Education Program Coordinator 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities 

• Facilitate all aspects of Dolphin Discovery, Sharks In The Dark, Trainer For A Day, Ultimate Education Days, Wildlife Discovery, and other educational programs. 


• Recruit, hire, and train animal exhibit docents. 


• Conduct research on and develop educational programs for guest benefit. 


• Write and edit educational materials and documents. 


• Speak to guests and educate them about the animals. Answer questions and host live training sessions. 


• Maintain company website and ensure accurate information surrounding educational programs. 


• Prep and run hands-on activities including squid dissection, scavenger hunts, and other games 


• Maintain accurate log of education events and activities. 


• Develop and update standard operating procedures. 


• Perform periodic evaluation of team members and seasonal leadership. 


• Schedule animal exhibit docent coverage. Ensure ambassadors are trained adequately. 


• Maintain communication with Supervisors and other disciplines within the Animal Care Departments. 


• Follow all policies and procedures of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and the Animal Care Department. 


• Participate in the inter- and intra-departmental cross training program. 


• Perform all other duties as required. 

 Skills and Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in education, biology or similar field


• Comfort with public speaking and hosting hands-on educational presentations. 


• Ability to work with all ages especially young children. 


• Strong problem solving, training, and organization skills. 


• Availability to work varied shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays in varied weather conditions. 


• Will be required to work around animals indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions including cold and heat. 


• Duties and tasks may involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50lbs. 


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 


• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate vehicles (including but not limited to forklifts, golf carts, cars, trucks).