Museum Docent Application Form

SOHO Museum Docent Application
Interested?
Fill in the application and submit online. During the annual process of recruiting docents (November-August), you will be called for a brief interview and then asked to come in for a more in depth interview with our volunteer coordinator. (We do not accept court-appointed volunteer workers)

Have questions? Check out our docent FAQ for more information before applying.
General Information
Your Name*

First NameLast Name
Birth Date

MonthDayYear
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Home Phone

AreaPhone
Cell Phone

AreaPhone
Email*
Please list other languages (besides English) in which you are fluent
Have you been known by other names?*

YesNo
Please explain

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Interest and Motivation
Why do you want to be a museum docent with SOHO?*
What aspects of history, architecture, or cultural heritage interest you most?*
How did you learn about SOHO's museum docent program?*
Please describe any customer service experience or background you feel would be relevant to the SOHO museum docent program*
Have you conducted tours before?*

YesNo
Please describe your role
Please describe recent work or volunteer experience*
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about yourself, educational background, or interests?
SOHO Involvement
Are you currently a SOHO member?*

YesNo
Have you volunteered for SOHO before?*

YesNo
At which events or in what roles?
Museum Site Preference
Which museum site(s) are you interested in?*

Marston House Museum & GardensWarner-Carrillo Ranch House MuseumEither/Both
Availability and Commitment
Docents are asked to commit to a minimum of two 4-hour shifts per month for at least one year. Are you able to make this commitment?

YesNoUnsure
Please check your general availability*

WeekdaysWeekendsMorningsAfternoons
Are there any upcoming schedule changes we should be aware of? (Travel, seasonal work, caregiving responsibilities, etc.)*

YesNo
Please explain
Training and Learning
Docent training includes on-site instruction, reading materials, and required training sessions. Are you willing and able to participate fully in all required training?

YesNoUnsure
How do you feel about learning new material and continuing to learn over time? (Studying house history, people, and broader context.)
Communication and Visitor Interaction
How comfortable are you speaking with small groups of visitors?

Very comfortableSomewhat comfortableNervous but willing to learnVery uncomfortable
Have you had experience speaking to groups, teaching, guiding tours, or working with the public? (Experience is helpful but not required.)*

YesNo
Please describe
Physical Considerations
Docent duties involve standing, walking through the house and gardens, and occasionally navigating stairs. Are you able to perform these activities with or without reasonable accommodation?

YesNoPrefer to discuss
Additional Skills
Please list any additional skills or interests you may bring to the docent program (Languages, research, gardening, education, retial experience, etc. Optional)
Program History
Have you ever been dismissed from any other volunteer program?*

YesNo
If yes, please explain
References

Please list three references (other than family)*

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Next Step
After reviewing your application, our volunteer docent coordinator will contact you to schedule an in-person meeting and site tour at the museum.

Thank you for your interest in helping preserve and share San Diego's history!
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SOHO Museum Docent Application

General Information

Interest and Motivation

SOHO Involvement

Museum Site Preference

Availability and Commitment

Training and Learning

Communication and Visitor Interaction

Physical Considerations

Additional Skills

Program History

References

Next Step