Camps Instructor

Are you interested in inspiring children to make conservation a priority in their lives by making connections with animals and nature at a zoo? Woodland park zoo is hiring 40 full-time seasonal camps instructors ($20/hr). This position is responsible for the presentation of programs, experiences, and activities for the zoo’s camp programs for youths. This is a seasonal position that will start in May and end at the end of August. 
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Facilitate and present engaging age appropriate curriculum to camp participants.
• Provide supervision and behavior management for campers. 
• Plan and execute daily transitional activities, including songs and games.
• Facilitate reflection activities to ensure processing of curriculum content.
• Provide feedback on curriculum, programs, and activities.
• Respond to the needs of campers throughout the day.
• Provide crowd control, group management, and basic customer service.
• Maintain an environment aimed at the safety and well-being of camp participants following all safety protocols. 
• Attend training sessions and scheduled meetings as needed. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) or more years of combined education and experience in early childhood, natural science, or environmental education.
• Experience presenting thematically based interpretive programs or classes to audiences of all ages.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with high energy and creative problem-solving skills.
• Customer service experience. 
• Ability to present creative, mission-driven programming.
• Possess general knowledge of zoology, ecology, and conservation.
• Ability to work a non-standard/flexible schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Flexibility in dealing with program delivery and changes in deadlines and operation protocol.
• Ability to work independently as well as within diverse teams and environments, while treating everyone with respect.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, and to complete online timesheets. 
• Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to express self clearly and effectively, and ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity.
• Ability to employ best practices associated with position, with an approach to accuracy, while displaying an on-going commitment to learning and self-improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

How to apply:

Please apply at www.zoo.org/jobs