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Summer Educator
May 26 – October 2
10:00am- 4:00pm Wednesday – Sunday work week
-Hours may vary for specific programming and events.
Application Deadline: March 21, 2026
The Vermont Museum of Natural History is growing our Pool Nature Center in Marlboro, VT. We are looking for a sociable, outgoing individual with a love for the natural world to take an active role in daily Nature Center operations and public interactions for the busy summer months. Experience working with people and animals will be a big plus as is any education background. A letter of introduction and resume should be sent to info@vermontmuseum.org Questions can be directed to Anna.Caputo@vermontmuseum.org
Duties:
Engage with public during open hours
Open and Close Nature Center building 5 days per week
Work with Education Coordinator to develop daily program schedule at Nature Center
Lead daily presentations utilizing trails, grounds and live animals
Assist with two weeks of on-site summer camp
Work with staff and volunteers to keep site clean and professional
Work with staff and education docents to help run on and off-site events and presentations
Assist with special projects and tasks as needed
Requirements:
Must pass background check
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to safely lift and carry 40 pounds
Must be able to walk over uneven (forested) terrain
Applicant will need the capacity to work independently as well as collaborate with staff and education docents
Applicant should demonstrate experience working with the public and especially children
Education and/or natural history background is preferred
Experience handling and caring for live animals a plus
Benefits:
$20 per hour
Training in handling and working with live animals
Training in presenting natural history programs and leading guided walks
Friendly and relaxed work environment
A summer spent mostly outdoors in beautiful Marlboro, VT
Opportunity to explore the natural world and your own relevant areas of interest and then share those interests with the public
Opportunity to participate in staff and volunteer only activities and events
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Volunteer Nature Center Greeter
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We are looking for someone to staff the Pool Nature Center in Marlboro, VT during weekend hours from May until mid-October. This is a volunteer position that would be primarily responsible for interacting with visitors and opening and closing the Pool Nature Center Building in cooperation with Museum staff and volunteers.
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The Successful applicant will have the following:
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Reliable transportation to Marlboro Vermont
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Ability to commit to a specific schedule (to be determined cooperatively)
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Friendly demeanor
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Willingness to support the Museum's mission and goals
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The successful applicant will also have opportunities to engage in other Museum activities (animal care, education, etc) and access to volunteer outings, trainings and Museum Merch. Greeters with the interest and aptitude could also lead programs and walks and work with our live animals and other resources.
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To apply: contact Anna Caputo at Anna.Caputo@vermontmuseum.org
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If you're interested in volunteering, or wish to set up a volunteering experience for a youth or young adult, please email volunteer@vermontmuseum.org with the following information, and we'll be in touch soon!
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