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18 people are interested
Conservation Teen Scientist Recruitment at Zoo Miami
ORGANIZATION: Zoo Miami Foundation
Please visit the new page to apply.
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18 people are interested
The Conservation Teen Scientist program (CTS) provides high school students with valuable volunteer opportunities within Zoo Miami with a primary focus on visitor interpretation.
CTS team members increase their knowledge and awareness of environmental conservation and develop useful life skills while helping the Zoo convey conservation messages to visitors. Zoo instructors teach the CTS participants about current conservation and environmental issues and how zoos are helping to promote eco-literacy. CTS team members may also assist the Zoo at the Nutrition Center, Giraffe Feeding Station, Children's Zoo, and other areas.
Recruitment for CTS begins at the start of each school year from September to November. If interested, please contact the Volunteer Manager: isanchez@zoomiami.orgApplication materials will be available on www.zoomiami.org by the first week of September.
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About Zoo Miami Foundation
Location:
12400 SW 152 Street, Miami, FL 33177, US
Mission Statement
Zoo Miami and Zoo Miami Foundation's mission is to encourage an appreciation for the world's wildlife and to help conserve it for future generations.
Description
Zoo Miami Foundation is the non-profit support organization for Zoo Miami. Zoo Miami Foundation was founded in 1956 when the Zoo was located in Crandon Park at Key Biscayne. Starting in the mid-sixties, Zoo members spearheaded a campaign to include plans for a bigger, better zoo on the Miami-Dade County "Decade of Progress" bond issue. Voters approved the bond in 1972 and nine years later Zoo Miami opened its gates at its current location.
Today, Zoo Miami Foundati onis one of the largest membership organizations in South Florida. Its Board of Directors includes community leaders in Miami-Dade and Broward counties who are committed to the education, conservation and recreation goals of Zoo Miami. While Miami-Dade County operates and maintains the Zoo, Zoo Miami Foundation, backed by its strong membership, supports Zoo Miami's programs and enhancements.
For more information on Zoo Miami Foundation and its programs, contact us (305) 255-5551 or info@zoomiami.org.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Zoo Miami12400 SW 152 StreetMiami, FL 33177
DATE POSTED
August 27, 2016
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Animal Care / Handling
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Environmental Education
- Gardening
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- 1 year
- Application, interview, 8 training sessions, passion for wildlife conservation