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24-25 UCA Marine Science Youth and Volunteer Educator

At the Charleston Marine Life Center, the Marine Science Youth and Volunteer Educator will lead programming for preK-12th grade students (35%), mentor a small number of community college students in marine science studies and careers (10%), and support CMLC’s volunteer program by providing training on aquarium care and education program delivery as well as volunteer management support (40%). AmeriCorps Member’s remaining time is for AmeriCorps activities and professional development (15%). United Communities AmeriCorps (UCA) partners with local organizations to host members in meaningful service projects to meet critical needs in SW Oregon. UCA projects improve access to community programs in project focus areas of Education, Economic Opportunity and Healthy Futures. Members engage clients in their dedicated service project, and then use their experience to recruit, retain, and support community volunteers. Members serve full-time for 11 months, totaling 1,700 hours for the term of service. Our positions have benefits (education award, monthly stipend, training opportunities, etc). For more information and position descriptions, visit: www.ucancap.org/americorps. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis as qualified candidates are identified. Selection may be made prior to the application deadline. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

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Member Duties : • Train volunteers in aquarium care and animal husbandry techniques • Assist with ongoing aquarium care and animal husbandry • Develop and lead preK-12th grade programming • Train volunteers on delivery of CMLC education programs • Mentor community college students via engagement in hands-on exploratory programs in marine science, including coastal and dock-side explorations and conversations with UO students and marine professionals • Assist with recruitment, recognition, retention and management of volunteers • Document program and training protocols, lessons learned, and best practices • Implement and/or develop systems to inform Volunteer Management Goals. • Complete and submit all necessary UCA paperwork and reports in a timely manner. • Attend and complete all UCA training and service requirements including orientation, trainings, team meetings, and National Days of Service (Make a Difference Day, MLK Jr. Day, and a June Service Event).

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Health Coverage , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :
Environment , Education , Community Outreach .

Skills :
Fine Arts/Crafts , Public Speaking , Education , Recruitment , Marine Biology , Leadership .

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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National

Program
24-25 UCA Marine Science Youth and Volunteer Educator

Program Start/End Date
08/29/2024 - 07/31/2025

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 17 Maximum: 99

Program Locations	OREGON

Accepting Applications
From 05/01/2024 To 07/31/2024

Contact	Erik Wood
251 NE Garden Valley Blvd
Roseburg OR 97470
5414923919
erik.wood@ucancap.org
www.ucancap.org/americorps

Listing ID	122656


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