Opportunity Details
Family Science Night Facilitator
Sierra Nevada Journeys seeks volunteers to assist with Family Science Night educational events
· Starting timeframe: Ongoing
Sierra Nevada Journeys (SNJ) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that uses the unique outdoor classrooms of our region to deliver impactful science education to promote long-term student achievement. We do this by combining school-based curriculum, field and residential experiential programs, and professional development for teachers, creating a dynamic and comprehensive program for students and schools. Our programs offer students an opportunity to learn about nature in nature, through hands-on learning in a context that creates higher cognition and long-term student achievement.
SNJ is currently seeking capable volunteers to help develop the youth in the problem solvers, engineers, scientists, and critical thinkers of futre generations. Specifically, we are seeking individuals interested in facilitating evening Family Science Nights. These educational events bring students and their families together at their school for an evening of hands-on science exploration and design challenges.
Volunteering with Sierra Nevada Journeys is an opportunity to work with an industry-recognized organization and build your skills in: research-based methods of outdoor science education, inquiry-based instruction, and facilitating hands-on science experiences. Family Science Nights take place on weekday evenings. Volunteer time commitment would be from about 5:00-8:00pm.
Areas of Responsibility
· Family Science Night
o Provide guidance and instruction to students and their families as they engage in interactive science station activities. Training and written instructions will be provided.
o Provide guidance and instruction to families as they participate in the main event of the evening, the Design Challenge. Training will be provided.
o Support Program Director in setting up all materials associated with the Family Science Night, and breaking down upon event completion.
Qualifications of the Preferred Candidate Include
· Passionate commitment to SNJ’s mission, a desire to work with students and their families, and a drive to make a difference!
· Experience working with children of diverse ages, abilities, and cultures
· Ability to get along with a variety of students, teachers, community members and employees
· Interest in teaching science outdoors
· Ability to pass background check
· Personal means of transportation (ability to drive to school and site)
Evaluation Metrics
· Volunteers will report directly to Sacramento Program Director.
· Routine feedback by Education Team peers and Program Director.
Please send inquiry to Natalie Pritchard, Sacramento Volunteer Coordinator, at: natalie@sierranevadajourneys.org with “SNJ Volunteer, [Your Name]” in the subject line.
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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