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What is the highest paid job at a Zoo?

The highest paid jobs at a zoo are typically executive roles such as zoo director or chief executive officer, who oversee operations, staff, and strategic planning. These positions often require extensive experience in management, animal care, or conservation, and they can earn six-figure salaries depending on the size and funding of the institution.

Is the Cincinnati Zoo hiring?

The Cincinnati Zoo regularly posts job openings for various roles, including animal care, education, and visitor services. Interested applicants can check their official website or contact their human resources department for current opportunities and application details.

Did Thane Maynard retire?

Thane Maynard is the director of the Cincinnati Zoo and has not announced his retirement. He continues to serve in his role, overseeing animal care, conservation efforts, and public education. Any updates on his retirement would typically be shared through official zoo communications.

What is the starting pay at the Cincinnati Zoo?

The starting pay at the Cincinnati Zoo varies by position, but entry-level roles such as zookeeper assistants typically start around minimum wage, which is $10.10 per hour as of 2023. Pay rates for other roles may be higher based on experience and responsibilities.
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Infographic showing various Cincinnati Zoo job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 45% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 9% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Part-time Zoo Troop Instructor

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Cincinnati, OH

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 33 rated wildlife parks and zoos

Job description

Cincinnati Zoo amp; Botanical Garden
Part-time Zoo Troop Instructor: Education
Early Education: 18 months-Kindergarten
The educational vision of the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is to provide quality experiences that foster a sense of wonder, share knowledge, and advocate active involvement with wildlife and wild places.
Job Description: T
he Cincinnati Zoo amp; Botanical Garden Education Department is seeking creative, enthusiastic, hardworking individuals with a strong interest in environmental education and a passion for children. Zoo Troop Instructors will facilitate environmental education for groups of children ages 18 months-1st amp;2nd grade (6-8 years old) in year-round educational programing focused on whole-child development, leadership opportunities, and community building. Through live animal encounters, interactive games, crafts, Zoo hikes, and conservation challenges, instructors will help children develop a sense of wonder, build knowledge, and encourage environmental action with wildlife and wild places. In addition, instructors will be able to work with an experienced staff of environmental educators to further develop their animal handling, educational and interpretive skills.
Job Duties:
  • Instructor responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    • Successful completion of initial and ongoing Animal Handling Training and Program Training, as well as staying current on all procedures week to week.
    • Available to teach a minimum of 6 hours per week on the same day(s) of the week, every week, year-round. Current hiring for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.
    • Instruction of programs for a variety of ages between 18 months -1st amp;2nd grade(6-8 years) in accordance with the provided curriculum and training.
    • Build positive and meaningful long-term relationships with a cohort of children and their families as well as your coworkers.
    • Setting up and breaking down classroom before and after programs.
    • Assure all necessary supplies and documentation are accounted for.
    • Evaluate growth of participants’ knowledge and skills.
Qualifications:
  • Progress toward university degree in biology, education or related field; equivalent experience in the field accepted as alternative
  • Experience and/or strong interest in working with children including toddlers and preschoolers, strong communication skills, and willingness to learn to work with a variety of animals
  • Successful completion of a background check and drug screen
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. with limited assistance
  • Ability to actively instruct for up to 3 hours
Reports To: Education Program Managers
Timing: This position is set to begin the week of September 7th.
Duration: Part-time weekdays and/or weekends, year-round, emphasis during school year; other opportunities available during summer
To Apply: Visit the Cincinnati Zoo’s Job Opportunities webpage. Application must include a resume and cover letter. For tips and tricks to creating a resume and/or cover letter, please visit Miami University’s Center for Career Exploration amp; Success.

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