Program Description
The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture is currently recruiting volunteer docents to work in its expanding educational programs. Docents make exhibits come alive for museum visitors of all ages.
Volunteer Benefits
This is a great opportunity for people who enjoy working with children of all ages and who are interested in:
- teaching in a non-traditional learning environment
- being part of an enthusiastic and dedicated museum staff
- engaging others in an on-going experience with the rich natural and cultural history of Washington State
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include introducing tour groups to the Museum’s exhibits and facilitating visitor learning through a combination of discussion and hands-on activities.
Time Commitment
Volunteers must complete docent training course meeting Mondays and Wednesdays, February 18-March 30 from 9:30 a.m.-noon. Training includes specific information about the exhibits presented by Burke Museum curators and staff, special sessions on teaching in a museum setting, background reading, and practice tours with current museum docents and education staff.
After training, volunteers must work at least one tour shift per week during the school year.
Dates and Locations
See above for training dates. All work is done at the Burke Museum. For more information please contact Larkin Hood at: lnapua@u.washington.edu or 206-616-4415, or visit: http://www.washington.edu/burkemuseum/join/volunteer.php. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to a background check.
Volunteer Interest Application
Are you interested in volunteering at the Burke Museum? Use the form below to express your interest. Fill out at least the required fields and press the submit button. Upon receipt of your information, the UWAA Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to verify your interest and give you more details about the opportunity. Thanks for your support!
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