Assist a naturalist in teaching Homeschoolers ages 4-12. Generally about half the program is inside and half the program is outside.
These groups require training beyond our general training for a CHESPAX program and have a different theme each month. Programs are at Flag Ponds Nature Park. Times listed are those for the volunteer to arrive and depart.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successfully complete a CCPR background check: Background Checks | Calvert County, MD - Official Website (calvertcountymd.gov) You will need to upload a photo of a government-issued ID during this online process, select "other" when asked for your team name.
- Volunteers must attend the Education Volunteer orientation and observe a minimum of one homeschool day (both AM and PM sessions) before they can register
- New volunteers must meet with the program leader (Tania Gale) for a new volunteer orientation
- Maintaining Qualifications: you must volunteer with a homeschool day or CHESPAX group at least once in a 2-month time period. If it has been more than 2 months since you have volunteered, you will need to attend another observation day as a refresher
- The CCPR background check must be renewed annually
To become a Qualified Volunteer, please attend contact Tania Gale to schedule an orientation training and an observation day.
Preregistration is required. Walk-ins will not be accepted.