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How much do weekend humane society volunteer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend humane society volunteer in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Humane Society Volunteer vs Animal Shelter Assistant?

AspectWeekend Humane Society VolunteerAnimal Shelter Assistant
Required CredentialsNone mandatory; some roles may prefer basic animal handling knowledgeMay require training or certifications in animal care or safety
Work EnvironmentVolunteering during weekends at shelters, assisting with animal care and adoption eventsFull-time or part-time work in shelter facilities, handling daily animal care tasks
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofit animal rescue organizations, sheltersAnimal shelters, rescue organizations, pet adoption centers
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding volunteer roles and commitmentsJob responsibilities and qualifications for paid or volunteer staff

The Weekend Humane Society Volunteer typically offers weekend assistance without requiring formal credentials, focusing on supporting shelter activities. In contrast, an Animal Shelter Assistant may have more structured responsibilities, sometimes requiring training or certifications. Both roles operate within the animal rescue industry but differ mainly in commitment level and job structure.

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Per Diem Humane Educator

Per Diem Humane Educator

Connecticut Humane Society

Newington, CT • On-site

$17.50 - $19.50/hr

Per diem

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Are you passionate about animals and enjoy working with people of all ages? The Connecticut Humane Society is seeking a Per-Diem Humane Educator to deliver engaging, interactive programs that inspire compassion for pets. This position is responsible for facilitating humane education programs for youth and adults, both onsite and in the community, as well as leading educational tours of CHS' Pet Resource Centers.
The Humane Educator will create a positive and inclusive learning environment while delivering established program content to a variety of audiences. Responsibilities include preparing program materials, setting up and breaking down program spaces, and ensuring the safety and engagement of all participants.
Additional duties include maintaining program supplies, staying informed on current animal welfare topics and organizational initiatives, and providing feedback to help improve programming. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage audiences of varying ages. Ability to maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment. Must be organized, reliable, and able to follow established program curricula. Ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers
This role requires frequent travel to offsite program locations.
This position is per diem which means there are no set days or hours. The candidate will work with the manager to sign up for classes as they get posted. CHS's educational programs occur year-round, Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm, with occasional evening programsThis position is not benefit eligible.
Please note Connecticut Humane Society does not sponsor applicants for employment visa status (e.g. non-immigrant visa status, such as H-1B visa status, and immigrant visa status, commonly referred to as a green card status).
Connecticut Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
Experience Required:
  • Have an associate's degree or at least 2 years completed towards a 4-year degree.
  • Have the ability to instruct students of varying ages from early elementary to high school in a variety of educational settings.
  • Valid drivers license, ability to be insured under our policy and access to own transportation required.
  • Strong communication

Technical Skills Required:
  • Microsoft Office Suite, Basic audiovisual equipment setup (projectors, Smartboards, microphones, virtual presentation tools such as Zoom and Google meets

Success Factor:
  • Demonstrates confidence and enthusiasm when engaging with audiences of all ages.
  • Embraces the differences in other.
  • Approaches challenges with a positive attitude, flexibility and a solutions-oriented mindset.

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