School Programs Service Learner - Monterey Bay AquariumAt — Monterey Bay Aquarium
Service learners will support Aquarium educators and volunteers in facilitating lab programs.
As a School Programs service learner, what will I do?”
- Engage with students, chaperones, and teachers
- Share your passion for learning and/or the ocean
- Build community with other volunteers and staff
- Set up and clean up with the team
- Practice and model animal safety
Students will commit to a weekly shift:
- Shift options:
- A shift - 8:15 am - 10:45 am
- B shift - 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
- Full Shift - 8:15 am - 12:30 pm
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays
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for 10 weeks (~3 months)
MANDATORY INFO SESSION:
- TBA
Free field trips to the Monterey Bay Aquarium inspire students K-12 and the adults who support them to care about the ocean. The interactions with role models, such as the volunteers, encourage student discovery and learning about conservation and science themes. Assist with setup and/or tear down of lab programs. Engage with students and chaperones during lab programs.
8 Service Learner Slots
General orientation, education specific training.
Opportunity Supervision
Mentoring and coaching throughout from Education volunteers and staff.
If interested, please take a few minutes to complete:
(2) interest form so we can learn a bit more about your interests and availability.
Students who complete the application and interest form will be invited to attend a Service Learning info session. A Zoom link will be shared after the form is submitted. Attendance at the info session is required for students who would like to be considered for a volunteer placement.