What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educator position at City of Oklahoma City?
Bring learning to life! As a Program Educator, you’ll spark curiosity and inspire students of all ages with hands-on lessons about wildlife, conservation, and the natural world—all while supporting the Zoo’s mission to connect people with nature in fun, safe, and meaningful ways.
Employment Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-exempt.
Pay Rate: $15.31/hr
Experience Required : Three (3) months working with children in a formal or informal learning environment.
Minimum Education Requirements: College coursework in science, education, or environmental studies preferred.
Department: Conservation, Education, Science.
Direct Supervisor: Assistant Director of Education.
Supervisory Responsibility: None.
Primary Work Location: Zoo setting, both indoors and outdoors.
Certification: Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
Other: It is subject to pre-employment and/or periodic background checks. Ability to complete CPR/1 st Aid certification within 30 days of hire and completion of OKC Zoo Health and Safety Institute training within 30 days of employment. This position works around animals susceptible to specific respiratory diseases and, thus, is subject to annual tuberculosis testing.
Job Summary: The Program Educator engages students of all ages through environmental and conservation education lessons that support the Zoo’s mission, vision, and values. This position helps facilitate fun and safe learning experiences to help program participants gain an appreciation for wildlife and the natural world.
Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential duties:
- Facilitate various types of nature-focused programming, such as overnights, family programs, school programming, ambassador animal encounters, and community outreach.
- Manage the safety of participants during programming, including following all safety protocols, understanding the position’s role in emergency procedures, and responding to emergencies as required.
- Present ambassador animals during programming.
- Work in a manner that supports and protects the health of the assigned collection, including wearing assigned PPE and limiting exposure to known contagions.
- Participate in conservation activities to support OKC Zoo’s mission.
- Foster constructive attitudes and team orientation among staff; positively communicate and collaborate with Zoo personnel and professional colleagues.
- Represent the zoo in a professional manner.
- Create an atmosphere of respect with peers and work as a team.
- Help with Nature Explores Preschool if needed.
- Take personal accountability for performing at a high level.
Non-Essential Job Functions
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About Us
Oklahoma City is one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States and is the 20th largest city in the nation. For nearly two decades our residents have continually invested in our community to make it a place people can find belonging, visit and call home. Our employees are at the heart of those investments–delivering essential services our residents expect and creating a strong and thriving city for all people. Visit Oklahoma City-A Great Place to Live and Work! to learn more about our city.
The Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Garden connects people with our world’s vanishing wildlife and wild places to inspire conservation action. We’re seeking candidates who are passionate about the planet and all that inhabit it. Join our team of hardworking experts and get ready for a career that you’re wild about! To learn more about the Oklahoma City Zoo and our conservation efforts, please visit www.okczoo.org.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Pension Plan, Retirement PlanSalary : $15