At the Monterey Bay Aquarium, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. We firmly believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices, working together, increases our capacity to serve our visitors and fulfill our mission. We welcome people from all walks of life into our team and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Job Summary:
Under direct supervision, support Education program deliveryfor high school volunteers in our Teen Conservation Leaders program. Provide logistical program support; coordinate the acquisition of project supplies and resources; supervise and lead some activities with program participants; perform other duties as assigned.
Core Activities:
- Supervise program participants (e.g., teachers, teens), including youth. This includes:
- Lead Aquarium tours for program participants
- Answer participant questions during educational activities in classrooms, in the field, and in the Aquarium
- Assist staff with group management in the Aquarium and in the field
- Troubleshooting mobile technology
- Supervise, coach, and mentor teen volunteers as they interpret to Aquarium guests OR as they support Education staff in delivering educational programs to youth and/or teachers.
- Assist Education staff in training teen volunteers to interpret Aquarium exhibits, marine animals, and ocean ecosystems to Aquarium guests and program participants.
- Deliver short-term educational sessions to program participants
- Acquire, organize, and prepare program supplies, including physical and digital educational materials, food, and outdoor equipment.
- Assist in the set-up and maintenance of technology, such as iPads and cameras.
- Support program staff in preparing program spaces and materials.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
- Bilingual
- Experience as an alumnus of the Teen Conservation Leaders volunteer program highly recommended
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Effective time management skills with the ability to support multiple simultaneous projects
- Flexible with changes in work priorities
- Comfort using technology, including but not limited to cameras, iPad apps, Google Suite, and web-based educational tools
- Ability to work within, and maintain Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Core Values
Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Job Functions:
- Lifting up to 35 pounds
- Carrying up to 25 pounds
- Pushing/Pulling up to 50 pounds
Hourly Compensation:
$21.00 Per Hour