Back to jobs
tags.new

Part-Time Animal Care Specialist- Peoria

Peoria, AZ

The Austin Centers for Exceptional Students is a multifaceted special education program, designed specifically for students with emotional disabilities, autism, intellectual disabilities, specific learning disabilities or other educational challenges. Austin Centers currently serves over a thousand students per year from more than 100 school districts and charter schools on all our campuses. Our Vision: To ignite a brighter tomorrow for every child and youth, regardless of their struggles, by providing unwavering support, world-class education, and a nurturing environment.

Part-Time Animal Care Specialist
Peoria, AZ
We are a specialized school serving students with special needs in Peoria, Arizona. As part of our educational programming, we care for a small collection of farm animals that support hands-on learning and meaningful student interaction.
We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Part-Time Animal Care Specialist to provide consistent care for our animals.
Position Overview
  • Approximately 4–5 hours per week
  • Typically 1–2 visits per week
  • Morning care generally between 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
  • Occasional flexibility on weekends or school holidays
  • Each visit averages 1–2 hours (total hours spread across one or two days)
This role is ideal for someone seeking a small number of consistent, meaningful hours and who genuinely enjoys working with animals and students.
Responsibilities
  • Feeding and watering animals
  • Cleaning in and around enclosures
  • Monitoring animal well-being and reporting any concerns
  • Providing attentive daily care and positive human interaction
  • Maintaining a safe and humane environment for all animals
Animals in Our Care
  • Horses
  • Goats
  • Poultry
Qualifications
  • Prior experience with horses preferred
  • Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working independently
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must have a mobile phone for communication
  • Preference given to candidates who live locally in Peoria
  • Flexible, part-time schedule
This is a meaningful opportunity to support a unique school environment where animals and students positively enrich one another’s daily experiences..

Pay Range

$17 - $18 USD

Joining our team means that you are part of a passionate team of professionals dedicated to meeting the needs of our exceptional students. Austin Centers is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, regardless of their background or identity.

Come help us empower bright futures: transforming lives, one student at a time!

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at The Austin Centers for Exceptional Students? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

Apply for this job

*

indicates a required field

Resume/CV*

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Cover Letter

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Education

Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...

The ACES uses text messaging to help move you through the interview process quickly. We text to share application updates, schedule interviews, and be more available to support you during the process.

Note: Selecting “no” will not eliminate you from consideration for this role. Message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile phone service plan. At any time you can get more help by replying HELP to these texts, or you can opt out completely by replying STOP. Candidate Privacy Policy & Terms of Service