What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zoo Educator - Camp (Seasonal) position at Memphis Zoological Society?
Summary:
The Seasonal Zoo Camp Educator is a seasonal position responsible for the delivery of daily instruction, camper engagement, parent communication, overall experience, safety, and security of education program participants throughout the season. Through games, crafts, Zoo visits and more, the Camp Educator cares for and supports youth in our programs as we help connect them with wildlife and wild places. This position works cooperatively with Education staff, other Zoo team members, volunteers, and interns throughout the camp season.
Essential Job Functions:
- Directly responsible for content of activities, experiences, and supervision of Education Program Participants throughout the camp day.
- Provides an entertaining, safe, engaging environment for participants.
- Responsible for organization and presentation of classroom teaching spaces and materials.
- Assist with the research and development of themed educational programs.
- Communicates regularly and effectively with students, parents, and Zoo staff.
- Work effectively as part of the Zoo Education Team, with staff, volunteers, and interns.
- Communicate with others immediately when responding to an incident or an emergency.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2 years of relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to do the job.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Have or working towards a secondary degree or postgraduate in education.
- Previous experience in working in professional childcare, educational, entertainment or hospitality organization.
Competencies:
- Guest Focus.
- Oral & Written Communication.
- Teamwork Orientation.
- Stress Management/Composure.
- Multi-task Oriented.
- Time Management.
- Problem Solving Skills.
Supervisory Responsibility: None.
Reporting Structure: Reports to the Education Manager.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Seasonal positions are defined as temporary work to meet an organization’s temporary needs during certain times of the year and can last up to 6 months. This position can be scheduled to work approximately up to 40 hours per week. Hours may vary, and flexibility in work schedule is required to fulfill Zoo Camp program needs including daytime, weekend, and evenings.
Work Environment: This role will interact with large groups of children and adults in a classroom environment and on zoo grounds near animal ambassadors. When outdoors this position is required to work in various weather conditions including rain, humidity, and extreme heat or cold. This position has extensive interaction with large groups of children and adults.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be capable of moving across zoo grounds, or remaining stationary for long periods of time. Must be capable of transporting supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Other Requirements:
- 18 years or older.
- Clear drug screening.
- Clear background check.
Benefits & Perks
The Memphis Zoo has a comprehensive benefits and employee perks package. Please see our page for details.
EEOC and Inclusion Statement:
The Memphis Zoo believes that human diversity is as important as the biodiversity we seek to conserve. World-class zoos are comprised of world-class team members representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply.
The Memphis Zoo is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. If you need to request any accommodations for the interview or hiring process, please let the Human Resources team (HR) know. HR can be contacted at hrteam@memphiszoo.org.
The Memphis Zoo participates in E-Verify and is an EEO/ADA/Veteran employer.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening. Memphis Zoo is a drug-free workplace.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
How to Apply:
Applications should be submitted via the Memphis Zoo Careers page. Please note that any other application submissions will not be considered. www.memphiszoo.org/careers.