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Become a PACER Puppeteer, Make a Difference
ORGANIZATION: PACER CENTER INC
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8 people are interested
PACER’s puppet program - and Twin Cities kids - need you
Join PACER’s puppet team and help children learn about kindness, acceptance, and inclusion of kids with disabilities in a fun, teachable environment.
PACER’s volunteer puppeteers have been entertaining and educating children in the Twin Cities for over 40 years!
"Being a puppeteer has been more rewarding than I expected. It's great to be a part of a program that has such an important message." - PACER puppeteer
The requirements- Two to four hours a month, during school hours
- Reliable transportation in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area
- Physical ability to operate the 10 lb. puppets
- Ability to memorize a short script and to project your voice
- Desire to work with a team
- Receive training on puppeteering and presentation skills
- Work with a fun, dedicated team of volunteers
- Watch kids’ faces light up when you present at area preschools and elementary schools
- Share an important message that makes a difference for kids with disabilities
- Stipend available ($25 per show, plus $10 each way when transporting puppets)
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About PACER CENTER INC
Location:
8161 NORMANDALE BLVD, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55437, US
Mission Statement
PACER Center improves educational opportunities and enhances the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities and their families.
Description
PACER Center is a Minneapolis-based parent center providing assistance and resources to families of children with disabilities and those who are bullied. Through its parent training and advocacy, assistive technology, and social inclusion programs, PACER supports parents and professionals to work together to improve outcomes for children and youth. PACER's COUNT ME IN Puppet Program teaches young children about inclusion and disability awareness.
CAUSE AREAS
Children & Youth,
Education & Literacy,
People with Disabilities
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Minneapolis/St Paul Metro areaMinneapolis, MN 55437
(44.825115 ,-93.343925 )
DATE POSTED
November 6, 2024
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- General Education
- People Skills
- Acting
- Special Needs
- Theater Arts
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2-4 hours per month
- Reliable transportation. Ability to lift 15-20 lbs.