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EDU-TAINER
Where science meets show business!
EduTainers are a team of creative educators who use the aquarium as a stage to inspire guests to become conservation activists! EduTainers use their talents to play games, tell stories, give directions, and interact with guests of all ages and backgrounds.
EduTainer Responsibilities
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Help guests find meaning in their aquarium interactions and encourage them to apply what they discover in the aquarium to their every day lives and conservation at large.
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Hosting guests throughout the attraction and providing information on a variety of exhibits
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Creating safe interactions between guests and animals
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Tailoring content to different audiences
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Keeping assigned galleries tidy, safe, and ready to receive guests
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Continually learning new content about our animals and our planet and translating that to guests
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Actively seeking out interaction with guests of all ages and cultures
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Sales and cashiering
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Contributing to special Aquarium events and programs like field trips, members only nights, summer camps and holiday offerings.
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Creating unexpected, memorable and positive guest experiences
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Facilitating interactions at touch stations that are safe for ambassadors and guests.
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Maintains knowledge of aquarium facilities, programs, animals, and staff.
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EduTainers may become several walking characters through the year- pirates, elves, palaeontologists – the possibilities are as limitless as the sea!
EduTainer Traits
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Outgoing, approachable, friendly, and reliable, a ‘people’ person
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Believe that humans can change the world for the better
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Comfortable with both formally addressing and casually conversing with the public
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High energy level
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Loves to learn and loves to teach
Requirements
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At least 2-year experience in Customer Service is a PLUS
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Strong communication skills
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Background in theatre a BIG PLUS
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Must comply with background check
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Willing to work flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and late evenings
Compensation
Part-time only (20- 25 hours a week) starting at $11 per hour
Free memberships (4) so you can show the aquarium off to your family
20% off gift shop and special programs
Expenses paid staff trips