Family Programs Volunteer

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The Ringling offers facilitated experiences for families with children and volunteers are needed to support these programs.

We're looking for self-directed, energetic, and dependable individuals who are physically comfortable walking and standing for prolonged periods and lifting/holding up to 10 lbs. who can comfortably engage with children and adults from diverse backgrounds.

Volunteers in this role set-up programs, lead programs under the direction of Education staff, and clean-up materials after programs. Family Programs typically occur Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, but do expand to other days during the summer months.

Conditional acceptance as a Family Programs volunteer is contingent upon successful completion of a Level 2 fingerprinting and background check.

Qualifications:

• Able to comfortably engage with children and adults from diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Comfortable standing, walking, climbing stairs, and sitting (on the floor or in a chair) for up to four hours
• Available to volunteer for programs and events on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
• Possess solid customer service and communication skills
• Have a patient and flexible disposition
• Comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions
• Be energetic, imaginative, and have a sense of fun and play
• Teaching or instructional experience preferred

To be considered, please complete our online volunteer application:
www.ringling.org/volunteer-application

Applicants ages 16 and 17 will also need to submit a signed Parent/Guardian Consent form (which can be found on our website: www.ringling.org/volunteers) along with proof of age.

Applicants will be contacted by staff regarding next steps, which include participation in a required orientation and training program.