to support performance improvement.