EDUCATOR I

REPORTS TO

Education Leads, Education Manager, General Curator, and Property General Manager.

STATUS

• This is a part-time entry level position.
• Pay rate is hourly.
• Must be available to work evening, weekends, and holidays.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Education Department is passionate about a number of values, which include respect for conservation, a mindset of lifelong learning, and a collaborative, respectful work environment. Educator I is an entry level position whose main roles are to interact with the public, provide excellent guest service, deliver conservation messages, and support the Aquarium’s Mission Statement.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Engage with Guests in a helpful, patient manner, creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere.
• Oversee Guest/animal interactions in touch tank areas.
• Maintain exhibit cleanliness during open hours including, but not limited to, cleaning acrylic/glass, sweeping floors, picking up trash, emptying trash bins, squeegeeing floors, dusting, etc.
• Provide educational exhibit and behind-the-scenes tours.
• Assist Educator II with educational programs including, but not limited to classroom programs, outreaches, Home School Day, overnights, day programs, scout programs, camps, etc.
• Attend community outreach events such as science nights, career days, mascot events, etc.
• Participate in special conservation events.
• Handle program animals as trained.
• Direct school groups during check-in on busy days.
• Communicate potential issues with animals and exhibits to Habitat Curators and Life Support.
• Complete daily exhibit opening and closing checklists.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Report supply needs to Education Manager.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Adhere to the Landry’s Personal Appearance Policy.
• Complete special projects as directed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or science-related field completed or in progress is preferred. Other degree fields will be considered such as theater and communication.
• 1-2 years of customer service experience preferred. 
• Good speaking voice and excellent communication skills. 
• Enjoys working with children of all ages and abilities. 
• Comfortable with handling live animals for demonstrations.
• Able to work with other crewmembers in all departments in a professional manner.
• Observant.
• Organized.
• Self-motivated.
• Reliable transportation. 
• Spanish fluency is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Subject to possibility of animal bites, scratches, and stings. 
• Outdoor work required on occasion under variety of conditions: cold weather, hot weather, rain, and sunshine.

Qualified applicants should apply online through the Landry’s Inc. website. Resumes can be emailed to the Education Department, attn. Stephanie Harbert, at AquaED@Ldry.com

Landry’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply