Educator

SeaWorld • San Antonio, TX

23h • Onsite

About The Position

SeaWorld San Antonio is seeking an Educator in its Education Department to connect guests of all ages with marine life through presentations, interactive experiences, educational programs, and animal encounters. Educators inspire curiosity, share knowledge about animals, and encourage appreciation for wildlife and conservation. This hands-on role requires enthusiasm, adaptability, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.

Educators complete training on marine animals and must pass an animal-information comprehension assessment. They communicate detailed information in accessible ways, lead tours and school programs, facilitate interactive learning, and provide guest service throughout the park. The role also includes operating the sea lion feeder booth, preparing program materials, and collaborating with animal-care teams and other departments.

The position requires at least three full shifts per week, including at least one weekend day, and availability for a flexible schedule that may include holidays, early mornings, evenings, and special events. Work takes place outdoors year-round and involves extended standing and walking, frequent travel around the park, and lifting and carrying 30–40 pounds without assistance.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm for marine life, wildlife conservation, education, and guest engagement.
• Strong verbal communication skills and confidence speaking clearly and professionally to groups and over a microphone.
• Ability to quickly learn, retain, and accurately communicate a large volume of detailed information.
• Ability to complete required training and knowledge assessments successfully.
• Confidence and independence leading tours, school programs, and educational activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage guests of all ages.
• Dependability, flexibility, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team.
• Availability for at least three full shifts per week, including at least one weekend day each week.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include holidays, early mornings, evenings, and special events.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, and rain, in accordance with safety procedures.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently travel between locations across the park.
• Ability to lift and carry 30–40 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to perform physically active duties in a fast-paced theme park environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively amid varying background noise and guest activity.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in public speaking, teaching, interpretation, camp counseling, or leading educational groups; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and maintain extensive, accurate knowledge of marine animals, their behaviors, adaptations, habitats, and conservation.
• Complete required training and pass the animal-information comprehension assessment.
• Translate animal information into engaging, accessible messages for audiences of different ages and backgrounds.
• Deliver presentations using a microphone at animal habitats, pools, and exhibits.
• Engage audiences through storytelling, interactive discussions, and educational experiences; answer guest questions accurately and professionally.
• Independently lead guided tours, school field trip programs, and other educational experiences.
• Facilitate interactive learning activities and adapt teaching styles to different audiences.
• Assist with or lead camps, overnight sleepovers, and other special educational events as operational needs require.
• Supervise program participants and maintain a safe, organized, positive learning environment.
• Operate the sea lion feeder booth, including selling fish, processing transactions, and educating guests about sea lions and their care.
• Provide friendly, efficient, professional guest service throughout the park.
• Assist with program preparation, materials, equipment, and daily operational needs.
• Follow safety procedures, animal welfare guidelines, and company policies.
• Collaborate with educators, animal-care teams, and other park departments to support daily operations.
• Adapt assignments and responsibilities to operational needs.

Benefits

• Free park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food and merchandise
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways
• Fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed