Facility
America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Under general supervision of the Teaching Zoo Operations Supervisor, design and conduct the
Junior Safari Day Camp Program and similar programs at America’s Teaching Zoo.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill temporary, full-time and part-time assignments at
Moorpark College. This recruitment is not being conducted to establish an eligibility list from
which regular appointments will be made.
WHERE YOU’LL WORK
America’s Teaching Zoo is home of the Exotic Animal Training and Management Program at
Moorpark College.
For more information, please email alisa_behar@vcccd.edu.
Schedule: May 30, 2023 to August 11, 2023 (temporary full-time)
May 30, 2023 to June 3, 2023: 30 hours per week for preparation.
June 5, 2023 to August 4, 2023: 40 hours per week.
August 7, 2023 to August 11, 2023: 20 hours per week for debriefing and cleaning.
Schedule: May 30, 2023 to August 3, 2023 (temporary part-time)
18 hours per week: 12:30 – 5:00
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Develop, design, and implement creative, interactive, and age-appropriate educational activities
for zoo day campers between the ages of 6-17; prepare program specific learning-related
materials. E
Assign animals to campers based on camper preferences, age, and experience for the purpose
of preparing weekly educational presentations and performances; demonstrate proper handling
and provide guidance to campers regarding safe animal handling practices. E
Assist campers in designing presentations and with arts and crafts projects, games, and
activities. E
Provide information to parents and visitors regarding operations, registration procedures, and
safety guidelines; review and collect day camp forms and fees. E
Communicate with and provide information to the public, media, and college personnel regarding
the Junior Safari Day Camp Program. E
Purchase food and supplies and track expenses for the zoo day camp. E
Coordinate day camp activities with Exotic Animal Training & Management Program students
and staff to ensure safety, compliance, and quality of educational experiences of day campers. E
Train and provide work direction to counselors in training. E
Ensure camper compliance with rules and regulations of the Exotic Animal Training and
Management Program and America’s Teaching Zoo. E
Check-in and release day campers according to established procedures. E
Provide for the physical needs of campers with regard to hydration, sun exposure, nutrition, and
first-aid as needed. E
Maintain camp facilities, classrooms, and picnic areas in a neat and orderly manner. E
Operate office equipment including computers, printers, and copiers. E
Operate vehicles to pick up and deliver food and supplies. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
E = Essential Duties
Education and Pre-requisites
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination equivalent to:
Education:
One year of college course work
Experience:
One year of experience working with non-domestic animals or one year of experience working
with children in an organized recreational or educational setting
Please attach copies of the following required certifications to your application:
A First-Aid Certificate issued by a recognized First Aid training program
A CPR Certificate issued by a recognized CPR training program
A valid California Driver License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Exotic Animal Training & Management certificate or its equivalent
Child development certificate or its equivalent
Compensation and benefits
$18.57 – $18.57 Hourly
Application instructions
Application can be found at:
http://www.vcccd.edu