Habitat Hero Zoo Educator

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HABITAT HERO ZOO EDUCATOR AT JBZ

The Habitat Hero Zoo Educator will coordinate the facilitation of the new 9-month Habitat Hero school program. Leading a combination of on-site and off-site programs to at least 20 urban school classrooms. The curriculum primarily focuses on conservation action around native pollinator species like butterflies and songbirds. The Habitat Hero educator will work closely with classroom teachers and the Zoo education team to refine curriculum and evaluate the impact of this new program. In addition to this work they may also help facilitate other STEM programming at the zoo throughout the school year and serve as a lead zoo camp teacher throughout the summer. 

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A HABITAT HERO ZOO EDUCATOR AT JBZ

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Zoology, Biology, Botany, Ecology, Environmental Science, Science Education or closely related field. 
• Experience in interpretation, classroom teaching, educational outreach experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Teaching certification preferred
• Affinity for the mission and values of John Ball Zoo
• High level of computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, and Excel 
• Valid drivers license required
• Ability to interact positively and objectively with co-workers, education program participants, volunteers, and members of the general public from a wide range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and with widely divergent levels of educational attainment and social skills.
• General understanding of Michigan State Education Standards, including but not limited to science, and English language arts
• Required to work evenings and weekends regularly as required per the operating calendar and program schedules

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online using this link: https://jobapply.page.link/cSc9Z