Teaching younger students requires a general knowledge of biology and other sciences plus skill at working with different kinds of learners. High school teachers who specialize in biology may also teach courses of personal interest, such as marine biology or physiology. Museums, zoos, and nature centers may also hire educators who have good biology backgrounds. At museums, educators interact with others to plan and carry out exhibitions. They might gather materials from museum collections for teaching a class.
Naturalists lead hikes in wild areas and plan educational programs.
For more information about earning a teaching degree in biology, check our curriculum guide . This major is designed for students interested in a career in vertebrate wildlife ecology research or management. The curriculum addresses both game and non-game species. Our approach is to give a broad background in ecology with an emphasis on application of ecological principals to wildlife conservation. See our Wildlife Management home page for additional information.