Dear Children’s Museum Volunteer Candidate,
Thank you so much for your interest in volunteer opportunities at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. We are very committed to sharing the museum with volunteers who want to help us with our mission “to create extraordinary learning experiences that have the power to transform the lives of children and families.”
It is our vision to be recognized as the global leader among all museums and cultural institutions serving children and families. We continually strive to be the global leader with the help of competent paid and volunteer staff. We consider our volunteers to be a major resource and we are happy that you are interested in sharing some of your time and talent with us.
This Volunteer Application Web Packet contains the following:
· An application
· A limited criminal history check (LCH)
· A preference sheet
· An abbreviated list of the current volunteer opportunities
(The application and LCH must have real hand written signatures (not typed). You may fax them, along with your preference sheet, to us at 317-924-2042 or mail them to the following address:
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
P.O. Box 3000
Indianapolis, Indiana 46206-3000
Once we have received your application and LCH you can expect the following:
· A phone call from a staff member in the Adult Volunteer Center inviting you in for an interview if your LCH has been cleared through our security department
· A scheduled interview to discuss the following:
* Are you and the museum a good match?
* Why did you pick The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis?
* When are your preferred days and times to volunteer?
* What are your specific volunteer opportunity interests?
* Which scheduled dates for orientation and training are best for you?
* When can you meet with your potential staff supervisor to discuss the
specific work for which you have shown an interest?
We look forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to call with any questions or concerns.
Gratefully,
Debbie Young Mary Batrich Linda Huotilainen
Manager of Volunteer Services Volunteer Coordinator Volunteer Coordinator
317-334-4140 317-334-4603 317-334-3817
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
Adult Volunteer Application (Please fill out both sides of this paper.)
Last Name______________________________First Name_____________________________Middle Initial___
___Mr.__Ms.__Mrs.__Miss__Dr. Preferred Nickname (For use on badge)______________________________
Street Address________________________________________________________Apartment Number________
City_______________________________________State________________Zip Code_____________________
Home Phone__________________ Business Phone________________ Cell Phone_______________________
Email address________________________________________________________________________________
I prefer to receive phone calls at: ___ Home ___Business ___Cell
Have you volunteered with us before? ___Yes ___No If yes, in what year and where?_______________________
Why do you want to volunteer?___________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
How did you hear about our volunteer program?_____________________________________________________
Have you volunteered elsewhere? ___Yes ___No If yes, where?________________________________________
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Education (Check all that applies)
___High School
___Undergraduate Degree
School___________________________________________________________________________________
Major____________________________________________________________________________________
___Graduate Degree
School___________________________________________________________________________________
Major____________________________________________________________________________________
Employment Status
___Employed ___Unemployed ___Retired ___Student
Employer or Retired from_______________________________________________________________________
Occupation___________________________________________________________________________________
___My employer offers work time-off to volunteer ___offers team volunteer opportunities
Availability
Please enter the times you are interested in or available. The museum is open 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. seven days a week and until 8:00 p.m. the first Thursday of each month, March – September. The museum is closed on Mondays after Labor Day - March.
Sun._________Mon._________Tues._________Wed._________Thurs._________Fri._________Sat.__________
References
Please list 2 – 3 people, other than relatives, who are willing to serve as personal references including, if applicable, someone for whom you have volunteered.
1. Last Name_________________________________________First Name_______________________________
Address______________________________________________Organization_____________________________
City__________________________State_______________Zip Code________Phone Number________________
2. Last Name_________________________________________First Name_______________________________
Address______________________________________________Organization_____________________________
City__________________________State_______________Zip Code________Phone Number________________
3. Last Name_________________________________________First Name_______________________________
Address______________________________________________Organization_____________________________
City__________________________State_______________Zip Code________Phone Number________________
Please list the following information for your three closest living relatives including your spouse or partner.
1. Last Name_________________________________________First Name_______________________________
Address______________________________________________Relationship_____________________________
City__________________________State_______________Zip Code________Phone Number________________
2. Last Name_________________________________________First Name_______________________________
Address______________________________________________Relationship_____________________________
City__________________________State_______________Zip Code________Phone Number________________
3. Last Name_________________________________________First Name_______________________________
Address______________________________________________Relationship_____________________________
City__________________________State_______________Zip Code________Phone Number________________
Please read and sign (Application must be hand signed, not typed.)
