Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Science Firsthand connects youth ( 9- 14 yrs) with compassionate adults to explore the natural urban landscape in their neighborhoods, and do hands on science investigation. Science Firsthand mentors come from all backgrounds, ages and interests. Some have science experience, some have experience with youth, and some realize the need for an adult mentor for children. As they ask questions, discuss solutions and share discoveries, foundations for relationships and knowledge are built. Mentor/mentee teams have planted gardens, dismantled simple appliances and built others, flown kites and much more. Mentees have commented that "they thought never science could be fun, and that they never think of TV" when they are investigators. Mentors meet one - to - one or with a small team of mentors and students, during the after school hours at the Belle Center. Mentors complete an on site orientation, which is a 2 hour session. This includes an introduction to the center staff and tour of the site,
a Science Firsthand investigation planned by the Science Firsthand (SF) staff and volunteer, and preparation for the initial meetings with the student/students. SF offers ongoing training throughout the year. Volunteers who work one - to - one with a student will have a criminal background check.

The Belle Center is located in the Niagara district, not far from Front Park and the waterfront. The Belle Center has very diverse participants, representing many cultures. It is near several refugee relocation settlements and children attend the program from many countries.

Background check, high school graduate or older

This opportunity is sponsored by: First Hand Learning, Inc.

Volunteers will work with the following groups Adolescents (13-17) Low-income / Poverty Children (5-12) This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Unpaid Interns Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25) Small Group (2-10) We need volunteers who are free at these times Monthly Weekdays Occasional Weekly One-Time This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Children & Youth Poverty We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Child Care Recreational Activities / Sports Math / Science

Contact Person: Chrissy Calixte, Program Manager, (phone), (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

104 Maryland Street Buffalo, NY 14201 (See a map)