Edutainer, Kennedy Space Center

City, State: Merritt Island, FL
Req ID: 46484

Pay: $24.88 – $24.88 / hour

Category: Food & Beverage

Job type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Subsidiary: Parks & Resorts

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The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a full-time or part-time Edutainers to join our team at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As an Edutainer, you will be responsible for entertaining and educating guests through performances featuring memorized scripts, choreographed movements, science experiments, acting, and improvisational activities. If you have a passion for education, enjoy engaging with guests of all ages, and are excited to inspire curiosity about space exploration and STEM, we invite you to apply.

Pay

$24.88 – $24.88 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.

Health, dental, and vision insurance*
401 (k) with company match*
Paid vacation days and holidays*
Paid parental bonding leave*
Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
Weekly pay
12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
Attraction share program with 5 visits per year, with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility

What will you do?

Perform in STEAM targeted live stage productions interacting with multiple visual systems, scientific experiments, and live audiences.
Perform teasers outside of the theater, to engage the guests in science experiments that will lead them into the next timed show.
Active participant in development and trainings in S.T.E.A.M. related opportunities for guest engagement through scripted performances.
Rehearse lines, blocking, science experiments, knowledge of safety standards for chemicals and items being used.
Prepare and memorize a script for the movement trial.
Learn and follow script and safety procedures for safety restraints. Edutainers will know the ins and outs of all of their scientific experiments and be able to explain them to all levels of guests.
Prepare, clean, inventory, and properly store scientific materials.
Support extra events, launches and needs of the park as assigned.

More about you

Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to safely perform choreographed routines with theatrical movements while wearing costumes weighing approximately 15 lbs. or more.
Prior acting or professional presentation experience is required, preferably in a live scripted show with the ability to improvise and work with engaging a live audience.
Ability to perform science experiments with the proper PPE.
Experience in using electronic equipment and computer equipment such as microphones and video equipment.
Ability to memorize/stick to the script and stage blocking.
Scripted and memorize audition required.

Physical requirements

Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to push, pull, bend, stoop, crawl on knees while operating objects up to 40 pounds.
Ability to move and dance in full body costume.
Applicants must meet specific height requirements to safely perform in character costumes. Height requirements vary by character as costumes are designed for performers within designated height ranges (generally between 4’11” to and 6’1”).
This is an outdoor position that will require you to withstand year round Florida temperatures during the entire shift.

Shift details

Days
Evenings
Holidays
Weekends
Events

Who we are

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our team members discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and a 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, team members receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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Los miembros de nuestro equipo son el corazón y el alma de nuestro negocio, creando experiencias inolvidables para los huéspedes todos los días, desde el primer tee como socio oficial de catering del Campeonato de la PGA of America y la Ryder Cup nacional hasta una comida de primera clase en un lugar de sueños de Disney®. Estamos orgullosos de ofrecer innumerables oportunidades de crecimiento y aprendizaje, guiados por mentores de hospitalidad de primer nivel.

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Beneficios de EE. UU.

Todos los miembros del equipo tienen derecho a sentirse cómodos, seguros y protegidos en el trabajo. Vea lo que incluye su paquete de beneficios de Delaware North.

Employee
assistance program

For all team members

Referral
bonuses

For all team members

Flexible work
schedules

For all team members

Training and
development

For all team members

Health, dental, and
vision insurance

For eligible team members

401(k) with up to
4% company match

For eligible team members

Paid time off
and holidays

For eligible team members

Performance
bonuses

For eligible team members

Paid parental
bonding leave

For eligible team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)

For eligible team members

Weekly
pay

For hourly team members

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U.K. benefits

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weekly pay

Casual and hourly team members

Training and
development

with Attensi, our award-winning training app

33-day holiday allowance
(including bank holidays)

for permanent team members

Favorable pension
contributions

for permanent team members

Employee discounts
and perks

Access to Drewberry App

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Benefits

Food and beverage
discounts

Reward and
recognition program

Training and
development

Backing of a
global company

Flexible work
schedule

Employee assistance
program

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Hourly benefits

Weekly
pay

For hourly team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)

For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program

For all team members

Referral
bonuses

For all team members

Flexible work
schedules

For all team members

Training and
development

For all team members

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