JOB SUMMARY:

The Humane Educator will plan and implement a part-time humane education program in Fort Worth ISD elementary schools, with the primary goal of promoting responsible pet ownership and compassion for all living things. This position requires active participation in program delivery with the goal of giving 20-25 all day programs to about 9,000 students over the upcoming school year. The programs are given by grade level at each school over the course of one day.

Working with the humane education coordinator, the humane educator will:

• Schedule and teach humane education programs at FWISD elementary programs, summer camps, and afterschool programs.
• Prepare, track, and submit reports, including the number of programs delivered and number of students that receive these lessons.
• Stuff goody bags as needed (when volunteers are unavailable to help).
• Maintain an inventory of books and goody bag items given to the students.
• Be an ambassador for Spay Neuter Network in representing and teaching compassion and empathy to people and animals.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, and QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field preferred, but not required.
• Training and/or experience working with children of all ages preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, presentation skills, and time management skills.
• Positive attitude as well as ability to be self-motivated and disciplined.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of teaching methods to accommodate students’ varied learning processes. Skill in lesson planning and presentation.
• Must be able to stand all day to teach multiple classes at each school.
• Must love animals and not be afraid of pets. (Position does not require you to work with live animals.)
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving and criminal record.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Sincere interest in SNN mission and vision.
• Background check must be free of any incidents of cruelty to animals.

SNN EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE:

• Treat animals humanely, with love and concern, both on and off the job, and transmit these values to others.
• Adhere to organization’s policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all state and local laws regarding personally owned animals.
• Provide accurate information and courteous service to the public at all times.
• Make a good appearance and can deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor about program issues.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Consistently report to work on time prepared to perform duties of position.
• Willing to participate in meetings and share ideas and suggestions designed to improve working conditions and the organization’s ability to meet its goals.
• Able to maintain accurate records, write and speak effectively regarding the principles, purposes and objectives of SNN.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and endure long periods of standing and bending. Tolerate intermittent exposure to high noise levels.

PERFORMANCE FACTORS AND NECESSARY SKILLS:

• Communicate effectively with superiors, colleagues and individuals both within and outside of SNN. Have above average communication and customer service skills.
• Be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time, have minimal absences, and be depended on to complete tasks and responsibilities of your position.
• Work effectively and relate well with others. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain and improve constructive working relationships.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

SNN has the right to revise this Position Description at any time.

SNN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire and promote in all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, familial status, marital status, height, weight, handicap or disability in accordance with state and federal laws, or veteran status. It is our policy that all personnel decisions, such as hires, rate of compensation, benefits, promotions, or other actions, be based on objective, job‑related qualifications and performance standards and will be consistently administered without compromise.