Date Posted: 4/9/2026
Position: Full-Time and Part-Time
Description: The Gulf Breeze Zoo is seeking enthusiastic and engaging individuals to join the Education team as a Full-Time Educator. Educators play a key role in connecting guests with wildlife through interactive programs, animal encounters, and interpretive experiences. Daily tasks include delivering educational presentations, and supporting guest engagement throughout the zoo.
Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Present educational programs, keeper talks, and interactive demonstrations to guests of all ages in a clear, engaging, and professional manner.
- Handle ambassador animals safely and confidently during presentations, following all established protocols.
- Engage with guests throughout the zoo to answer questions, provide information, and promote conservation awareness.
- Facilitate safe, engaging, and educational animal encounters that promote conservation awareness and inspire guests to connect with wildlife.
- Ensure the well-being of animals and visitors during encounters by following established safety protocols, handling guidelines, and interpretive best practices.
- Ensure all education areas and presentation spaces are clean, organized, and well-maintained.
- Assist with the training of new staff, interns, and volunteers within the education department.
Education and Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in education, biology, zoology, environmental science or a related field is strongly desired.
- Preferred applicants will have a background in environmental education, public speaking or working with ambassador animals.
Prerequisites:
- Must be comfortable with public speaking and engaging with large groups of guests.
- Must be able to complete daily tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision once trained.
- Must be physically active, able to lift 50 pounds comfortably and work in all types of weather conditions.
- Must have a valid driver’s license. Must maintain a non-smoking/vaping work environment.
- Weekends, holidays and special events are required.
Compensation and Benefits
The Gulf Breeze Zoo is a Drug-Free and Smoke-Free work environment. Competitive salary, insurance including vision and dental coverage, paid sick/vacation time and 401k options available.
Work Location: Gulf Breeze, FL 32563: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for two references to the Gulf Breeze Zoo Assistant Park Director.