Early Childhood and Afterschool Coordinator
Core
Design, coordinate, and deliver early childhood (Pre-K–2) educational programs and STEM curricula at the North Carolina Zoo, including onsite school visits, afterschool programs, and camps.
Role type
Senior IC education coordinator (early childhood)
Builds
Standards-aligned curricula, instructional resources, and conservation education experiences for Pre-K–2 students
Domain
Education + Zoology/Conservation
Required skills
Curriculum development, STEM education, Early childhood education (Pre-K–2), Program coordination, Staff supervision and training, Conservation education
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree in Education/Environmental Education/Biology/Wildlife Science/Natural Resources, Experience designing curriculum aligned with state standards, Experience working with preschool–2nd grade children, Experience supervising staff/volunteers, Partnership building with schools and community organizations
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead research, development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of early childhood educational programs; Develop standards-aligned curriculum and instructional resources; Coordinate educational partnerships and program logistics; Support ambassador animal programming by training, handling, presenting, and assisting with animal care; Supervise, mentor, and train seasonal staff, fellows, interns, and volunteers; Promote the Zoo's education and conservation mission through collaboration and digital content creation