Education Assistant at Wildlife Conservation Society
Wildlife Conservation Society · New York City, United States Of America · Onsite
- Junior
- Office in New York City
Opportunity Type
Internal Job Description
Job Title: Education Assistant
Reports To: Program Coordinator
Location: New York Aquarium
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Department: Education
Schedule: Sporadic: 2-3 Fridays per month; 5 hrs a week; November through
April 2026
Pay Rate: $20 per hour
Job Description:
Who We Are
WCS saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. To achieve this, we harness the power of our Global Conservation Program in nearly 60 nations, in all the world’s oceans, and our five wildlife parks in New York City - Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and New York Aquarium - visited by 4 million people annually. We combine our expertise in the field, zoos, and aquarium to achieve our conservation mission.
WCS Education is a pioneer in zoo-based learning, inspiring over 1.5 million people each year across New York City. Since 1929, we have been at the forefront of science education, fostering the next generation of conservation advocates by creating meaningful connections to wildlife and nature. We provide innovative, high-quality learning experiences that empower individuals to care for and protect the natural world.
Job Overview
The primary focus of the Education Assistant is to support the New York Aquarium Educators in the delivery of inquiry-based science and nature programs for children and families during the aquarium’s Sharks After Dark overnight program. The Education Assistant will help lead tours of behind-the-scenes locations, assist with animal touch pool experience, and lead guests through the overnight experience.
Responsibilities
● Assist New York Aquarium educators in carrying out family programming. Assisting participants with overnight experience through tours, crafts, and animal encounter experiences.
● Prepare and organize program materials
● Attend overnight staff meetings
● Perform all related tasks and duties, as assigned
● Comply with all policies and procedures as presented by WCS and the WCS Education Department
Salary Range
Internal Qualification Requirements
● High School diploma or GED
● One year prior experience working with children
● Informal education experience
