Under general supervision of the Teaching Zoo Operations Supervisor, design and conduct the Junior Safari Day Camp Program and similar programs at America’s Teaching Zoo.
• Implement creative, interactive, and age-appropriate educational activities for zoo day campers between the ages of 6-17; prepare program specific learning-related materials. E
• Assign animals to campers based on camper preferences, age, and experience to prepare weekly educational presentations and performances; demonstrate proper handling and give guidance to campers regarding safe animal handling practices.
• Assist campers in designing presentations and with arts and crafts projects, games, and activities.
• Provide information to parents and visitors regarding operations, registration procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Communicate with and provide information to the public, media, and college personnel regarding the Junior Safari Day Camp Program.
• Coordinate day camp activities with Exotic Animal Training & Management Program students and staff to ensure safety, compliance, and quality of educational experiences of day campers.
• Train and provide work direction to Counselors in Training.
• Ensure camper compliance with rules and regulations of the Exotic Animal Training and Management Program and America’s Teaching Zoo.
• Check-in and release day campers according to established procedures.
• Provide for the physical needs of campers regarding hydration, sun exposure, nutrition, and first aid as needed.
• Maintain camp facilities, classrooms, and picnic areas in a neat and orderly manner.
• Operate office equipment including computers, printers, and copiers.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
Job title: Zoo Day Camp Counselor (4)
Starting Salary: $18.57 per hour
Schedule: May 30, 2023, to August 11, 2023.
May 30 to June 3 - will be 20 hours/week for preparation.
June 5 to August 4 - will be 40 hours/week
August 7 to August 11 - will be 20 hours/week for debriefing and clean
Job title: Zoo Day Camp Counselor (1)
Starting Salary: $18.57 per hour
Schedule: May 30, 2023, to August 3, 2023, 18 hrs. per week 12:30-5:00 M-Th
Apply by deadline date: Monday, March 20, 2023
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