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Junior Docent- STEM based

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ORGANIZATION: THE SPACE FOUNDATION

Northrop Grumman Science on a Sphere
Science On a Sphere® (SOS), the centerpiece of the Northrop Grumman Science Center, was developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The world's first dynamic spherical projection system, SOS uses special software, satellite imagery and four projectors to render images onto the global surface that provide dramatic, full-motion views of the Earth, Sun, moons and planets in space

Are you good with people and interested in "space/science stuff"? A "docent" is a volunteer that acts as a guide for the Discovery Center Museum gallery. Docents introduce artifacts and exhibits to visitors, answer visitors' questions, assist with school and public visitation groups, and overall act as a steward of the museum labs and gallery. To be successful in this role you must be friendly and enjoy working with people of all age groups, abilities, and backgrounds. Having an interest in space is recommended, but if you enjoy STEAM in general you will thrive here! An important factor to keep in mind for this position: you need to be able to learn, retain and relate information effectively (the information will be provided to you).

2 Shifts

  • morning / 09:30 AM to 01:00 PM MST - Spots available: 8
  • afternoon / 12:30 PM to 01:00 PM MST - Spots available: 10+
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About THE SPACE FOUNDATION

Location:

4425 Arrowswest Dr, 4425 Arrowswest Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80907, US

Mission Statement

The Space Foundation pursues an exciting mission addressing space awareness and education: To vigorously advance civil, commercial and national security space endeavors for a brighter future. To passionately provide and support educational excellence through the excitement of space.

Description

The United States Space Foundation (Foundation), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1983, has re-focused and energized its mission and goals under new leadership since 1997. While other organizations focus on classroom activities for children or curriculum development, the Foundation Education Team‚s core competency is professional development for kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12) teachers. The Foundation formed strategic partnerships and alliances with these organizations and with others in the pre-college and higher educational community, government and industry in order to help achieve the education mission.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Computers & Technology
Children & Youth, Community, Computers & Technology

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 2 shifts

WHERE

4425 Arrowswest Dr.Colorado Springs, CO 80907

(38.89572,-104.86311)
 

DATE POSTED

May 19, 2025

SKILLS

  • Teaching / Instruction
  • Astronomy
  • Exhibition Arts
  • Computer Science
  • Community Outreach
  • STEM

GOOD FOR

  • Teens

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 15
  • Orientation or Training
  • The shifts are 9:30am - 1pm or 12:30 - 4pm, Tuesdays- Saturdays. The main need we have is Thurs, Fridays and Saturdays.

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