Animal Education Program Instructor

1 week ago

York, Canada Pawsitively Pets Full time

**Program Instructor - Animal Education**

**TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST HAVE A VALID ONTARIO G DRIVER'S LICENSE AND A RELIABLE CAR THAT YOU CAN USE FOR WORK EACH DAY**

Are you passionate about teaching young children and helping them to explore the world of animals? We are looking for creative, outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic team players to join our team.

Pawsitively Pets is a one-of-a-kind hands-on animal program that provides children with the opportunity to interact hands-on with a variety of different animals in an engaging, educational environment. Our staff are animal experts and share their love and knowledge through our unique programs. Our organization is growing and is offering meaningful opportunities for individuals with strong presentation and animal skills, and a background in working with children. We welcome resumes from enthusiastic, motivated team players who wish to work for a cause they believe in -- a cause that is committed to educating children about animals.

This is a great position for an energetic and dynamic individual who loves the world of animals and wants to share that experience with children in a hands-on interactive format. We are looking for team members who like to think outside the box and be creative, helping to develop and deliver programs for children ranging in age from 2 years to 14 years old.

**Position Overview**:

- Present and deliver interactive animal presentations in the classroom, camp programs, after-school, party and event environments.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Must LOVE animals & children
- Must have a passion for presenting to groups of children and an engaging personality
- All staff must have a valid class G driver's license and a car they can use for work programs and events each day.
- A car allowance provided.
- A love for animals and children-strong communication and presentation skills
- Feel confident presenting to a group
- **Hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a car. (Some of our programs are at our location, others are off-site, and you will need a car at work every day.)**:

- Excellent organizational and planning skills
- High energy and strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently
- Critical thinking skills, stress tolerance, flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to take initiative
- Excellent customer service skills to liaison and communicate with parents and customers effectively
- Strong command of the English language, written and spoken. French is not required but is an asset.
- Ability to multi-task and manage stress
- Excellent time management and ability to always be on time for scheduled shifts
- Graduated or working towards a degree in an animal or child-related post-secondary degree or diploma program
- must be able to lift 50lbs.
- We have both a full-time & part-time positions available.
- All staff must have availability to work weekends. Part-time staff must have availability for weeks and a least 1 weekday (between 2pm - 8pm) and full-time staff must be available for weekends and 3-4 weekdays on a regular basis - these shifts may take place anytime between 8am - 9pm, scheduling is based on bookings
- Valid First Aid/CPR certificate - or obtain one within 60 days of employment
- Background Check: All applicants must submit to a vulnerable sector background check and successfully complete and provide at least two contactable references

**You will be expected to**:

- Learn all aspects of our hands-on animal programming topics.
- Available to work weekends (both Saturday & Sunday) and noted weekday availability mentioned above.
- A full-time position offers between 35-44 hours per week depending on your preference. A part-time position offers up to 25 hours per week, based on your availability and schedule requirements.
- Be available during the week generally between the hours of 8am - 9pm.
- **Have your own transportation (you will need a car to transport animals to parties and events,) and a valid G Level Ontario driver’s license.**:

- Participate in all aspects of animal care duties when scheduled, this includes cage cleaning, feeding and general health checks on all our animals.
- Present to large groups in a confident manner.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 15-40 per week

**Salary**: $18.00-$19.00 per hour

Additional pay:

- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All Public Health Covid recommendations are followed.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- York, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Availability to work weekends - both Saturday & Sunday at least 3 weekends a month.

**Experience**:

- working with children: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification

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