Year-Round Employment Opportunities

Rate of pay: $17/hr

Essential Job Functions:

• Will be assigned primary responsibilities (registration, program development, delivery, and evaluation) for offsite programs, and will be cross trained to assist with delivery for other programs as needed.
• Creates and delivers interactive educational programs, on and off-site, using animal biofacts and robotics.
• Coordinates grant based literacy PreK program, Tadpole Academy. This includes delivery of programs, budgeting, grant reporting, evaluation, and scheduling with community partners.
• Coordinates virtual programming needs. This includes managing the CILC platform and studio equipment, writing, scheduling, and delivery of programs.
• Works with Conservation Education Manager to achieve established program goals, including program impact and revenue.
• Supports teammates in delivering assigned programs when needed, providing program plans and materials.
• Works with community partners and clients to ensure success of programming.
• Responsible for zoo to you vehicle, such as cleanliness, scheduling maintenance, and maintaining fuel level.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, zoology, biology, environmental science, or a related field.
• A minimum of one year’s experience working in an educational capacity in a school, zoo, aquarium, nature center or similar organization.
• Knowledge of NYS Learning Standards and the Common Core Learning Standards.
• Previous experience working with grades PK-2 and camp programs preferred.
• Previous knowledge in interactive virtual learning a plus.
• Excellent public speaking, organizational, record keeping and writing skills
• Ability to be self-directed, flexible, work as a team player, achieve established goals and maintain accurate records.
• Proficient with computer programs, including Microsoft Office.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License, reliable transportation and a registered and insured vehicle. Must be able to use personal vehicle for work purposes. NYS DMV Clearance.

To Apply: Please submit cover letter and resume via email to [email protected].