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Flexible Schedule
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Burlington, VT 05401
For ages 16 years and older Please note: ECHO requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 for all volunteers, interns, and staff Encourage museum guests to get hands-on and explore science by doing in our Engineer It gallery! To complete an application, visit http://bttr.im/9xi4v Engineer It Facilitators guide learners through hands-on activities by asking questions, having meaningful conversations, and encouraging guests to think like scientists. As a Facilitator, you will lead museum guests through engaging activities in a variety of science fields, with a focus on problem solving and the Engineering Design Process. What will I do as an Engineer It Facilitator? Facilitate hands-on science and engineering activities for a diverse audience with guests of all ages Empower guests to solve problems and think like scientists Encourage guests to share ideas and work together Work collaboratively with other volunteers and staff Keep learning and adapting to changes at ECHO and in scientific understanding Assist with festivals and special events as needed Time Commitment: Minimum of 4 months of volunteer service Minimum of one 3 hour shift per week (more shifts available if wanted) Occasional 30 minute virtual and in person training (no more than 1 per month) Shift Times: Shifts available 7 days a week! Morning Shifts: 10:30 - 1:30pm Afternoon Shifts: 2 - 5pm Training Sessions: 1:30 - 2pm What do I need to be successful in this position? Willingness to initiate friendly conversations with guests of all ages and backgrounds Enthusiasm for learning about a variety of science fields Interest in personal growth and improvement as an educator; willingness to receive training and feedback Enthusiasm for working as part of a team of ECHO volunteers and staff educators What will I learn? How to facilitate hands-on science activities Skills used to teach guests of all ages and knowledge levels How to ask questions to support learning and understanding Helping guests problem-solve and work out their own creative solutions How to empower guests to see themselves as scientists Science Concepts Big-picture scientific concepts from a variety of fields (e.g. physics, chemistry, lake science, engineering, etc.) Engineering Design Process and the scientific method Creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication skills What opportunities are there to grow and take on more responsibilities? Creating STEM activities - working with staff to develop hands-on activities and engineering design challenges Do research to help update ECHO’s educational content Train new volunteers in activities and inquiry-based learning strategies What benefits will I receive as an ECHO volunteer? 20% discount at ECHO’s Gift Shop Free admission to ECHO for the volunteer Free coffee & tea in volunteer lounge Annual appreciation events Professional development opportunities Volunteer social gatherings ECHO day passes, distributed quarterly ECHO branded gear & gifts ECHO memberships Letters of recommendation/reference Interested in joining us? Click here to fill out an application! We're looking forward to reading your application!
Date Posted: Oct 15, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Burlington, VT 05401
Volunteers must be ages 16 and up. Please note: ECHO requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 for all volunteers, interns, and staff Encourage guests to dive deeper into ECHO’s exhibits! To complete an application, visit http://bttr.im/9xi4v Gallery Docents use objects and artifacts to educate, tell stories, and open guests’ eyes to the joy and wonder of nature. They are experts on ECHO’s gallery spaces and the natural history of Vermont, with a focus on the Champlain Valley. Gallery docents educate not only by sharing facts, but by engaging guests in meaningful conversations. What will I do as a Gallery Docent? Initiate conversations about ECHO’s numerous exhibit galleries with guests on the museum floor Tell stories that will connect artifacts/props with gallery narratives to entertain, educate, and create an immersive guest experience Engage guests by asking meaningful questions Work independently to facilitate activities that complement gallery exhibits Continue learning and adapting as science, news, and ECHO’s galleries change Assist with festivals and special events as needed Time Commitment: Minimum of 4 months of volunteer service Minimum of one 3 hour shift per week (more shifts available if wanted) Occasional 30 minute virtual and in person training (no more than 1 per month) Shift Times: Shifts available 7 days a week! Morning Shifts: 10:30 - 1:30pm Afternoon Shifts: 2 - 5pm Training Sessions: 1:30 - 2pm What do I need to be successful in this position? Willingness to initiate friendly conversations with a diverse audience of guests ages 0 - 100 Excitement to continually learn and grow through your journey as an educator Interest in diving into ECHO galleries to learn about the history and ecology of the Lake Champlain Basin Interest in working as part of a team with other volunteers and staff educators What will I learn? Biology, Ecology, History, and More ECHO’s gallery spaces and animal ambassadors (Please note this position does not include animal handling) Facts about the biology of species that live in and around Lake Champlain The geologic history of Lake Champlain Issues impacting Lake Champlain How to Provide a Great Guest Experience How to teach and engage guests of all ages and backgrounds How to interpret natural and human-made artifacts to connect guests to the story of the Lake Champlain Basin What opportunities are there to grow and take on more responsibilities? Gallery talks - work with educators to develop short talks about a concept or species Research to help update ECHO’s educational content Training and acting as a mentor to other volunteers What benefits will I receive as an ECHO volunteer and Gallery Docent? 20% discount at ECHO’s Gift Shop Free admission to ECHO for the volunteer Free coffee & tea in volunteer lounge Annual appreciation events Professional development opportunities Volunteer social gatherings ECHO day passes, distributed quarterly ECHO branded gear & gifts ECHO memberships Letters of recommendation/reference A volunteer experience fitted to your unique skill sets and goals
Date Posted: Oct 15, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Burlington, VT 05401
For ages 16 years and older Please note: ECHO requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 for all volunteers, interns, and staff To complete an application, visit http://bttr.im/7vetp Learn and assist in a professional animal facility as is provided in Association of Zoo and Aquarium accredited institutions throughout the US, for native fish and reptiles, as well as native and exotic amphibians. After initial hands-on training, volunteers will be expected to accomplish daily husbandry tasks independently. Time Commitment: A full semester or summer commitment (usually 3-4 months). Minimum of one 4 hour shift per week. Shifts Times: Shifts available 7 days a week! Morning Shifts: 7 - 11am Afternoon Shifts: 12 - 4pm What do I need to be successful in this position? Applicants should be able to work independently, be active, enthusiastic, detail-oriented, reliable, and willing to get wet and/or dirty! Occasional heavy lifting (up to 60 pounds) may be required. What benefits will I receive as an ECHO volunteer? 20% discount at ECHO’s Gift Shop Free admission to ECHO for the volunteer Free coffee & tea in volunteer lounge Annual appreciation events Professional development opportunities Volunteer social gatherings ECHO day passes, distributed quarterly ECHO branded gear & gifts ECHO memberships Letters of recommendation/reference
Date Posted: Oct 15, 2021
