Conservation Educator Job at DUBLIN ZOO (Dublin)

Job Description

Dublin Zoo is a world-renowned conservation organisation and one of Ireland’s most visited attractions. We are committed to inspiring people to connect with the natural world and take action to protect wildlife and habitats. We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic part time teacher to assist our team during a very exciting time at Dublin Zoo.

Job Responsibility

Teaching all Dublin Zoo learning programmes following Dublin Zoo programme plans
Ensuring professional delivery of learning programmes to high standards in conservation education
Building rapport with learners to promote learner engagement and maintaining a positive attitude towards learners at all times
Design and deliver Dublin Zoo camp and workshop programmes and assist in their organisation
Working constructively with department members to peer review learning programmes
Participating in reflective practice to develop your teaching skills – giving and receiving feedback on learning programme delivery
Liaising with teachers/parents to ensure a high-quality learner experience
Maintaining educational resources including teaching spaces and equipment
Observing and implementing Dublin Zoo’s Health and Safety standards and child safeguarding principles
An interest in the zoo’s purpose, together with a flexible approach to working duties and hours
Performing other duties as assigned which will arise from time-to-time including administrative duties for the overall success of the Conservation Education Department

Requirements

A qualification to degree level in zoology/biology/sustainability/conservation/education or a related field
Previous experience of teaching learning programmes to young people
An ability to build rapport with young people and maintain a positive attitude towards young people at all times
Experience in designing and developing learning programmes or lessons
Knowledge of the Irish primary and secondary school curricula
Knowledge of wildlife conservation, sustainability and the work of zoos
An ability to understand learner needs, and adapt teaching approach to meet these needs
A positive attitude with an adaptable and flexible approach
A passion and energy for conservation education and working with young people
Highly organised: excellent forward planning skills and ability to manage priorities
A high level of competency in Microsoft packages and email

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