Part-Time Educator

Description
The Part-Time Educator is responsible for presenting educational information to visitors at the Zoos animal habitats, events, programs, animal experiences, and interpretive Discovery Stations. They also assist with animal encounters for summer programs.

Duties & 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.
Facilitate guest interactions through regularly scheduled chats, as well as facilitate hands-on activities and biofact exploration as part of Discovery Stations.
Assist with education programs as needed, including events, animal experiences, and summer camp.
Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, interns, and also work independently on projects and presentations.
Assume other duties as assigned by the Education Manager.

Minimum Job 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 ZNEs 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

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

Hours, Location, and Term of Appointment
Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm or 9:00am-4:30pm, 4 days/week including Saturday and/or Sunday
Location: Stone Zoo
Term: April-October
Salary: $17.25/hr