Early Childhood Engagement Volunteer

Position Summary:

This position is perfect if you have a passion for helping young children learn through play. In this role, you will have the chance to spend time in Port Discovery’s special exhibit spaces designed for children under five, providing visitors in those spaces with specialized engagement, education, and programming for early childhood learners.

Primary Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Support, facilitate, and engage museum visitors through Early Childhood programming including pop-up playtimes
• Interface with the Port Discovery Learning & Visitor Experience team to ensure visitor satisfaction, safety, and enjoyment
• Engage children in museum exhibits with story times, read-along sessions, and other activities designed to promote literacy
• Ensure exhibit spaces are kept orderly and exhibit items are consistently available to visitors
• Must be over the age of 15 years old and fulfill all other volunteer requirements as listed above
• Volunteer shifts for this position are available weekdays and weekends from approximately 10 AM-3 PM

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience working or volunteering with children (infants, toddlers, pre-k, and/or elementary age) preferred
• Experience with theater or other performance skills a plus
• A positive attitude and willingness to play
• Strong customer service skills and/or experience working with the public
• A flexible work attitude and ability to adapt under pressure