| TITLE |
Summer Camp Instructor for Zoo U |
| EOE STATEMENT | We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. |
| CATEGORY | Education |
| REPORTS TO | Associate Director, Education Business & Operations |
| EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT | Non-Exempt |
| PAY RATE | $13.13 per hour |
| FULL-TIME/PART-TIME | Temporary |
| ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION | Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, award-winning Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle is famed for pioneering naturalistic exhibits and setting a standard for zoos all over the world. The zoo is helping to save endangered species in Washington State and around the world. By inspiring visitors and others to learn, care and act, Woodland Park Zoo is making a difference in our planet’s future. |
| DESCRIPTION | This is your opportunity to join the dynamic Education team at Woodland Park Zoo. Applications are now being accepted for Summer Camp Instructor for Zoo University (Zoo U) in the Child & Family Programs department. There are multiple part-time, temporary, non-benefited positions to be filled at this time.
Zoo U Camp instructors utilize two pre-determined curricula to teach, zoology, biology and environmental education concepts and connect children with nature. Instructors are part of a dynamic team including instructors, assistants and volunteers. Instructors are responsible for educating and instructing children in order to promote awareness, respect and caring for wildlife and conservation. Each week Instructors lead a team in teaching 12-14 children ages 10-14 years old. The ability to work all dates and times listed below is required for this position:
SUMMARY Present engaging programs, experiences and activities to program participants, on and/or off zoo grounds. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE A minimum of two years of combined education and experience in natural science or environmental education presenting thematically-based interpretive programs and/or classes to audiences of all age levels. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES Non required. First Aid and CPR preferred. COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient and experienced with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Must be able to work with customized databases and technology, and conduct internet research. CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS Must be enthusiastic and customer service oriented and deal with clients in a courteous and professional manner. Enjoy working with the public including diverse populations and people of all ages. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while handling, lifting, and storing program supplies, kits, and bulk food supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl while setting up displays, transporting animals, class props and materials. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS Applications are only accepted online through our Jobs page at www.zoo.org; no other forms of application will be accepted. Cover letter, resume and a list of references are REQUIRED when applying for this position. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Please note: If you are interested in being considered for multiple camps positions, please apply for each one separately. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled — apply now! Woodland Park Zoo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression. |