Volunteer Opportunity

Tactile Outer Space Facilitator

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Milwaukee, WI
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  • Details

    Time Commitment:A few hours per month
    Recurrence:Recurring
    Areas of Focus:Children & Youth, Education, Science & Technology
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation:
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Our Tactile Outer Space table uses a variety of touchable 3-D printed materials to engage visitors with outer space. Originally designed to be an accessible activity for our blind and low vision guests, but anyone can enjoy these activities! Facilitators will help guests interpret the models, help guests access the Universe of Sound website via a tablet and assist in making pipe cleaner constellations.

    Training and background materials are provided.

    Tactile Outer Space Facilitators usually sit behind a table during their shift. Set up requires minimal lifting and carrying of materials, but accommodations can be made if this is difficult for you to do on your own.

    AGE

    Minimum age 14 years old

    COMMITMENT & SHIFTS

    MINIMUM 1 shift per month for a total of 28 hours (8 shifts)

    Shifts available Wednesday-Sunday 9am-12:30pm or 12:30pm-4pm

    REQUIREMENTS

    Online background check for those over 18. Liability and Confidentiality Policy required

    Our Tactile Outer Space table uses a variety of touchable 3-D printed materials to engage visitors with outer space. Originally designed to be an accessible activity for our blind and low vision guests, but anyone can enjoy these activities! Facilitators will help guests interpret the models, help guests access the Universe of Sound website via a tablet and assist in making pipe cleaner constellations.

    Training and background materials are provided.

    Tactile Outer Space Facilitators usually sit behind a table during their shift. Set up requires minimal lifting and carrying of materials, but accommodations can be made if this is difficult for you to do on your own.

    AGE

    Minimum age 14 years old

    COMMITMENT & SHIFTS

    MINIMUM 1 shift per month for a total of 28 hours (8 shifts)

    Shifts available Wednesday-Sunday 9am-12:30pm or 12:30pm-4pm

    REQUIREMENTS

    Online background check for those over 18. Liability and Confidentiality Policy required

    Location

    On-site

    Discovery World

    500 North Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI None, United States

    How to Apply

    Please submit an application and indicate interest in the roles that speak to you. After you apply, you will receive an email, asking you to set up a phone call with our Volunteer Supervisor.

    Please submit an application and indicate interest in the roles that speak to you. After you apply, you will receive an email, asking you to set up a phone call with our Volunteer…

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