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Featured Exhibits Volunteer Educator
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Location:
Portland, Oregon, 97214, United States
Organization:
OMSI - Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
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Start date:
March 7, 2009
Sex:
All are welcome
Skill(s):
public speaking
Area of Focus:
Children and Youth, Community Service and Volunteering, Education and Academia
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End date:
March 8, 2010
Age:
Seniors (65 and over), Adults (18-64)
Language(s):
English
Last updated:
March 7, 2009
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Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: Volunteers in the Featured Exhibits Hall share science in the context of a regularly changing exhibit. Volunteers will interact with visitors through science demonstrations, activities, and answering questions. Because of the nature of the hall, duties may vary considerably.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Facilitate new activities and demonstrations for different age groups, ranging from arts and crafts to physics and engineering, depending on the topic of the current featured exhibit.
• Interact with visitors to help them explore and learn from Featured Hall exhibits.
• Assist educators during classes as classroom aides.
• Assist staff in the development, safety, and maintenance of the hall.
This hall provides an exciting, evolving and changing environment. Volunteers will be able to enjoy OMSI and science from an insider's perspective!
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Skillful in facilitating use of exhibits and translating scientific information age-appropriately.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Able to maintain a calm, pleasant, and cheerful demeanor in a variety of atmospheres.
• Able to listen and communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and age levels.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Self-directed and willing to take initiative.
• Must present a professional appearance.
• Willing to follow OMSI rules and procedures.
AVAILABILITY:
Volunteers are needed on Saturdays.
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
• Training and a lifelong learning experience.
• Admission for the volunteer to the museum, OMNIMAX and Planetarium shows, and USS Blueback submarine tours.
• An OMSI Family Membership upon completion of 50 hours of volunteer service.
• Discounts in the Café and Science Store.
• The opportunity to meet many new people and learn more about OMSI.
How to Apply:
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Permalink:
http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/VolunteerOpportunity/104230-155/c
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