Summer Camp Educator

• Implementation and presentation of summer camp science education programming
• Collaborate with the Education Team to create a welcoming, safe, and fun environment for campers ages 4-10
• Responsible for driving university vehicle to transport program supplies and team members
• Using appropriate materials and curriculum to implement age-appropriate programs
• Assessing audience needs and camper behavior management
• Assisting in mentoring and providing work direction for Camp Assistants
• Providing high quality guest service through camp family interactions
• Adhering to aquarium and university policies and procedures
• Leading indoor and outdoor activities such as games, art projects, science experiments, animal interactions, aquarium exploration, storytelling, free play, beach time, and supervised snack and lunch times

• BA or BS in marine science, environmental science, or related natural sciences or in education with science specialization, or combination of related educational background and teaching in the subject matter, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of educational program content and objectives in appropriate subject area
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to teach and/or interpret basic marine, Earth and atmospheric science concepts, including the nature and practices of science
• Knowledge and familiarity with best practices in teaching inquiry-based science
• Educational programs delivery and management skills including experience working collaboratively with a team of diverse individuals
• Ability to work effectively across the organization, internally and externally
• Analytical skills to work on program or targeted audience needs assessments
• Use of critical-thinking, problem-solving, creativity, time management and organizational skills to meet Departmental and Organizational goals in a team environment
• Effective reading, verbal, written communications and presentation skills
• Ability to follow directions and adhere to established guidelines and procedures
• Ability to take initiative and work with appropriate supervision to reliably meet goals and objectives
• Able to apply principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to educational practice
• Computer skills with business software systems in the completion of work assignments (for example, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Must be available Mondays through Fridays beginning June 4 and ending August 12, 2026
• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
• Duties require direct contact with children (defined as individuals under the age of 18)
• completion of the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) training will be required
• Must meet CANRA compliance requirement per California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

CPR/First Aid certification preferred