What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Educator position at Village Edu Company?
Job Summary
Animal Educators are responsible for conducting lessons with live animals and going into schools, classrooms, and public spaces and presenting with a wide variety of Village Edu zoo creatures. As an educator, you will be trained in learning about our many species, as well as how to handle them and use them as teaching tools for kids.
This position involves working closely with various species, including insects, tarantulas, and other invertebrates , and requires being comfortable presenting in front of crowds. The ideal candidate will be dependable, and dedicated to providing high-quality education programs.
Duties
- Participate in training programs related to education and handling of animals.
- Present various educational lessons to children and community members.
- Travel to locations where educational presentations have been requested.
- Engage in moderate lifting tasks related to moving animals or equipment.
- Implement proper handling techniques to ensure the safety of both animals and staff.
Skills
- Ability to comfortably handle various creatures.
- Public speaking.
- Common sense.
- More common sense.
THE START DATE FOR THIS POSITION IS MONDAY, DECEMBER 7TH.
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable holding and handling unusual animals such as insects and reptiles? Explain:
- Have you worked with elementary school aged kids before? Explain:
- Do you enjoy public speaking/presenting for all age groups of various sizes? Explain:
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30