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21 people are interested
Docent
ORGANIZATION: Bergen County Zoo
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21 people are interested
Docents are dedicated volunteers who serve as educators and interpreters throughout the Zoo. In addition, they provide tours and assist with a variety of educational programs both inside the Zoo and in the local community all year long. Docents commit to three training sessions and at least four hours of volunteering a month. Applications are due by February 9 th, 2024.
Docent Application can be found here: https://www.friendsofbergencountyzoo.org/volunteer
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About Bergen County Zoo
Location:
216 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652, US
Mission Statement
The Bergen County Zoo provides a clean, aesthetically-pleasing facility that meets or exceeds the physical, environmental, and behavioral needs of the animals in its care. The goal of the zoo is to develop and maintain exhibits which emphasize natural behavior, encourage longevity, and promote breeding success.
Description
The Bergen County Zoo is a "New World" zoo, exhibiting wildlife from North and South America. You have the unique opportunity to view such rare and unusual species as Baird’s Tapir, Andean Condor, American Alligator, Golden Lion Tamarin, and many others.
The zoo provides a unique and effective educational experience that fosters an appreciation for the interrelationships between the animals and their environments. It provides an enjoyable recreational experience for the residents and visitors of Bergen County.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
Children & Youth,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
216 Forest AvenueBergen CountyParamus, NJ 07661
(40.9275 ,-74.0388 )
DATE POSTED
November 26, 2024
SKILLS
- General Education
- Environmental Education
- Adult Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Applications due in February, Training in March
- Interview required after application submission