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Program: SEA Series Instructor | |
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Description: Assist in leading hands-on science activities at low-income schools throughout San Diego county; prepare materials for classroom activities; reorganize and return supplies | |
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When Needed: September - June | |
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Qualifications:
Must be 18 years old Interview and copy of resume with 2 to 3 references Enrollment in college and working toward a four-year degree in marine science and/or education or Graduate Student Ability to communicate scientific concepts to youth Enthusiasm for working with youth Prompt and dependable Interest in both science and education Successfully pass state fingerprinting check (live-scan) Dedicated to the concept of promoting equal opportunity for under-represented students | |
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Commitment Required: 1 day per week, 3-4 hours during that day | |
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An overview of the SEA Series program Overview of teaching techniques and protocols Training on each classroom activity Orientation to materials and set-up Traveling to the field trip location and reviewing the procedure | |
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Community Service Documentation: Yes | |
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Contact:
Matt Kansteiner mattkansteiner@aquaticadventures.org (858) 488-3849 |
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Title: BAHIA Instructor | |
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Description: Research/Education Volunteer will aid in activities during the marine science preparation portion of the program in San Diego, attend BAHÍA team training in April and spend 5 weeks in Bahía de los Angles, Mexico aiding in research projects, field trips and other program support activities. Dependent on background volunteer will either assist in an existing research project or facilitate his or her own research project. The program will continue into August with San Diego activities and presentation preparation. Small stipend included and all costs of travel and living are covered by the organization. | |
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When Needed: March - August | |
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Number of Interns: 4 | |
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Qualifications:
Must be 18 years old Interview and copy of resume with 2 to 3 references Enrollment in college and working toward a four-year degree in marine science and/or education or Graduate Student Ability to communicate scientific concepts to youth Enthusiasm for working with youth Prompt and dependable Interest in both science and education Confident swimmer Comfortable in ocean setting Successfully pass state fingerprinting check (live-scan) Dedicated to the concept of promoting equal opportunity for under-represented students Required documentation to travel between Mexico and United States | |
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Application: Contact Matt Kansteiner at mattkansteiner@aquaticadventurse.org or 858-488-3849 | |
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Credit: Yes |
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