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The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee

Educator

The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee

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Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Part-Time Educator position assists in the day-to-day functioning of The Elephant Discovery Center/Outdoor Classroom.  Includes greeting and informing visitors and delivering Sanctuary educational programming through a variety of outlets including online distance learning, and regional outreach to the widest possible audience.

SUCCESS FACTORS AND EXPECTATIONS:

  • Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees, senior management, and the board.  Provide recommendations to resolve issues as they arise.  Interact professionally with staff, board members, and volunteers.
  • Creativity – Ability to prepare diverse presentations and information, observe communication and social media trends, and incorporate them into educational planning activities.  Utilize creativity to develop marketing and communication plans.
  • Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Keep management informed of both internal and/or external issues and concerns.  Practice good communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated – Perform the job with minimal supervision and learn all aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.
  • Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time.  Follow procedures and ensure accurate documents are provided to Donors.
  • Training – Identify and engage in ongoing training for self and those supervised and work with the supervisor to identify additional training needs.

Job Responsibilities

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Elephant Discovery Center/Outdoor Classroom

  • Assist with/ Conduct standard-based school programs onsite 
  • Maintain exhibit and gift shop cleanliness during open hours 
  • Participate in special conservation education events 
  • Complete daily exhibit opening and closing checklists 
  • Manage and control telecoms of property 
  • Provide daily support, interacting with the public– offering education, information, and assistance, or control when necessary. 
  • Engage with guests in a helpful patient manner, creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere. 
  • Other duties as assigned

Distance Learning

  • Assist with/ conduct standard-based live virtual programs 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Other

  • Maintain accurate records 
  • Complete special projects as directed 
  • Contribute to the development of education content as needed 
  • Observe and provide feedback about education programs and educational interpretation 
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES:

  • High School Diploma and some college
  • Prior work experience in education, museums, or equivalent settings is preferred.
  • Public relations skills are required
  • Must be a proficient public speaker
  • Working knowledge of Outlook computer programs to include Word and Excel
  • Experience with a non-profit is a plus
  • Must be on-site 3 days a week in Hohenwald, including Saturdays

JOB PREFERENCES

  • Associate’s degree in Education, Communications, or Wildlife Preservation preferred.
  • Bilingual– Spanish

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Must be able to sit/stand for 8 hours.
  • Walking, bending, light lifting.

Additional Information

Benefits

For part-time staff, all we offer is partial PTO

How to Apply

Send a cover letter and resume to HumanResources@elephants.com

Details

  • Date Posted: October 3, 2024
  • Type: Part-Time
  • Job Function: Educator
  • Service Area: Education
  • Salary Range: $35,000
  • Working Hours: flex 20-24 hours per week includes Saturdays