In-Gallery Learning Volunteer (AM or PM shifts)

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In-Gallery Learning Volunteer, Museum of Science

• MUST APPLY VIA: https://volunteer.mos.org/need/
  • You will NEED to create a volunteer profile and respond to this opportunity through the Museum's Volunteer Portal

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

In-Gallery Learning encompasses visitor programs across the Museum, including within Engineering Design Workshop (EDW), Hall of Human Life (HHL), Charles River Gallery Field Station, Garden Walk/Insect Zoo, and additional in-gallery learning spaces. EDW engages visitors in facilitated hands-on engineering activities designed to introduce visitors to the engineering design process and encourage visitors to think like engineers. HHL engages visitors in hands-on activities and interpretations, designed to help visitors explore biology and human health. The Field Station encourages visitors to explore the local environment with hands-on experiences in environmental science and biology. In the Garden Walk/Insect Zoo, In-Gallery Learning collaborates with the Garden Walk/Insect Zoo staff to provide unique experiences in insect biology to visitors.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In-Gallery Learning Volunteers will primarily assist in the facilitation of drop-in activities that engage visitors in multiple activity spaces, including EDW, HHL, Charles River Gallery Field Station, and Garden Walk/Insect Zoo. Volunteers will support the daily operations of in-gallery learning spaces by assisting in the set-up, break-down, and cleaning of activity materials. Volunteers will learn facilitation techniques and best practices for engaging visitors of all ages.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interact directly with Museum visitors of all ages and backgrounds by facilitating drop-in activities in multiple In-Gallery Learning activity spaces.

• Assist the staff and interns in the daily operations of in-gallery learning spaces by assisting in the set-up, break-down, and cleaning of activity materials.

• Welcome visitors and provide excellent customer service.

• Participate in ongoing activity and facilitation training opportunities..

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently age 14 or older.

• Demonstrated interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) and/or education

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of dynamic team

• Interest in interacting with diverse Museum visitors

• Demonstrated motivation, dependability, and flexibility

SCHEDULE:

• One (1) shift/week

• 3-hour shifts: 9:30am-12:30pm (AM shift) OR 1:30pm-3:30pm (PM shift)
  

• In-Gallery Learning Volunteers are scheduled for the same shift weekly (i.e. Friday AM).

• Occasional training will be required outside of the volunteer’s normal shift, both in-person and remotely.

COMMITMENT:

• 4 months, with the opportunity to recommit.

• Volunteers cannot miss more than one shift a month without supervisor approval.

BENEFITS: Volunteer benefits include free parking in the Museum garage, close proximity to the Green Line, free admission, discounts in the Museum store and café and much more!