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PETA

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201 - 500 employees

Founded 1980

🤝 Non-profit

🤲 Charity

🌍 Social Impact

Non-profit • Charity • Social Impact

PETA is People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, an organization dedicated to animal rights in Asia and around the world. PETA advocates against using animals for experimentation, food, clothing, entertainment, and any form of abuse. The organization actively engages in campaigns and protests to expose animal cruelty in various industries, such as the use of animals in the food and fashion industry, and promotes veganism and cruelty-free living. PETA also collaborates with companies to eliminate unethical practices involving animals in their supply chains and works with governments to improve animal protection laws. With a focus on activism and education, PETA seeks to create a world where animals are respected and free from harm.

📋 Description

• Correspond with teachers and parents about dissection and help animals by addressing their use in classrooms nationwide • Assist with outreach to teachers looking for dissection funding on Donors Choose • Build and maintain relationships with school district leaders and decision makers to secure pilot program opportunities • Travel to and represent TeachKind and perform outreach at science educator conferences • Respond to other science-related correspondence, such as chick-hatching projects and bottle biology • Research schools, districts, and more to find opportunities to replace animals being used for dissection • Monitor sources for opportunities to offer humane science options in place of using animals • Proactively identify and contact schools about ending dissection • Write and coordinate content on the TeachKind section of PETA.org related to dissection • Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor

🎯 Requirements

• Background in science education, one year of classroom teaching experience is helpful • Extensive knowledge of issues related to the use of animals in science education • Proven familiarity with scientific terminology and virtual dissection software • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including excellent grammar and sentence structure, and knowledge of animal liberation issues • Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office software • Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail • Great phone skills—as you'll be speaking with teachers and parents to discuss replacing animals being used for dissection • Proven ability to work well under pressure and within tight deadlines • Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. • Willingness and ability to travel • Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record • Commitment to the objectives of the organization