Position:

Scout Program Assistant

Latest Info:

More Scout Program Assistants are urgently needed! Scout programs for Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors, Bear Cubs and Webelos have been conducted at Back Bay Science Center. Scout programs are currently being created for Brownies & Bear Cubs to be conducted at the Muth Interpretive Center. All programs are nature oriented.

As of:

April 1, 2008

Contact:

scoutssi@sbcglobal.net

Level Required:

Associate

Type:

Ongoing

Location:

Muth Interpretive Center & Back Bay Science Center

Days/Times:

Daily as requested

Qualifications Needed:

One-day Associate Training
Enjoy working with children

Training Given:

In addition to the Associate Training, a scout leader will train you on what they would like you do to when assisting them with a program. This will primarily be keeping the group together and safe while on nature walks as well as assisting with the crafts/games and set up/put away of materials needed.

Reference Materials:

NBNF Associate Training Manual
Scout Programs Manual

Job Description:

Scout Program Assistants help with advertised programs from either the Muth Interpretive Center or the Back Bay Science Center at times requested by the Scout Troop/Pack/Den leaders. The Scout Programs Manual lists materials needed and what to cover to earn the entire patch/badge. The Assistant will follow the instructions of the Leader as to where help is needed.  

Job Expectations:

Assist with at least 2 programs per month for at least 6 months. Consider becoming a Scout Program Leader by going through the 10-week Naturalist Training.