| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3847 |
| Organization | Maritime Museum of BC |
| Position | Learning Facilitator Volunteer at the Maritime Museum of British Columbia |
| Location | 744 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Maritime Museum of BC. The Maritime Museum of BC Learning Facilitator Volunteers enhance the learning opportunities that we offer. Learning Facilitators will contribute to quality learning opportunities at the Museum, whether it be facilitating small group conversations during School Programs, helping a struggling participant during Creative Workshops, or interacting with museum visitors through artefact interpretation. By sharing your time, you help us with our mission to: Engage communities in witnessing and preserving maritime heritages. |
| Description |
Learning Facilitators will contribute to quality learning opportunities at the Museum Duties: engage with museum visitors by interpreting exhibits and artefacts, set-up and take down of programs, assist with a variety programs including facilitating small group activities, developing own content, covering front desk if needed. Benefits: Work in a safe, healthy workplace, Access to necessary and ongoing training needed to fulfill your volunteer role(s) Opportunities to seek new roles that are relevant to your interests Volunteer appreciation events Free entry into the Museum while you are an active volunteer Discount on Membership 10% off gift shop purchases Discuss any accessibility needs Receive a letter of hours completion upon request (min of 40hrs required) |
| Training Details | Training will be provided through online training modules as well as on site training. Training will include how to work with different ages groups and how to handle potentially difficult conversations. Volunteers will usually work alongside a coordinator during program implementation. Staff members always on-site to assist with questions. |
| Working Conditions | • Crouching, sitting and bending are involved. Working with children (increased exposure to germs and bodily fluids, difficult behaviours), a chance of uncomfortable conversations and exposure to animal furs. Training and safety measures will be provided. Volunteers snacks are available. Possibility for lots of down time to work on personal projects or research. |
| Minimum Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekend - Daytime |
| Time Detail |
2-4 hour shifts Tuesday through Saturday |
| Age | 16+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Children/Youth, Heritage/Museum, Teaching/Tutoring |
| Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Facilitation and Training, Community Knowledge/Awareness, Computer Skills, Continuous Learning |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://mmbc.bc.ca/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Laura Robin |
| Phone | 2503854222 Ext. 104 |
| Address | 744 Douglas Street Victoria, V8W 3M6 |
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