Part Time Educator

Zoo New England • Boston, MA

1d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Educator is responsible fo r presenting educational info rmation to visitors at the Zoo’s animal habitats , events, programs , animal experiences , and interpretive Discovery Stations . They also assis t with animal e ncounters for summer program s.

Requirements

• 18 years or older
• Available to work 28 hours per week ( 7 hours/day) including Saturday and /or Sunday
• Ability to address groups of all ages and aptitudes
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to ZNE customers, clients, and employees
• Excellent oral presentation skills
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team; ability to work well with Zoo staff and project partners
• A strong desire to deliver ZNE’s messages, mission, and goals to our visitors
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Willingness to spend long periods of time outdoors
• Ability to navigate over uneven terrain in all weather.
• Must pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check
• Must agree to abide by all Zoo New England regulations concerning safety and conduct

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children
• Previous exhibit interpretation experience
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
• Preferred candidates are usually enrolled in an undergraduate program or studies in zoology, education, biology, or a related field, or they have related life experience
• Current CPR / First Aid certification

Responsibilities

• Facilitate conversations and brief presentations for guests to help them learn about Zoo New England's animals, conservation efforts, and mission, and about how guests can help
• Act as a goodwill guide by answering visitor questions
• Provide excellent customer service and positive interactions with all Zoo guests and employees
• F acilitate guest interactions through regularly scheduled chats, as well as facilitate hands-on activities and biofact exploration as part of Di scovery Stations.
• Assist with education programs as needed , including events, animal experiences, and summer cam p
• Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, interns, and also work independently on projects and presentations.
• Assume other duties as assigned by the Education Manager

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed