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5 people are interested
Exhibit Guide
ORGANIZATION: The Toledo Zoo
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5 people are interested
The Exhibit Guide Program supports the Zoo’s educational and interpretive needs in specific areas within the Zoo. Responsibilities will include:
- Greet and instruct guests at animal contact exhibits including the shark and ray touch tank and Nancy L and Martin Davidson Barnyard.
- Engage guests in educational conversations and maintain a safe animal contact experience at the sturgeon touch tank.
- Educate guests at the elephant exhibit, focusing on topics related to animal welfare and conservation.
- Educate guests at Galapagos Gardens, helping guests develop an appreciation for and understanding of reptiles.
Training
Exhibit Guides will complete a 2 step training process:
- Half Day Orientation: review of Zoo Volunteer handbook, techniques to engage guests, responsibilities, and animal information
- Mentoring Session: shadow a volunteer from our Zoo Educator program for at least 1 shift
Requirements
- Complete the required training program
- Give at least 25 hours of service, not including the half day orientation
- Schedule volunteer time in advance
- Inform the Volunteer Department if you can not make a scheduled shift.
- Applications are accepted January - August each year
More opportunities with The Toledo Zoo
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About The Toledo Zoo
Location:
P.O. Box 140130, Toledo, OH 43614, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to promote wildlife and its conservation through excellence in animal management, educational programs, and scientific activities while providing our visitors with an enjoyable, recreational, and family-oriented experience.
Description
The Toledo Zoo was founded in 1900 and features over 4,000 animals, representing over 700 individual species. We offer a well-rounded animal collection and a broad-based volunteer program.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
Education & Literacy,
Environment
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Toledo Zoo2 Hippo WayToledo, OH 43609
(41.621643 ,-83.58254 )
DATE POSTED
August 24, 2024
SKILLS
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 25 hours/year