Nonprofit
Published 11/22/25 11:49AM

Aquarium of the Bay Education Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near San Francisco, CA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    7-8 hours a month for at least 6 months
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Education
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    14+

    Description

    Aquarium of the Bay Education Volunteer

    APPLICATIONS OPEN DECEMBER 1ST.

    Are you passionate about protecting our San Francisco Bay? Would you like a chance to interact with the public and engage visitors in marine science? Become a docent and make a difference in bay conservation!

    Position Description:

    Docents are volunteers that engage with guests by sharing knowledge of our local marine animals and habitats here in the San Francisco Bay to actively promote the conservation mission of Bayecotarium.org.

    Receive docent training and continuing education experiences in a team setting with a strong sense of community and mutual support within the Education team. Learn about our bay ecosystem, practice public speaking, work with people and animals, and best of all, get behind-the-scenes access to The Aquarium of the Bay! Opportunities to join regular shifts are available most days of the week.

    Qualifications:

    All levels of experience or inexperience are welcome to apply! Bay.org volunteers that are 18+ are required to pass a background check.

    Commitment:

    Docents are required to attend orientation and training and commit to at least 8-hours a month (recommended in 4-hour sessions) for at least 6-months

    Location

    On-site
    Aquarium of the Bay - PIER 39, Embarcadero and Beach Street, San Francisco, California, US
    Embarcadero and Beach Street

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