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AmeriCorps member at the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center

AmeriCorps of Chelan Douglas Community Action Council
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The MakerSpace Coordinator will implement our MakerSpace Curriculum for the museum; which includes working with the current Wenatchee Valley Museum Robotics team, afterschool program students, students in the local public school, and the general public. The MakerSpace Coordinator will also develop new programming that complements and builds upon existing programs.

Service Activities

The MakerSpace Coordinator will implement our MakerSpace Curriculum for the museum; which includes working with the current Wenatchee Valley Museum Robotics team, afterschool program students, students in the local public school, and the general public. The MakerSpace Coordinator will also develop new programming that complements and builds upon existing programs.

Community Need Addressed

Gather and educate people to celebrate and preserve the history, arts, sciences, and rich diversity of this region and its people. We serve over 15,000 students a year through hands-on school tours, field experiences, STEM classes, Robotics Clubs and our MakerSpace.

Position Outcomes

Reach every student in the valley, by ensuring that every class has the opportunity to engage in a museum program, regardless of the social, economic, and language barriers.

Benefits

Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training

Training in soldering and making stained glass projects to present adult education programs as well as school program training will be included throughout the service time.

Education Benefits

College Degree

Skills you will gain

tutoring, mentoring, time management, student engagement

Competencies You Will Develop

Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment
  • Activity Types Hands On Activities, Office Activities, Professional Activities
  • Focus Areas Arts & Culture, Education & Youth
  • Length of Service 11 Months
  • Education Requirements High School Graduate
  • Placement Individual and Team Placements
  • Service Setting Community-based Nonprofit, Museum or Nature Center
  • Weekly Training Hours 5

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