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.

Help set the stage for all children to imagine and learn through play as an AfterSchool STEM Experience Volunteer with the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM)!

Support and engage children in science, engineering, cooking, and exploration. Afterschool runs weekly on Wednesdays, 3:45 to 5:15, from mid-January to mid-June. 

A museum associate leads the Afterschool Experience and is supported by this volunteer position. The class consists of about 10 children in grades K-2 who meet weekly for a six or seven-week session. There are three sessions offered throughout the spring. Each week, we offer children a chance to make friends and get hands-on to conduct experiments, use art to explore science concepts, and even cook food like cookies. STEM Afterschool Volunteers work closely with the staff educators to prep materials, engage with the children, have fun, and clean up at the end of the class. No prior cooking experience is necessary, but a passion for science and fun is encouraged! 

ABOUT THE POSITION 

• Assist with sanitizing the Teaching Kitchen for eating and cooking

• Prep materials and supplies as needed (could include washing and chopping)

• Participate in weekly check-in games with children

• Support and guide children as needed with assistance from educator staff lead

• Monitor safety

• Learn language to support exploration and curiosity

• Assist with cleanup, including washing dishes according to ServeSafe guidelines 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

• Minimum age requirement 16

• Follow Museum & Theatre COVID safety guidelines

POSITION PURPOSE 

• Follow Museum & Theatre ServeSafe Guidelines

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

• Comfortable with using basic kitchen equipment including knives, stove, and range

• 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 

• Volunteers can sign up for one or more sessions.

• Session One Dinosaur Science: Wednesdays, January 14-February 25 (6 weeks, no class on February 18)

• Session Two Fairytale Experiments: Wednesdays, March 4-April 15 (7 weeks) 

• Session Three Ooey Gooey Kitchen Science: Wednesdays, April 29-June 10 (7 weeks) 

• Volunteers generally assist for three hours each week from 2:30-5:30 (programs run and children are present 3:45-5:15)

• Training and onboarding: 2 hours 

• CMTM understands that volunteers might not be available for every day of a session. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Comfortable standing for 2 hours at a time

• Ability to lift 30 lbs

• Seating may be available next to children but is not guaranteed

BENEFITS 

• Receive 2 person membership after 25 hours of volunteer service 

• Receive 4 museum and 4 theatre tickets annually 

• Ongoing training opportunities

• Free parking while volunteering at CMTM

HOW TO APPLY 

If interested, please fill out the volunteer application.  

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

Position Open Until Filled. 

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