Volunteer

• Individuals, school groups, and community organizations.

• All volunteers must go through an application process. 

• All those looking to give back, help out and play! 

Volunteering opportunities require different levels of time commitment including long term, short-term, special events, and group day service projects. 

• Long Term volunteers must commit to a minimum of 50 hours (2-3 hours a week for 4-6 months)

• Special Event and Group Service Project opportunities are often offered on a single day and are based on availability. 

While exact application processes may differ depending on volunteer duty, generally volunteer applicants complete: 

• An application form

• Interview

• Provide one to two references

• Some volunteer roles may require a criminal background check for volunteers 18+. Special event volunteers may not require a background check. 

• Orientation and trainings specific to volunteer duty

• Become a significant part of the Museum & Theatre community. Volunteers can contribute in multiple roles and join a broad network of passionate individuals committed to play and learning.

• Teen volunteers gain important job skills such as how to complete an application process, manage time, and navigate professional relationships.  

• All volunteers will gain access to training in on-the-job skills that can include multidisciplinary education, visitor services, theatre tech, and non-profit organization. 

• Other perks can include memberships, admission passes and theatre tickets!

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Position Purpose 

Support and engage creative art making, tinkering, and engineering in MakerSpace. 

In MakerSpace, visitors make different art and engineering projects. We offer a variety of projects including a rotation of weekly themes, simple woodworking, art and puppet making. MakerSpace volunteers welcome visitors, assist guests as needed and help with set up and clean up if timing allows. Volunteers work in tandem with MakerSpace staff.

Position Summary 

• Greet visitors in MakerSpace

• Support and guide visitors as needed with assistance from Museum & Theatre staff

• Monitor visitor safety

• Uphold a commitment to the CMTM Values of Belonging, Play. Community, Curiosity & Trust

• Teach tool and art exploration as comfort and training allow

• Learn language to support exploration and curiosity

• Assist with setup and cleanup

• Prep materials and supplies 

Position Requirements 

• Minimum age requirement 16

• Follow Museum & Theatre COVID safety guidelines

• Engage respectfully with people of all ages and abilities in a fast paced environment

• Passion for creativity

• Passion for working with children

• Strong communication skills 

• The ability to observe and take initiative to support exploration and curiosity

• Background check required

Time Commitment 

• Wednesday through Monday. MakerSpace is typically open 10:30-12:00 & 2-3:30pm during the week, and 10-12pm & 2-3:30pm on weekends. MakerSpace is open longer during school holidays and special events, and as needed.

• Regular scheduled hours: minimum 1.5 hours a week (one MakerSpace session)

• Training and onboarding: 2 hours 

Working Conditions 

• Comfortable helping in noisy or a busy environment (ear protection will be provided if needed)

• Seating is available as needed.

Benefits

• Receive 2 person membership after 25 hours of service volunteers

• Receive 4 museum and 4 theatre tickets annually 

• Ongoing training opportunities

• Free Parking 

The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize diversity amongst our team and leadership, and we strongly encourage people of all traditionally marginalized identities to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

We are committed to making our facilities and programs accessible and safe for all members of our community, staff, and volunteers. We are actively working to increase accessibility and usability of our website, building, and educational activities. Supervisors work collaboratively with employees to make accommodations and modifications to accommodate the employee’s needs, including physical changes, assistive technologies, accessible communications, and policy enhancements. In doing so, we adhere to the available standards and guidelines and, in many cases, go beyond the guidelines to uphold our philosophy that our staff should have a safe and welcoming work environment where they can learn and grow. For a full description of our facility’s accessibility, please visit: www.kitetails.org/accessibility

If interested, please fill out the volunteer application.  

Please email all applications or questions to volunteer@kitetails.org. 

Position Purpose 

Support and engage creative making and art during weekly afterschool classes.

In MakerSpace, students make a range of creative projects and mediums. 

Volunteers will work in tandem with CMTM staff.

Position Summary 

• Greet students upon arrival

• Support and guide students as needed with assistance from Museum & Theatre staff 

• Monitor student safety

• Uphold a commitment to the CMTM Values of Belonging, Play. Community, Curiosity & Trust

• Support CMTM educators teach cooking, science and art exploration, and other concepts as needed

• Learn language prompts to support exploration and curiosity

• Assist with setup and cleanup

• Prep materials and supplies as needed

Position Requirements 

• Minimum age requirement 18

• Follow Museum & Theatre COVID safety guidelines

• Engage respectfully with people of all ages and abilities in a fast paced environment

• Passion for working with children

• Strong communication skills 

• The ability to observe and take initiative to support exploration and curiosity

• Background check required 

Time Commitment 

• Wednesdays, 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

• Regular scheduled hours: 3 hrs per week

• Training and onboarding: 2 hours and as needed

Working Conditions 

• Comfortable helping in noisy or a busy environment (ear protection will be provided if needed)

• Seating available as needed.

Benefits

• Receive 2 person membership after 25 hours of service volunteers

• Receive 4 museum and 4 theatre tickets annually 

• Ongoing training opportunities

• Free Parking 

The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize diversity amongst our team and leadership, and we strongly encourage people of all traditionally marginalized identities to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

We are committed to making our facilities and programs accessible and safe for all members of our community, staff, and volunteers. We are actively working to increase accessibility and usability of our website, building, and educational activities. Supervisors work collaboratively with employees to make accommodations and modifications to accommodate the employee’s needs, including physical changes, assistive technologies, accessible communications, and policy enhancements. In doing so, we adhere to the available standards and guidelines and, in many cases, go beyond the guidelines to uphold our philosophy that our staff should have a safe and welcoming work environment where they can learn and grow. For a full description of our facility’s accessibility, please visit: www.kitetails.org/accessibility

If interested, please fill out the volunteer application.  

Please email all applications or questions to volunteer@kitetails.org.

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