Job description

TITLE: Education Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Education

FLSA: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours/ week min REPORTS TO: Education Manager

OVERVIEW:

The Wonder Gardens, a nearly 90-year-old historical Zoological Park in the heart of SWFL, seeks an Education Coordinator. This vital frontline position will serve as an integral member of Team Wonder. The Educator will create, market, and provide environmental education programming to students, teachers, and the general public, both onsite and offsite that reflects the mission of the Wonder Gardens.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of fun and experiential educational programs and programs for school children and visitors of all ages

Works closely with Education Manager to achieve revenue goals for programs and grants

Create reports for the department on programs, numbers, revenue, expenses, as needed

Facilitate animal feeding and encounter experiences with lorikeets, and other Wonder Garden resident animals

Deliver natural science field trips and school programs for elementary and middle school children

Assist in the supervision of interns and volunteers

Deliver teacher training programs

Assist with Wonder Gardens special events

Assist with partnership projects with schools and youth groups in the community

Co-develop programs as assigned

Serve as coordinator and counselor for Wonder Gardens Camp Programs

Assist with the care and maintenance of animals, equipment, and materials used in programming

Work effectively as a member of a team and provide support to other team members

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Enthusiastic desire to work with children and adults of all ages and abilities

Exhibits well-developed emotional intelligence and empathy

Strong organizational and leadership abilities

Strong communications, public speaking, and teaching skills

Must have experience managing tractable animals, including reptiles, amphibians, mammals, birds, and invertebrates

Strong commitment to the conservation of biodiversity, environmental quality, and natural resources

Ability to conceptualize, design, and implement programs, projects, and activities

Needs to be able to think logically and solve problems with little or no guidance

Knowledge and use of science lab equipment

Artistic ability to create props and other program materials is highly desirable

Knowledge or willingness to learn about local ecosystems and the natural history of southwest Florida

Ability to work effectively as a team member

Computer skills (Microsoft Office working knowledge a plus)

Willingness to work outside usual 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. hours to conduct programs in the evenings, weekends, or holidays in sometimes hot, humid, and buggy conditions

Ability to stand for long periods

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor level college degree in education, ecology, science, or related field required

Minimum of two years of experience at an education institution preferred

Minimum of two years working with early childhood and elementary populations preferred

Minimum of two years as an interpreter, naturalist, or equivalent preferred

Minimum of two years of experience in building educational programming based on state standards, non-profit mission, dialogic & experiential learning preferred

Minimum of two years of experience working with animals in educational programming preferred

Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups and abilities, including adults in small as well as large group activities

Current certification in CPR, First Aid, and Life Saving, or ability to obtain

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

The above describes the general qualifications required for this position and the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not a complete list of duties, and additional duties may be assigned by management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Variable shift, generally 8 hour days, 40 hours per week

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bonita Springs, FL 34135: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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