Teen Tech Facilitator

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Recruiting Organization: OMSI - Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

POSITION SUMMARY: Volunteers engage visitors to design and create projects in the

Teen Tech Center (TTC). The TTC is a free multimedia and creative technology-

focused maker space specifically for ages 13-18. We provide space, materials, and

support so teens can express themselves creatively and gain hands-on experience

with high tech tools and programs. Successful volunteers will encourage youth to

create through questions rather than lecture-style instruction, maintain a flexible

outlook, and be ready to take on any challenge.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Encourage visitors to explore, collaborate, innovate, and create personal projects.
• Mentor teens by asking open-ended questions, co-investigating, and using other facilitation techniques to help promote exploration and innovation.
• Provide guidance if needed in the inspiration, resource gathering, and creation of daily projects and activities.
• Maintain the integrity and appearance of the space.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and inviting environment for visitors and staff.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Eager to facilitate visitor-led and visitor-centered experiences.
• Excited about teaching and learning through play and experimentation.
• Comfortable with open-ended problem solving.
• Desire to communicate accurate science and technology content in an engaging way with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Self-motivated with strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable with actively engaging with 13-18 year olds in a positive, consistent manner.
• Passionate about tinkering, building, and making things with others.
• Dependable and punctual; ability to adhere to a regular schedule preferred
• Commitment to safety and willing to uphold OMSI rules and procedures.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Experience with creative technologies, including: Adobe Creative Suite, Pro Tools, Ableton, AutoCAD, Scratch, etc.
• Experience with arts/crafts including: sewing, embroidery, knitting, drawing, painting, etc.

SCHEDULE AND SUPPORT:

• Typical Schedule: The TTC is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 2:30 pm to 7:00 pm and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Minimum hours: 8 hours a month. 4 hours every/other week
• Attend the following trainings or classes with OMSI:
• Volunteer Orientation
• Emergency Procedures
• Mandatory Reporter
• Area specific training
• Supervisor will provide ongoing training on Teen Tech Center equipment and software during the shifts.

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:

• Participation in an opportunity to provide input and feedback in the development of a new area of the museum.
• Training and a lifelong learning experience.
• Admission for the volunteer to the museum, theater and planetarium shows, and submarine tours.
• An OMSI Family Membership upon completion of 50 hours of volunteer service.
• Discounts in the OMSI Science Store and on-site restaurants.
• The opportunity to meet many new people and learn more about OMSI.

To apply or learn more, visit our website at www.omsi.edu/volunteer

Stipend ProvidedFalse

Training ProvidedFalse

Housing AvailableFalse

Language/Cultral Support AvailableFalse

Wheelchair Accessible

Fee RequiredFalse

Fee Amount: None

This opportunity is recurring