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Environmental Volunteers

Education

Environmental Volunteers

A group of over 180 volunteers who teach natural science to elementary school children in the classroom and on field trips.

Description:

A group of over 100 trained volunteers who teach natural science to elementary school children in the classroom and on field trips. Innovative teaching materials such as animal and bird skins, puppets, games and models are used to teach nine subjects: baylands ecology, birds and nests (All About Birds), early California Indian life, earthquake geology, energy and natural resources, forest/foothill ecology, marine ecology, urban ecology (Nature in Your Neighborhood), and water science and conservation. Volunteers participate in a training course in these nine subjects as well as in teaching techniques. No teaching experience or science background required. Call the office for more information about volunteer opportunities. Another office is located at 1020 Moorpark Avenue, Suite 104, San Jose 95117 (408-244-2449).

Location

3921 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303 37.4308804 -122.1032611 Education

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

  • Spanish

Accessibility Options:

  • Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

Check and credit cards accepted.

Audience:

Volunteers, elementary school teachers, community groups

Eligibility:

None

How to Apply:

Call or apply online.

Service Wait Estimate:

Requests are made in Spring for the following school year.

Service Areas:

  • San Mateo County
  • Santa Clara County