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and correct, and has been given voluntarily. I understand that this information may be disclosed to any party with legal and proper interest, and I release The Children’s Museum from any liability whatsoever for supplying such information. I understand that I will NOT be paid or otherwise compensated for my services as a volunteer. I agree to abide by any and all museum policies and understand if I do not abide by the museum policies, rules and regulations, I may be dismissed from my position as a volunteer.
Applicant Signature__________________________________________________Date______________________
Parent or Guardian Signature__________________________________________ Date______________________
(If under the age of 18 years)
THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
AUTHORIZATION FOR BACKGROUND CHECK
DATE: ____________________ POSITION: _______________________________________
NAME: _____________________________________________________________________________
LAST FIRST M.I. (MAIDEN)
IF CONTRACTOR, COMPANY NAME_________________________PHONE____________________
COMPANY ADDRESS__________________________________________________________________
CURRENT
ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________
STREET APT.# CITY STATE ZIP
IF LESS THAN TWO YEARS AT CURRENT ADDRESS:
PREVIOUS
ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________
STREET APT.# CITY STATE ZIP
Date of Birth _____________ S.S.# _________________ County of Residence __________________
RACE: ______ HEIGHT: ______ WEIGHT: ______ SEX: ______ HAIR: ______ EYES: ______
By indicating below I authorize The Children’s Museum to conduct a background investigation for the
following areas. A Limited Criminal History check will be run on all applicants considered for
employment. I understand that the information from this investigation may be used in the determination
of employment.
Please check all that apply
All Areas: ____ yes ____ no (By indicating yes here you authorize a check of all areas)
Current Employer: _____ yes _____ no
Previous Employer(s): _____ yes _____ no except: ____________________________________
Education History: _____ yes _____ no
Professional Licenses: _____ yes _____ no License # ________________ Date Issued: ________
Bureau of Motor Vehicles (Driver History): _____ yes _____ no
(mandatory for positions requiring the operation of a motor vehicle)
Driver’s License #_____________________ State: __________________
Financial /Credit History: _____ yes _____ no
References: _____ yes _____ no
Other: ____________________________________________________________________________
THIS AUTHORIZATION IS GOOD FOR A PERIOD OF SIX (6) MONTHS FROM DATE OF
APPLICATION. THE SIGNATURE MUST BE HAND WRITTEN AND NOT TYPED.
SIGNATURE: ______________________________________________ DATE: ______________
INTERVIEWER: _______________________STATUS: FT PT VOL OTHER_______________
BOARD MEMBER TRUSTEE GUILD
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Spring 2004-05
VISITOR SERVICES
DINOSPHERE
INTERPRETATION
Daily Shifts: AM - 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and P.M. 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Help direct activities, interpret exhibits and instruct visitors in
the museum’s newest gallery. Training required in all areas where
interpretation occurs. Volunteers will learn new activities, materials
and techniques at their own pace as they volunteer.
MUSEUM HOSPITALITY
TEAM GREETER
Saturdays, Shifts 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and Sundays 12-3:00 p.m.
Welcome and greet arriving visitors near entrance area. Handle visitors
concerns and answer questions. A friendly, pleasant, enthusiastic
personality is needed along with the ability to approach visitors in a
busy environment. Visual, oral, hearing skills needed along with the
ability to move quickly and stand for periods of time. Knowledge of
the museum important. Customer services skills very important.
GALLERY INTERPRETATION
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Daily: Shifts: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m. - 4:30pm.
Engage visitors in various projects with different textures and mediums
to help visitors learn to value the process not the product. Help to
maintain area, monitor for safety and organize materials.
Select from the following galleries: Passport to the World or Playscape Training required.
ASSISTING STAFF WITH Daily: Shifts: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
PROGRAMS Programs scheduled throughout the museum require more than
one person to facilitate activities. Assisting would include helping
participants with tasks, crafts, maintaining order in the areas,
helping in the preparation and set up of programs and helping small
groups within the program.
Select from the following areas:
ScienceWorks Gallery: Rock Wall or Biotech Lab. Training required.
FACILITATION OF Daily: Shifts: 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. GALLERY ELEMENTS Facilitators use background information and script outlines to
explain gallery elements to visitors to help them to engage in and enjoy a space. Volunteers help maintain areas, assist visitors to use equipment
and materials and inter-act with guests.
Select from the following galleries:
ScienceWorks (Crane, Mad Scientist) or Mysteries in History (Log Cabin)
Training required.
