Wildlife Educator

Job Summary

Applicant must have a car. A cover letter is required for consideration for this position. Please indicate in your cover letter why you are the best person for this position introducing young children to live animals in a classroom setting.

The Nature Company is seeking a Wildlife Educator to provide live animal programs to Pre-K and Kindergarten students in NYC. Applicant must have experience in educating young children and animal handling. Applicant must have a car and a valid driver's license. Immediate hire.

The ideal candidate is great at educating young children (Ages 3, 4, 5), enthusiastic, energetic, knowledgeable in basic zoology, and a dynamic animal presenter. The ability to engage a group of children for a one hour science lesson utilizing live animals is essential.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume, cover letter, and three (3) references. No phone calls please. Only Indeed applications will be considered. Applications without cover letter will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $24.00 /hour

Responsibilities and Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teach live animal lessons to elementary-aged students in NYC

Demonstrate live animals including reptiles, invertebrates, mammals, and birds

Animal care and maintenance including cleaning animal enclosures and training live animals

Driving to all 5 boroughs, Westchester, and Long Island to conduct lessons

Create hands-on science activities for inclusion in animal workshops

Flexibility to work long hours

Qualifications and Skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BA in Education or Biological Sciences

1 year experience teaching elementary-aged students

Experience in animal care and management

Completion of criminal history background check

Must have a valid driver's license

SKILLS

Ability to engage a group of children for a one hour science lesson

Ability to demonstrate and handle small animals including snakes, insects, lizards

Knowledge of early elementary school level biology and environmental science

Understanding of classroom management

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Brooklyn, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations