Kids Room On-Floor Educator

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Engage young guests with ready-made, fun, hands-on activities and support the daily operation of this early childhood exhibit space. This opportunity is suitable for any eligible-aged volunteer seeking any length of volunteering time, starting at three months to indefinitely.

Duties:

• Support children’s learning through play

• Lead hands-on science, math, art, engineering, and literacy activities

• Provide excellent customer service

• Assist with the daily upkeep of the exhibit space

Required Skills:

• Experience working with young children

• Friendly, pleasant demeanor

• At ease with people of all ages

Physical requirements:

• Ability to stand for periods of time up to one hour

• Ability to work with children at their eye level (i.e., ability to get onto floor and get up again)

Training: Provided by Kids Room staff

Schedule: 4-hour shifts are available Monday-Sunday. Volunteers must be able to commit to one 4-hour shift two times a month for at least 3 months, but a willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

Visit http://www.marylandsciencecenter.org/volunteer for more information and to get a volunteer application. All volunteers must submit an application, and volunteer appointments are by interview only. All applicants (over the age of 18) must complete a background check and orientation session, prior to volunteering.