The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center’s Education Program is looking for volunteers! Join our team!
We will be holding a prospective volunteer’s coffee chat on January 14th from 10am – 11:30am at the Reed Education Center at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. This will be an opportunity to meet our staff for a cup of coffee or tea, take a short tour, meet current volunteers, and learn about the programs!
Interested in teaching students but not an educator? No worries! Even if you’ve never taught before, all you need is a passion for working with young learners and being outside. We’ll teach you all the basics, how to teach and manage groups, and SERC science. There are field trip leaders and helpers, canoe guides and helpers, and those that assist with special events and outreach events. There’s a role for everyone! Volunteers also enjoy field trips, lunch n’ learns with scientists, training opportunities, behind the scenes tours, holiday gatherings, and other activities.
We’re looking for volunteers interested in:
- Teaching hands-on science outdoors
- Assisting with programs as helpers
- Fish tank and aquarium helpers
Volunteers must be 18 years or older, able to volunteer at least 2x a month or more, and take required trainings as well as pass a background check.
If you are interested in registering or have further questions, please email STEM Program Specialist, Haley Jackson ( JacksonH@si.edu ).
