Virginia Zoo

Position Title: School & Camp Programs Support

Position Category: Education & Interpretation (80 hours/year service requirement)

Purpose:

To support the Education Department in educating students using fun, interactive curricula in camps and school programming, incorporating science standards and conservation messages.

Duties:

• School & Group Greeter:
  • Report to designated supervisor at the beginning of the shift
  • Facilitate communication between Education Staff and group arrivals, assist with group identification and crowd control
  • Provide greeting and introduction to the zoo for all participants and fill out engagement reports with education department
• School Program Support:
  • Report to designated supervisor at the beginning of the shift
  • Assist with collecting all needed materials for programming as needed
  • Assist with set up and break down of location and materials
• Camp Support
  • Assist with Camp lunch periods, including supervision of campers with another staff member
  • Help camp staff facilitate games and activities related to the camp curriculum with campers
• Engage with zoo guests in interpretation techniques, curriculum, and programming

Prerequisite Service: Entry Level (0+ Hours)

Qualifications:

• Must complete general Zoo Crew Orientation Training and Interpretation 101 Training (Basics of Interpretation) before scheduling first shift
• Must meet with Education Programs Manager prior to first shift
• Complete on-the-job training of duties listed
• Must complete 10 School & Camp Programs Support shifts within a year
• Must be comfortable speaking with large groups of children and adults, with or without a microphone

Supervisors:

• Volunteer Programs Staff
• Education Programs Manager and Education Staff
• Human Resources Manager