Education Interpreter, Part Time

Association of Zoos and Aquariums

  • Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • $15 Per Hour

Highlights

Physical Requirements: Often standing, carrying up to 50 lb and driving, sitting; average walking, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, balancing, pushing and pulling, crawling, computer and phone tasks. Duties include participating in offsite outreaches, member programs, supporting daily education and interpretive programs and engaging with guests.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCharleston, SC

Description

South Carolina Aquarium

Education Interpreter, Part Time

Job Summary:

This position is designed to be an ambassador for the Aquarium through a variety of on-site and off-site educational programs. Duties include participating in offsite outreaches, member programs, supporting daily education and interpretive programs and engaging with guests.

Essential Functions:

  • Adhere to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies

  • Provide an exceptional visitor experience for all guests

  • Engage guests through daily shows, guided tours, and gallery interpretation

  • Participate in outreach programs

  • Assist and deliver educational programs in partnership with other departments and community groups.

  • SCA 1st Responder

  • Other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Outstanding interpretive skills

  • Ability to adjust for the dynamic needs of audiences of all ages

  • Must be able to deliver interpretive programs in engaging and effective ways to groups of 10-200 people

  • Skills needed to combine creativity, enthusiasm, and exemplary teaching methods to engage visitors in science related activities

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Willingness to foster a growth mindset by celebrating the effort to improve as professionals, conservationists and community members

  • Ability to maintain a sense of humor

  • Must be able to handle live animals

  • Adhere to uniform and personal appearance policy

  • Must have a working knowledge of Aquarium exhibits and animals

  • Ability to work weekends and evenings

Licenses and Certifications Required:

  • Valid Driver's License

  • First Aid, CPR, and AED - Required to either possess or obtain prior to start date

Supervision of others:

  • N/A

Physical Requirements:

Often standing, carrying up to 50 lb and driving, sitting; average walking, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, balancing, pushing and pulling, crawling, computer and phone tasks.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment, public contact, rotating shifts, weekends and required to wear a radio; outdoor work required.

Experience Required

Education and Experience Required:

Prefer some experience in a related field with demonstrated teamwork and interpretive skills

Perks

PTO, Reciprocity Program with Local Attractions, Amazing Culture!

Salary

$15/Hourly

How to Apply

Qualified and passionate candidates should apply here: Career Center | Recruitment

South Carolina Aquarium

100 Aquarium Wharf

Charleston, SC 29401

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