Educator / Presenter

1 week ago

Whitby, Canada Reptilia Zoo - Whitby Full time

Reptilia Zoo is seeking enthusiastic, passionate individuals to join its Education Programs team as Educators.

**The Educator role is wonderfully flexible and balances well with school or weekend-only availability** This position is an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter or expand their involvement in the animal or education fields.

As an Educator, you will be responsible for delivering educational programming in a variety of formats from behind-the-scenes tours to birthday parties to off-site meet & greets.

**About Reptilia**

Reptilia is Canada's largest indoor reptile zoo, with over 25,000 square feet of indoor exhibits featuring over 500 reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids. Accredited by CAZA, we currently have two locations: Vaughan and Whitby. Reptilia performs thousands of educational, conservation-based programs to schools and community groups. Multiple positions are available at both locations.

**Responsibilities**
- Under the guidance of the Facility Manager and/or Head Zookeeper, deliver educational programming based on themes, curriculum, and/or specific guest requests.
- Share conservation messaging in an engaging way, using a variety of methods, inspiring empathy and awareness.
- Handle and care for live ambassador animals as laid out in Reptilia’s policies.
- Travel to and from off-site locations to host meet & greets, educational lessons, birthday parties, and more.
- Set-up and host on-site birthday parties, tours, and related events.
- Ensure a safe, clean, secure environment for program participants by adhering to and following current COVID-19 guidelines.
- Ensure program participant safety and well-being, adhering to Reptilia policies and procedures.
- Other duties assigned by the Facility Manager, Head Zookeeper, or related Management Staff.

**Required Qualifications**
- Excellent communication skills, proven ability to speak before audiences.
- Knowledge of animal and conservation issues demonstrated awareness and commitment to the environment.
- A passion for animals of all kinds: reptiles and invertebrates included.
- A method of transportation and valid driver’s license ‘G’ (some programs are run at the zoo, some offsite)
- Must be able to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.

**Wages Explained**
- Wages range and vary for different types of events and Educators are offered events based on performance and experience. For example:

- Onsite Birthdays Events start at $54/Birthday (1 an 1/2 hours)
- Offsite Birthday Events are $54/Event + Mileage (1 Hour + Driving Time)
- Earning potential is based on experience and availability

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Interest in biology, environmental science, education, or a related field
- Excellent presentation and speaking skills
- Willingness to learn about reptiles
- Familiarity with Reptilia and our animal collection

**What is Needed to Apply?**

To apply, please send the following:

- A resume with prior work and education history

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

**Salary**: $20.00 per hour

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $20.00-$30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Whitby, ON L1N 0M2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

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