Drivers Wanted! Volunteer to Drive with Girl Scouts

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Calling all driving enthusiasts! The Mobile STEM Center + MakerSpace is looking for drivers to take our mobile learning lab on the road. The Mobile STEM Center will be bringing mobile learning to girls throughout our 18 counties and is based in Sacramento. The RV unit is staffed with a full-time activity facilitator; this position is as a volunteer driver and does not need any experience with STEM or working with children. The vehicle does not transport children.

The GSHCC STEM Center + MakerSpace is a place where girls can incorporate scientific discovery in their lives. Activities will focus on key aspects of STEM: Engineering, Programming, and Biology & Environmental Sciences. The center also encourages the use of design thinking and collaborative problem solving. Through a variety of cooperative learning opportunities and hands-on experimentation, girls will hone key STEM-related skills such as creativity, innovation, critical thinking and problem solving all while having fun and gaining confidence. Plus, they’ll learn about STEM careers and meet female STEM professionals while they’re at it.

Qualifications:

• Skilled in operating large buses or recreational vehicles (RVs)
• Experience working with children ages 5-18, helpful but not necessary
• Can lift a minimum of 10 pounds
• Punctual, dependable, enthusiastic, flexible and positive attitude

Responsibilities:

• Drive Mobile STEM Center to activity sites, assisting in set up and clean-up of activities
• Assist in basic maintenance and safety checks when vehicle is in operation (pre/post trip checks)
• Provide security while Mobile STEM Center activities in operation
• Plans routes based on road and traffic conditions

Requirements:

• Must be over 25 years old
• Experience in operating/driving large buses or recreational vehicles (RVs), no special license is required. (A skills test may be required.)
• Register as an adult member of Girl Scouts and pass a background check ($25 cost to volunteer)
• Attend GSHCC Volunteer Orientation
• Complete STEM Center + MakerSpace volunteer training

Benefits of volunteering in this role:

• Work in a diverse setting with an emphasis on building girls’ knowledge of sciences, technology and maker skills
• Expand your professional network; list volunteer work on LinkedIn and be recognized for your contributions and service
• Students: This position is eligible for community service hours (Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

Hours & Location:

Volunteer hours are somewhat flexible, and depend on the workshop and activity site. Workshops are held at the STEM Center anytime between:

• Tuesdays - Thursdays: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Sacramento County)
• Fridays - Saturdays: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Workshops are 90 minutes in length, or longer, depending on the specific curriculum. Activity sites range from local schools in Sacramento County, to rural areas of our council, such as Yuba City or Merced. After you sign up to drive to a specific workshop site, directions and arrival details will be communicated to you from Girl Scout staff.