AMBASSADORS*

We are looking for teens who are familiar with the layout of the Zoo. These are the "go to" people when Zoo guests are looking for a particular animal, or the closest restaurant or restroom. You must be comfortable speaking with the public and behave as a positive representative of the Zoo.

* You must be at least 16 years old.

ANIMAL HANDLERS*

The animal handler program allows our visitors to get up close and personal with some of the smaller members of the children’s Zoo family such as snakes, chinchillas, hedgehogs and turtles. Teens will work with an adult volunteer and handle animals in a small theater setting to allow the visitors to touch and learn more about our animal friends.

* You must be at least 15 years old with at least 2 years of Zoo Volunteen experience and be able to commit to a four hour shift per week.

BOTANICAL CLASS AIDES*

We also have opportunities for Botanical Class Aides who will assist the Horticulture Staff in teaching kids’ summer botanical classes as scheduled. They help with crafts, games, storytelling, and garden tours. These classes are a great way to learn about plants.

* You must be at least 13 years old and be able to commit to a four hour shift per week, either with classes or gardening.

GARDEN ASSISTANT*

The Garden Assistant Program is offered through the
Horticulture Department. These volunteers help with garden maintenance
including planting, weeding, watering and various other jobs throughout the garden. This is a unique opportunity to work in many areas of the Zoo.

* You must be at least 13 years old and be able to commit to a four hour shift per week.

T.E.A.M. TEACHERS’ AIDE

You must be at least 13 years old, but instead of choosing to work one day a week, you will be required to work a full week at a time, Monday through Friday. You may choose to work as many weeks as you like, but a minimum of 2 weeks is required. You are strongly encouraged to work full day shifts, but a.m. and p.m. shifts are available. Teen Educators And Mentors (T.E.A.M.) Teachers’ Aides assist the Education staff with summer Zoo classes. They will help prepare for the daily classes, assist children with crafts and activities, and help keep children together during hikes in the zoo. These classes are a great way to learn about animals in all areas of the Zoo.

T.E.A.M. LEADER

You must be at least 15 years old with 2 years Zoo VolunTeen experience. You will be required to work a full week at a time, Monday through Friday. You may choose to work as many weeks as you like, but a minimum of 2 weeks is required. You are strongly encouraged to work full day shifts, but a.m. and p.m. shifts are available. T.E.A.M. Leaders will perform all the same duties as the Teachers’ aides, and in addition will act as role models and mentors to other T.E.A.M. teens, be responsible for checking in/out other T.E.A.M. teens as they arrive/leave for the day, and assist the Education staff with the retrieval and return of education animal ambassadors used in summer programs.

LORIKEET LANDING

You must be at least 13 years old and be able to commit to a 3-1/2 hour shift per week. Teens will interact with Zoo guests and help them feed the birds nectar and feed sticks. You will also assist with ensuring the safety of the birds in the flight cage by making sure they do not escape from the exhibit.

BIRD HOUSE
JUNIOR KEEPER

You must be at least 15 and be able to commit to a four hour shift per week. These teens will be assisting the keepers at the Wings of the World exhibit with their everday duties, such as feeding the birds, cleaning cages and other general duties at the bird house.