Imagine Children’s Museum is seeking eight dynamic high school and college students (aged 16 years or older
who are enrolled in school) to provide support during this summer’s Discovery Club Enrichment Program. The individuals who are selected for this program will work directly with early elementary school students, acting as
role models and leaders throughout the six-week long program.

You must be available every Monday and Thursday from July 9–August 23, plus 20 hours of training during the
last week of June. There are no exceptions. If you will not be available on all of these days, please do not apply.
Students in this program will learn important classroom management and team building skills, practice teaching lessons and leading activities with small and sometimes large groups, become a part of a strong education
team and receive a letter of recommendation at the end of the summer. This is a great opportunity for students
who are considering a career working with children.

For consideration in this program, you must:

• Love working with children ages 7-11
• Be dependable and responsible
• Be able to follow directions and act in a leadership role with children
• Have a professional appearance (e.g., no visible tattoos or body/facial piercings)
• Be collaborative and able to take constructive criticism and apply it to work
• Have the ability to maintain a high level of energy and physical activity for 6–8 hours per day)
• Be able to pass a Washington State Background Check
• Be able to climb stairs and lift up to 25 pounds

To apply, please:

• Write a paragraph explaining why you are interested in this position
• Complete and submit the volunteer application
• Read and sign commitment form
• Include three letters of recommendation from non-family members who know your skills and abilities (e.g., teacher, youth leader, coach or employer)
• Submit all of the above to educationmgr@imaginecm.org or mail to the below address before June 15, 2012:

Contact
Beth Raas-Bergquist, Education Manager
educationmgr@imaginecm.org
Imagine Children’s Museum
1502 Wall Street
Everett, WA  98201

 

Description
The intern will work with the public by facilitating the use of the Museum's Art Studio, creating a "guest ready" atmosphere in the Art Studio, assisting in the preparation of art projects, facilitating art activities, and supporting guest artists.

Supervisor
Creative Arts Manager

Job Tasks

• Interact with visitors (children and adults) to encourage the exploration of art concepts and use of various artistic media
• Maintain a "guest ready" atmosphere in the Art Studio
• Answer visitor questions
• Assist in preparing scheduled art projects, including "Make and Take" and special event activities
• Support the needs of guest artists who visit the Museum

Qualifications

• Communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work with children and adults
• Dependability
• Initiative and flexibility
• Ability to bend, lift objects, and stand for extended lengths of time
• Enjoy active children
• Experience working with different types of artistic media
  

Time
The position is available a minimum of 5 hours per week with at least a 3-month commitment. Hours will be during weekdays, with a possibility of some weekends. The position is available Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. The position is unpaid, but the Museum is willing to complete any necessary paperwork to receive educational credit.

Contact
Raniere, Creative Arts Manager
Phone 425/258-1006 ext. 1023; Email Raniere@ImagineCM.org

We are looking for some fun individuals to develop programs for summer play.  Internship includes working with the public by facilitating play in the Museum and on the roof top exhibit area, leading children and families in games, music activities and special events bringing out the magic of childhood and making Imagine Children's Museum a fun filled place. 

Contact
Rainere, Creative Arts/Volunteer Manager
Phone 425/258-1006 ext. 1023; Email Raniere@ImagineCM.org