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Aquarium Educator Volunteer

Time Commitment: 2 hours minimum per week for a period of 6 months

Aquarium Educators are ambassadors, representing the Waikiki Aquarium by engaging visitors of all ages and backgrounds in one-on-one conversations and small group presentations. Don't know a lot about marine science or how to talk to visitors? Don't worry! This special training course is offered to prepare volunteers with all the fun facts, information and teaching tips needed to become an Aquarium Educator.

Responsibilities: Answer questions from the public, initiate conversations with visitors, and demonstrate appropriate animal handling of our live touch tank animals. Download Volunteer Manual for policies & procedures.

Qualifications: Must have enthusiasm, and interest in sharing marine biology knowledge with Aquarium visitors. Willingness to learn about Aquarium exhibits and marine science.

Shifts available: 9am-11am, 11am-1pm, 1-3pm, 3-5pm seven days a week.

Steps:

1. Complete online training in the modules here

2. Practice Meeting with Supervisor, Guerin Earhart ( demo, review, observe, audio tour )

3. 1:1 Appointment with Guerin

4. Schedule regular 2 hour shift

5. Enjoy positive, mutually beneficial experiences with our Aquarium visitors