Wildlife Educator

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.

Salary: $24.00 /hour

Benefits:  Full Health, Federal Holidays, 10 personal/year, 10 sick days/year

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

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