Paleontology Interpreter - Morrison Natural History Museum

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ORGANIZATION: Morrison Natural History Museum

Morrison Natural History Museum is seeking volunteers to lead interpretive programs focused on regional paleontology and geology. Paleontology Interpreters are the primary educator in the paleontology exhibition which is a focused on local dinosaur finds.

Volunteers provide schoolchildren and unscheduled visitors with informal science education (unstructured, conversational tours) of the indoor exhibits and outdoor grounds. Included with these programs are hands-on activities such as a fossil preparation demonstration and petting a live snake.

Experience is desired, but not required. Spanish/English speakers are encouraged to apply.

Mandatory training/orientation is provided, free of charge. A minimum six-month commitment is recommended, with a monthly requirement of at least 8 hours of service.

Morrison Museum is a small institution with irregular visitor flow, volunteers are asked to assist in a secondary role, providing visitors with information, checking visitors in, monitoring the gift shop, and other duties as assigned.

Due to the demand for this volunteer position, qualified applicants may be placed on a wait list until a vacancy occurs.

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About Morrison Natural History Museum

Location:

501 Colorado Hwy 8, Morrison, CO 80465, US

Mission Statement

We serve the curious by acquiring, preserving, and displaying objects related to local paleontology while promoting critical thinking with science education and literacy.

Description

Morrison Natural History Museum is a small museum with big discoveries. Inside the modest log and stone cabin is a glimpse at the dinosaurs and other ancient life that once called Colorado home. Encounter Jurassic giants like the remains of the first Stegosaurus. Explore ancient beaches where dinosaurs roamed. Confront Ice Age beasts. Best of all, never leave the suburbs.

Morrison Natural History Museum connects visitors with local paleontology through hands-on exhibits and personalized tours. Ongoing research deepens the understanding of Colorado in the deep past. These efforts nourish touchable exhibits that are designed to be toured with a guide. A visit is the perfect orientation before exploring Red Rocks Park and Dinosaur Ridge.

Morrison Natural History Museum is a department of the Town of Morrison, Colorado. The museum is enriched and supported by a partnership with the Morrison Natural History Museum Foundation.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
Arts & Culture, Children & Youth, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

501 Colorado Hwy 8Morrison, CO 80465

DATE POSTED

March 4, 2019

SKILLS

  • Public Speaking
  • Adult Education
  • General Education
  • Multi-Tasking
  • People Skills
  • Teaching / Instruction

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • 8 hours per month
  • Minimum six month commitment

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