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Camp Teachers

Camp BioPark teachers are well-trained and qualified educators. Teachers work with BioPark staff to develop their curriculum and activities. Our camps have low student-to-teacher ratios, and volunteers provide additional assistance.

Teachers Wanted

Updated 3/19/12

The Albuquerque BioPark is now hiring teachers for summer educator roles at the Albuquerque BioPark’s Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden. All hired teachers must attend a mandatory training on Saturday, May 12, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., and work from the week of June 4 - July 27.

The minimum education and experience requirements are a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in science, education, or a related field, plus one year full time teaching experience, formal or informal, preferably in the sciences. Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis. All applicants must pass a background check.

Pay rate for both positions: $14.00 per hour; hours per week varies with assignment.

To apply: Email resume and cover letter to Kathryn Venzor, BioPark Education Curator, at kvenzor@cabq.gov or send to 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104. For more information, please call 505-848-7183.

Application deadline: Friday, April 6 at 5 p.m. Interviews will be conducted in April.

The individuals selected as the Camp BioPark Teachers will:

  • Conduct one or more of 15 different week-long day camps for grades K-1, 2-3, 4-6 or 7-9. See www.abqbioparkcamp.com for a complete list of classes.
  • Develop and implement daily lesson plans and activities for the assigned class.
  • Promote conservation through experiential learning utilizing the BioPark’s exhibits and grounds.
  • Maintain a safe learning environment.
  • Engage each child in an active, inquiry based, child-centered atmosphere.
  • Work with volunteers assigned to assist with each Camp BioPark class.
  • Communicate effectively with BioPark staff, campers and parents/guardians of campers.
  • Perform general administrative tasks as needed associated with Camp BioPark.

Work schedule: Monday-Friday; 8am-4:30pm for full-day camps (with 30 minute lunch; not to exceed 40 hours per week), 8am-12:30pm or 12:00-4:30pm for half-day camps. Camp BioPark runs from June 4-July 27. Not all camps are offered every week. Paid training and prep time is available May 12-June 1.

The individuals selected as the Nature Guide Facilitators will:

  • Oversee the BioPark Nature Guides, which are a group of teens (ages 14 and up) along with adult captains who volunteer at learning centers throughout the BioPark facilities, called Nature Stations. This position is a very hands-on and participatory role spent mainly out on the facility grounds.
  • Develop and conduct Nature Guide volunteer training classes.
  • Facilitate and supervise the daily teaching done by the Nature Guides.
  • Develop a positive mentorship to keep Nature Guides engaged and challenged.
  • Conduct on-the-job training for new Nature Guides.
  • Develop and implement new Nature Stations and activities.
  • Rotate work site between the Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden.
  • Communicate effectively with BioPark Education staff, volunteers and parent/guardians.
  • Perform general administrative tasks as needed associated with the BioPark Nature Guide Program.

Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm with a 30 minute lunch; up to 40 hours per week. The Nature Guide program runs from June 4-July 27. Paid training and prep time is available May 14-June 1.

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