Part-Time Camp Instructor
Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard, KS is looking for hardworking, self-motivated, dedicated educators.
Currently the park is 25 acres and has another 40+ acres to expand and we plan on growing.
A new children's zoo and safari park are among the plans for expansion.
Tanganyika prides itself in providing wildly different experiences for its guests and being stewards for the animals in our care.
In the past year, we have developed a set of core values to guide leadership and our team to improve and continue to meet our goals of becoming a destination park for visitors and a great place to work.
If you like a fast paced, growth mindset culture come join the change.
As a camp instructor, you'll have the opportunity to teach week-long day camps for elementary students.
You'll gain leadership, time and classroom management skills.
You'll lead our counselors and campers through a day of fun and adventure.
Come join the Tanganyika family and we'll invest in your future while you help us build ours!
Hours will vary based upon camp enrollment, but camp instructors should expect to work 15-30 hours per week from late May to early August.
Training for this position will start in April.
First full week of camp is May 27th – 31st
Position end date: August 9th
Requirements:
• 18 years or older
• 4-year degree in zoology, environmental studies, wildlife biology, education, or similar field preferred OR a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Excellent public speaking and customer service skills
• Desire to grow as a team member, educator, and human being
• Ability to stand or walk and be able to perform physical work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to bend, stoop, and lift 25-50 pounds when necessary
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, weekdays, and holidays when needed
Desired skills, experience, and individual qualities:
• Self-motivated
• Hard working
• Driven
• Dedicated
• Ability to read behavior
• Classroom management experience
• Fast learner
• Conflict resolution
• Flexibility
• Adaptable
Compensation and Benefits:
• Starting salary: $12.
50/hr
• In-House Discounts
• Complimentary admission to TWP for yourself and family
• EAP – mental well-being program including therapy sessions for staff and immediate family
Please apply at https://twpark.
applicantstack.
com/x/openings.
If you have any issues apply please email amoody@twpark.
com for assistance.
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