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4 people are interested
Gallery Educator
ORGANIZATION: Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
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4 people are interested
Role summary:
To share exciting information with guests about the animals that live here
Bringing guests closer to what they are learning about
Be present, approachable and friendly in the galleries to guests
Handle animal props responsibly while sharing them with guests
Desired skills and experience:
Be able to present to groups of people (small and large)
Be comfortable speaking about biology
Any extra languages you speak are an added bonus!
Be able to stand on your feet for 4 hours at a time (no sitting during your shift, unless you are on break).
Any nature, science, diving, water, research, biology, chemistry experience an asset, but NOT required.
Commitment:
One-four hour shift weekly
Min. 50 hour commitment
Work environment:
Indoors and Outdoors of the Aquarium
May be in heat or rain
Be dressed appropriately for the weather
Shifts Available:
Monday - Friday; 10:15 am - 2:45 pm
Monday - Sunday; 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Training:
Core #1 training Sept 24, 27, 30 or Oct 12; 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Core #2 training Oct 5 or Oct 15Sunday, June 4; 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Specific training Oct 17; 5:15 pm - 9:00 pm
Date Volunteers Start: Week of Oct 22, 2017
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About Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
Location:
845 Avison Way, Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2, CA
Mission Statement
The Vancouver Aquarium is a self-supporting, non-profit society dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through display, communication, public programming and education, research and direct action.
Description
The Vancouver Aquarium is a recognized leader in connecting people to our natural world. As a self-supporting, non-profit association, the Aquarium is dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through display and interpretation, education, research and direct action. More than 35 million people have visited the Aquarium since our opening in 1956. Located in Stanley Park, we’re open to visitors from around the world 365 days a year.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Vancovuer Aquarium845 Avison WayVancouver, BC Canada
DATE POSTED
August 26, 2017
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Public Speaking
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 19
- Orientation or Training
- One 4 hour shift weekly Min. 50 hour commitment