School Programs Facilitator - Volunteer (unpaid)

About the role

Help students explore California art, history, and natural sciences during gallery programs at OMCA. As a School Programs Facilitator, you'll engage students through inquiry and dialogue, and help students make connections between their own lives and the Museum's galleries and exhibitions during 60-minute Guided Gallery Visits.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and orient school groups to in-gallery inquiry programs
• Support student-driven exploration of galleries through facilitating inquiry and dialogue, in partnership with other volunteers, teachers, and museum staff
• Help students make connections to their own lives through storytelling and culturally responsive education practices

This role primarily works indoors.

Schedule

• Thursdays or Fridays, 9 am–12 pm
• Minimum two shifts per month

Training Requirements

• 6-week facilitator training series, in person at OMCA (August 20 to September 25, 2026, 9:30 am–12:30 pm on Thursdays or Fridays—choose one day to attend each week)
• Museums, Facilitation, and Belonging training on Zoom (Fall 2026 date TBD)
• Attend at least 3 monthly workshops or talks during the school year