Adjunct Conservation Educator - Bronx Zoo, United States - Wildlife Conservation Society

Wildlife Conservation Society

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Bronx Zoo, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Job Description

Job Title:
Adjunct Conservation Educator

Location:
Bronx Zoo

Pay Rate:
$23 per hour

Schedule:
June 1- August 30, 2024

The Bronx Zoo Education Department is hiring an Adjunct Conservation Educator focused on summer camp. This is a seasonal job in the WCS Education Department. This is a unique opportunity to help coordinate a camp program at an informal science institution. You will report to work on-site at the zoo. This is not a remote work opportunity.

Working with Conservation Camp Counselors under your supervision, you will act as the lead instructor for camp, liaise with parents and staff, teach exciting science content, welcome campers with diverse interests, abilities, and backgrounds, and maintain a lively learning environment.

You will have the opportunity to learn about different teaching styles and methods, facilitate fun activities, and utilize restorative practices in group management.

You are creative, energetic, dependable, capable of taking initiative and enjoy working as part of a team.

You have experience leading fun activities with children, an enthusiasm for learning and an interest in wildlife and/or conservation science.

You are committed to instilling a love of learning and fostering a supportive environment for children from all walks of life.

WHO WE ARE
WCS saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature.

To achieve this, we harness the power of our Global Conservation Program in nearly 60 nations, in all the world's oceans, and our five wildlife parks in New York City - Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and New York Aquarium - visited by 4 million people annually.

We combine our expertise in the field, zoos, and aquarium to achieve our conservation mission.

The WCS Education Department works across our Zoos & Aquarium.

We inspire a diverse and inclusive movement of conservation advocates by sparking connections with animals and nature, improving scientific literacy through hands-on investigation, and engaging constituents in stewardship and action to conserve wildlife and wild places.

Responsibilities:

As an Adjunct Educator, you will:
Work on-site at the Bronx Zoo. This is not a remote work opportunity.

Follow and reinforce all health and safety protocols and procedures while implementing camp activities

Learn and teach summer camp programs that are fun and engaging.

During the regularly scheduled camp day you may assist with science experiments, art projects, games, and explorations in the summer camp programs as necessary

Supervise and interact with Conservation Camp Counselors, college interns, and volunteers when they are assisting with after-care programs

Supervise and interact with children ranging in age from 4-17 years-old

Maintain a fun and lively learning environment

Prepare and organize materials for programs as necessary

Attend regular, relevant staff meetings

Perform all related tasks and duties, as assigned

Comply with all policies and procedures as presented by WCS and the WCS Education Department

Qualification Requirements

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often s only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes YOU, then YOU are highly encouraged to apply.

18 years or older

High school diploma or equivalency

At least 2 years of experience working with children

Comfortable working outdoors in summer temperatures and all-weather conditions.

Camp or youth education experience

Teaching experience in formal or informal settings

Experience as a lead educator or supervising others

Must be available to begin working on position start date

Must be available to work Monday-Friday until position end date

WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT
We work in a fun environment, in a natural, park-like setting, surrounded by amazing wildlife.

We value team members and community partners from all backgrounds and cultures with different skills, abilities, and perspectives.

We ensure that everyone has an opportunity to fully contribute to our mission.

WCS is proud to be an equal opportunity employment workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work and learning environment and building a culture where everyone is welcomed and can flourish.

Salary Range

$23/HR