Preschool Volunteer


Purpose	Support the Education Department’s Preschool program, helping make each child’s experience in the half-day preschool welcoming and memorable
Key Responsibilities	Be an enthusiastic, warm and personable presence in the Preschool program. Volunteers have responsibilities that may include, but are not limited to: Greeting: Welcoming students who attend our daily half-day preschool program, opening the Group Entrance door for children and parents; track family arrivals and departures. As the first face Preschool students and families see upon arrival, provide a warm greeting, a welcoming demeanor and enthusiasm for the day ahead. Activity Preparation: As guided by Preschool Manager, prepare educational activities and materials.
Location	Group entrance area, preschool classroom and Education Department office
Supervision	This position reports to the Education Director and Preschool Manager
Length of Assignment	An ongoing commitment of at least one day every week is required.
Time Commitment	Short shifts to greet children and parents are available from 8:45 to 9:15 a.m., 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., or 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday. To prep materials, the best time is Fridays on a flexible schedule.
Qualifications	Enthusiasm for interacting with children (especially preschool students) and their families Reliable and trustworthy Well-organized and adaptable to handle multiple tasks during a shift Office skills such as sorting and filing paperwork are a plus, but not required Physical requirements: ability to hold open doors; ability to remain standing for up to 20 minutes continuously
Benefits	Necessary training given; opportunities to gain new skills; ability to earn service hours; Museum membership after 100 hours of service in a 12-month period 10% discount in the Museum store after 100 hours of service in a 12-month period
To Apply	Send an email to the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@imaginecm.org or call (425) 258-1006, ext. 1029.