Education Volunteers

Education volunteers, also known as Ambassadors, help the Zoo serve its conservation and education mission by interacting with our guests, informing them of the wonders of wildlife, and teaching about the animals in our collection. 

Why

To engage visitors in the wonders of wildlife, help instill a conservation ethic and share enthusiasm for animals.

Possible Duties

• Staffing the interactive exhibits. Including the Budgie Aviary, Wallabies, and Hobby Farm Corral
• Discover Carts & Critter Chats - Interacting with zoo guests about animals with props and biofacts 
• Assist with school groups - Zoo Explorer tours and Zoo Lab
• Assist with Youth & Family Programs - Kid's Night Out, Twilight Tours, and Sprouts
• Animal Handling - After additional training and logged hours as an ambassador volunteer, one can use animals from the education collection for presentations both on and off-site. 
• Special Events 

Who 

Individuals with an interest in animals, people, and conservation - no experience necessary!

Requirements 

• Must be 18 years of age of older
• Ability to communicate with visitors
• Ability to maneuver to stations in the Zoo
• Attend the required trainings offered in person and/or online
• Meet with the Volunteer Manager for an interview and orientation
• Successfully complete required background checks 

Current Opportunities

We are now taking applications for our spring 2019 orientation!

Save the Dates:  

• Orientation - Saturday, May 4th 9-11:30 am
• Education Department Training - Saturday, May 18th start time TBD

Apply HERE!

Next Steps

1. Apply online
2. Save the date for orientation, and training.
3. Wait for confirmation of you application and follow up email or phone call from the zoo.

Need more information? Email us at volunteers@jbzoo.org