Educator Daytime and Weekdays

Calling all nature enthusiasts and education wizards! Join the OKC Zoo team as an Educator and embark on a wild adventure inspiring the next generation of conservation champions. From engaging lessons to hands-on experiences, you'll be leading the charge in fostering a love for wildlife and our planet. Dive into a rewarding role where every day is a new opportunity to make a difference! Apply now and let the educational journey begin!  #JoinTheOKCZooCrew 

Employment Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay: $14.75 Hourly

Experience Required: At least eighteen (18) years of age with experience working with children informal or formal learning Or equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the duties of the job. 

Minimum Education Requirements: College coursework in science, education, or environmental studies.

Department: Education.

Direct Supervisor: Education Managers.

Supervisory Responsibility: Direct (0); Indirect (0) 

Primary Work Location: Zoo Setting both indoors and outdoors.

Certification: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.  Ability to pass annual TB test. 

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:

• Teaches animal and plant-oriented programs; handles animals and biofacts from the educational collection; manages students for the duration of programs; has appropriate interactions with children, parents and zoo staff; leads outdoor tours; facilitates on-grounds interpretation; completes associated preparatory and clean-up work; represents the zoo in a positive manner.

• Programs to be taught may include: on-grounds programming (including school aged, early childhood, exhibit interpretation, homeschool, scouts, family, and adult programs), day camps, zoomobiles, zoo booths, special events, animal presentations, etc). 

• Commitment to mastering all content and skills needed to provide quality programming to zoo program participants and guests. 

• Comfort and ability to handle animal ambassadors with provided training. Maintains active handler status. 

• Provides safe learning environment. Ability to respond and act appropriately according to emergency protocols and policies. 

• Operates and maintains AV equipment.

• Reports programming needs to appropriate education management. 

• Promotes conservation messaging that supports Zoo’s mission.

• Drive excellence in guest interactions and satisfaction. 

• Represents the zoo in a professional manner at all times.

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.

About the Team

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.