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Published 16 days ago

Be a classroom hero! Volunteer with Science is Elementary today.

Science is Elementary
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Milpitas, CA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    1.5 hours per month plus one annual training session.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    25
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers will be asked to complete a background clearance check and to provide proof of a negative TB test.

    Description

    Have you been looking for a way to support early elementary teachers and students? Consider volunteering with Science is Elementary (SiE).

    We are looking for adults with a background in science, engineering, or education who are interested in volunteering just two hours a month. Science is Elementary provides all lesson plans, materials, and training. This year we are working with transitional kindergarten - 3rd grade classrooms at public schools in Milpitas.

    SiE brings engaging science lessons to under-served classrooms once a month. Volunteers work with small groups of students to go through fun, hands-on experiments. You'll learn, you'll experience joy, and you'll make a difference in the lives of some amazing students.

    "It is very fulfilling that with very little I could be making a real impact in their lives." - Javier

    "If I can inspire a few children to be excited about science, even if just for a day, that's awesome." - Carmen

    "I enjoy doing the experiments as much as the kids do!" - Subash

    Watch our video to learn more: SiE 10th Anniversary 2018

    Location

    On-site
    Milpitas, CA 95035, USA

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