This position requires the member to support classes that are conducted in both English and Spanish. Strong written and verbal skills in both languages required.
The MFS Early Childhood AmeriCorps Member will:
• Develop curriculum for and teach weekly child-focused activities during Parent Child Interaction Groups;
• Assist Coordinator in the Ready, Set, Go classroom;
• Connect families with resources and referrals for service such as rent assistance and holiday resources;
• Outreach to staff at nearby elementary school sites and organizations to support family connections to the schools and facilitate opportunities for families to volunteer and attend events;
• Recruit and Coordinate family and community volunteers;
• Lead and support site-specific projects and activities as defined in site-specific service descriptions
Service Activities
The MFS Early Childhood AmeriCorps Member will:
• Develop curriculum for and teach weekly child-focused activities during Parent Child Interaction Groups;
• Assist Coordinator in the Ready, Set, Go classroom;
• Connect families with resources and referrals for service such as rent assistance and holiday resources;
• Outreach to staff at nearby elementary school sites and organizations to support family connections to the schools and facilitate opportunities for families to volunteer and attend events;
• Recruit and Coordinate family and community volunteers;
• Lead and support site-specific projects and activities as defined in site-specific service descriptions
Community Need Addressed
Through their service, MFS AmeriCorps Members support the agency's three critical Community Initiatives:
• Strengthening early childhood development and building youth success through collaboration and innovation…so that every child gets a good start in life and has the opportunity to grow into healthy, educated, productive, and engaged members of our community.
• Developing and promoting effective approaches to community-based health and wellness throughout the lifespan …so that people are equipped to play an active role in their well-being and societal costs for healthcare can be reduced.
• Advancing individual and family economic well-being…so that people in our community can live with dignity, security and purpose.
Position Outcomes
The Member will:
• Support health and wellness learning for children and families through activities and events.
• Increase family engagement and volunteer service in the program.
• Increase community volunteer support in the program.
• Support site specific goals and outcomes.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, Training
Skills you will gain
Kindergarten Readiness
Curriculum Development
Teaching
Classroom Management
Social Justice
Community Engagement
Partnership Development
Volunteer Recruitment
Volunteer Coordination
Event Planning/Coordination
Organization
Data Gathering/Reporting
Excel
Word
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment