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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Education Program Aide - Part Time
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Education Program Aide provides program-level support in collaboration with other team members to facilitate the learning of diverse program audiences. Program Aides report to the Education Experience Supervisor.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Collaborates with team members, uses inclusive practices, and provides one-one-one guidance to support program participants toward achieving program objectives.
Provides operational support for the Education and Premium Experience programs, including but not limited to scanning program tickets, facilitating program check-in and transporting guests.
Operates organization vehicles on and off Zoo grounds, including electric golf carts, cars and SUVs.
Prepares and maintains program materials.
Operates program technology, including but not limited to audio/visual equipment, two-way radios, computers, walking tour listening devices, and ticket scanners.
Participates in monitoring and evaluation of programs by supporting implementation of essential program components and measurement tools, collecting data, and providing feedback for program refinement. Contribute to a culture of feedback by providing and receiving constructive feedback to support performance improvement.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Preferred candidate would have some experience with the following: experience interacting with children (K-12) in an informal or formal setting. Please note that the Safari Park''s Education Department does not oversee the Safari Tours available for booking on our website. 75% of the Safari Park''s Education Department audience are youth aged 4-18 in a classroom setting.
Our current department''s operating days are Monday through Saturday, subject to change in the future.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Prior experience in educational, zoo/aquarium/museum or informal learning setting, preferred.
Interest in working with children, required.
Prior experience working with children, preferred.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Have effective customer service skills.
Must be able to portray a positive attitude at all times.
Have strong independent judgment and critical thinking skills.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Ability to work collaboratively with others.
Ability to manage time and follow a schedule.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
Ability to interact positively with children and families.
Ability to follow directions and ask clarifying questions.
Ability to work independently with general supervision.
SOME OF THE REWARDS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Family Passes
Complimentary Tickets
Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Local and In-House Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Location: Escondido, CA
Position Type: Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
Hourly Rate: $20.09
How to Apply
jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/sdzwa/SafariParkCareersExternal/jobs/24814
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Escondido, CA 92027
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