Educator (School Programs/STEM/Interpretive Education)
Educator (School Programs/STEM/Interpretive Education)
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19-07-2025
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19-07-2025
Job Description
Application Deadline:This position will remain open untilAugust 32025 or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. We reserve the right to closethe posting earlyif a well-qualified candidate pool has been established. Early submission is encouraged.Early submission is encouraged.
Are you an enthusiastic educator ready to trade in the traditional classroom for a habitat filled with wildlife curious students and hands-on discovery Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is seeking an Educator with a focus in school programs to deliver exceptional educational experiences that bring science conservation and wildlife to life for learners from Pre-K through Grade 12.
As a key member of our Education team youll engage thousands of students annually through on-site field trips classroom outreach virtual lessons and guided interpretive experiencesall aligned to state academic standards and rooted in real-world conservation.
At Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens education is at the heart of everything we do. Our School Programs Educators are ambassadors of curiosity empowering students to become the next generation of conservation stewards. Whether youre inside a classroom or beneath the canopy of our lush gardens your passion will ignite a love for wildlife and learning in every child you meet.
Help bring science to lifeone student one species one story at a time to help meet our mission withConnecting the community to wildlife and wild places.
What Youll Do:
- Lead and facilitate engaging age-appropriate school programs aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Adapt content and delivery for diverse learning styles including ESE and multilingual students.
- Deliver programs in a variety of formats: on-grounds in classrooms virtually and during special events.
- Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to ensure meaningful and standards-based learning outcomes.
- Cross-train and support programs across departments including Camps Outreach Homeschool and Early Childhood.
- Incorporate live animal encounters (reptiles amphibians mammals invertebrates) into presentations safely and effectively.
- Assist with curriculum development and continuous improvement based on participant and teacher feedback.
- Maintain accurate records for student attendance program evaluations and safety documentation.
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two (2) years of formal or informal teaching experience in a school zoo museum or nature center (substitute student teaching or AmeriCorps experience accepted).
- Familiarity with Florida state academic standards and experience aligning educational content to grade-level benchmarks.
- Strong classroom management and public speaking skills.
- Enthusiasm and confidence working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Passion for conservation science education and wildlife.
- Proficiency in educational technology including Zoom PowerPoint and learning management systems.
- Valid drivers license and the ability to pass a Level 2 background check.
Schedule & Requirements:
- Regular schedule is Tuesday through Saturday with flexibility for evenings holidays and occasional offsite events.
- Must be 18 years or older with a clear driving record to operate Zoo vehicles for outreach programming.
- Comfortable working around animals and leading programs in Floridas outdoor environments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to consistently remain on your feet for prolonged periods of time.
- Manual dexterity for standing reaching flexibility and body movement for bending crouching walking kneeling stoop bend lift kneel crawl climb jump dig and prolonged standing/sitting.
- Grasp turn and manipulate objects of varying size and weight requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to operate motorized cart trucks hand and/or power tools.
- Ability to work outdoors and indoors under all environmental conditions and temperatures.
- Ability to transport and move items occasionally up to 20 pounds without difficulty for short distance.
- Auditory ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone telephone systems two-way radio and face-to-face interactions.
- Visual and auditory acuity appropriate for safety and discern differences in document
WORK CONDITIONS
- Weather Exposure: Exposure to various weather conditions including extreme heat sunlight cold rain and wind.
- Pathogens: possible exposure to animal or human bloodborne pathogens.
- Infectious Diseases: Risk of exposure to zoonotic diseases.
- Hazards: Potential for injuries from wildlife equipment chemicals and heights.
- On-Call Responsibilities: Will be required to be on call for emergencies.
- Disaster support: Must be available to fulfill disaster-response duties and responsibilities as required.
TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS
- Must maintain a valid drivers license and clear driving record.
- May require local or international travel for short time frames.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal state and local employment regulations.
EOE / DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
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