GREETING Daily: Shifts: 10 a.m. -1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Greeters create a friendly, welcoming environment, set the stage
for what is in the gallery and encourage visitors to explore.
Volunteers direct visitors to areas in the gallery, answer questions,
point out ongoing programs and activities and help maintain order in
the space. Select from the following galleries:
Carousel Wishes and Dreams, Puppets, ScienceWorks, and What If..?
Training required.
GALLERY INTERPRETATION (continued)
STORYTELLING
Daily: Shifts: 10:00 a.m - 1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Using books, props or small activities, Storytellers create a friendly,
welcoming environment. Stories relate to the themes of the
spaces. Volunteers interact with visitors, engage them in
activities and help maintain order. Select from the following spaces:
All Aboard Gallery or the Water Clock space in the Welcome Center.
Training required.
TALKS Daily: Shifts: 10 a.m. -1:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Volunteers share their love and knowledge of some of the
artifacts and information in a gallery and verbally facilitate inquiry,
discussion and information with visitors.
Select from the following areas: Passport to the World (Plains
Indian Tipi and Native American Life), What If…? (Ocean Reef).
Training required.
PRESCHOOL CLASSES Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday PM shift
Shifts: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Assist teachers with small classes and two through five year old children.
Help direct crafts and other activities.
EVALUATIONS Daily during November & December A.M. or P.M.
OBSERVATIONS Conduct informal interviews of age designated visitors to evaluate subject
of future exhibits. Quietly observe visitor’s interaction in galleries.
Forms and training provided. Ability to approach and talk to people necessary.
SCHOOL SERVICES Tuesdays 9:00 a.m . to noon; Jan., Feb, March, April, May.
CURIOUS SCIENTIFIC Three (3) Tuesdays per month.
INVESTIGATION PROGRAM Work with 3-5 students for two hours, in a science related pilot program
“CSI” while the teacher attends a museum workshop. Direct students’
investigation of museum galleries and hands-on science activities.
Science background not required! Initial training provided; also
additional ongoing training prior to each program during the year.
RESTAURANT HOST Daily: Shifts: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Assist families find tables, carry trays for parents with babies
and strollers and help expedite lines. No busing tables or cleaning.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at The Children’s Musuem of Indianapolis!
Volunteer Opportunity Preference Sheet
Please complete this form and return with your application and LCH. Thank you!
(Please print.)
Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________________________________ Zip Code: _______________
Telephone: _____________________________Cell Phone: ______________________
Email Address: ____________________________________________________________
Please list 2-3 choices only by order of preference.
Available volunteer positions:
_______Visitor Services
_____ Museum Hospitality Team
______ Gallery Interpretation – Arts and Crafts
_____ Passport to the World
_____ Playscape
_____ Dinosphere/Lanzendorf Gallery
______ Gallery Interpretation – Assisting Staff with Programs
_____ Rock Wall in Science Works
_____ Biotech Lab
_____ Gallery Interpretation – Facilitation of Gallery Elements or Programs
_____ Dinosphere/Lanzendorf Gallery
_____ Log Cabin (Mysteries in History)
_____ Crane (Science Works)
_____ Mad Scientist (Science Works)
_____ Gallery Interpretation – Greeting
_____ Carousel Wishes and Dreams
_____ Dinosphere
_____ Puppets
_____ Science Works
_____ What if…..?
_____ Gallery Interpretation – Storytelling
_____ All Aboard
_____ Dinosphere
_____ Water Clock
_____ Gallery Interpretation – Talks
_____ Dinosphere
_____ Passport to the World
_____ What If
_____ Collections
_____ Facilities
_____ After School Homework Helper
_____ Infozone
_____ Lilly Theater
_____ Museum Store
_____ Pre-school Class Assistant
_____ Reflections Restaurant
_____ School Services
_____ Curious Scientific Investigator Museum Friend
_____ School Group Greeter/Exiter
_____ School Programs Facilitator
_____ Special Events
_____ Member/Donor Events
_____ African American Celebration Events
_____ Neighbor’s Star Point Program
_____ Story Avenue Gallery
Preferred Day:
____Sunday ____Monday ____Tuesday ____Wednesday ____Thursday ____Friday ____Saturday
Preferred Shifts:
_____ AM Shift (Usually 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
_____ PM Shift (Usually 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
_____ AM or PM Shift
_____ All day
_____ After 5:00 p.m. only
Thank you so much. We look forward to seeing you soon!