• Welcome guests and assist them in hands-on, maker-based activities 
• Initiate conversations with visitors in the Museum’s studios, using the provided activities to spark new questions and ideas.
• Set up and breakdown of activity materials and stations.
• Provide a welcoming environment for guests of all ages that supports KID Museum’s inquiry-based pedagogy.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older (High school students can apply to our Teen Volunteer program).
• Must pass a background check.
• Must be vaccinated for COVID-19.
• Must attend and complete all required training.
• Volunteer a minimum of ~8 hours a month for a minimum of 6 months.
  • Sunday shifts are 9 AM – 1 PM or 12 PM – 4:15 PM at 3 Bethesda Metro Center in the heart of downtown Bethesda.
• Experience or interest in working with children ages 4 to 14.
• Comfortable working with large crowds and in loud spaces.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to be flexible and self-sufficient in changing environments.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse public.
  • Fluency in Spanish and other non-English languages as a plus.

Apply below and someone from our Volunteer Engagement team will get back to you within two weeks.

• Have excellent communication skills—and are comfortable initiating conversations with children and visitors
• Genuinely enjoy working with children and can keep them engaged, excited, and safe.
• Responsible, self‑directed volunteers who arrive on time, stay focused, and bring their best every day

Prospective volunteers must:

• Submit an application;
• Participate in an interview;
• Complete training prior to volunteering;
• Be able to hit the required time commitments

Important Dates

• Application Due Date: Thursday, March 19th at 5:00pm
  
• Virtual Group Interviews: Tuesday, March 23 – Thursday, March 27 (30 minute group interviews) 
• Onsite Training: Mid May (exact date TBD)