Description
OVERVIEW
Founded in 1994, Aspire! Afterschool Learning (Aspire!) provides innovative, results-driven out-of-school time programs to support expanded learning opportunities for children from low-income, immigrant, and refugee households.
Learning ROCKS! is an original Aspire! program, serving 100 3rd-5th grade students each day after school across three program sites (two of which are in affordable housing developments), as well as implementing an intensive six-week, full-day summer camp. The Learning ROCKS! Program utilizes evidence-based methods to support students’ reading development and STEM/STEAM skills, as well as providing general homework help and fostering students’ social-emotional development.
Aspire!’s 2018-19 AmeriCorps team will be comprised of 20 full-time AmeriCorps Members. The Learning Links AmeriCorps Program provides a critical link across the three main aspects of a child’s daily experience: at school, after school, and at home. Toward this end, Aspire! partners closely with and supports both schools and parents. The Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator will work to strengthen community engagement in our afterschool and Read Aloud activities by recruiting and training youth through retirees as reading buddies and homework helpers. They will also work closely with the Program Manager and Assistant Director on special events and programs, such as National Service events and our Middle School Buddies program.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Volunteer & Outreach AmeriCorps Member will serve a key coordinating role within ASPIRE! to mobilize volunteers and community resources to support program activities, as follows:
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan and implement Learning ROCKS! program lessons in collaboration with program staff and provide direct support and services to approximately 20-40 students each day, including appropriate supervision and assistance during homework completion time and recreational activities.
• Plan and implement full-day summer camp lessons, activities, guest speakers, and field trips.
• Provide direct service to students at their schools 2-3 mornings/week at partner elementary schools.
• Provide childcare, programming, and other support to the Parent Connection program 1-2 evenings/month.
• Achieve program goals in close collaboration with the Program Manager and/or Site Coordinator and support program staff in collecting and maintaining program data.
• Provide meaningful guidance and support for Learning ROCKS! volunteers.
• Help in daily maintenance of the Aspire! program sites.
• Communicate with parents/guardians and visitors in a professional and meaningful manner.
• Actively contribute to a Community of Practice that identifies and refines best practices in child and youth programming.
• Complete monthly AmeriCorps service reflections.
• Participate in required AmeriCorps and/or National Days of Service projects.
• Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and agreements of the organization.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien;
High school graduate or equivalent, at least 17 years old;
Commitment to local, community-based organizations;
Strong research, writing, and organizational skills;
Excellent time management skills;
Professional communication skills – ability to interact well with children, parents, community members/partners, volunteers, program staff, and high-level supports including Board Members;
Interest in and sensitivity to working with people from a variety of cultures and ethnic groups;
Bilingual Spanish and English skills, including reading, writing, and conversation helpful;
Self-motivated, independent, and resourceful; and
A great sense of humor!
Time Commitment:
Term of service: August 2018 to August 2019; and
Full-time, 40 hours/week commitment, including some evening and weekend activities.
Benefits:
Full-time AmeriCorps Members who successfully complete a term of service (1700 hours) are eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award of up to $5,775;
Additional benefits include training, $1,333/month living stipend (depending on start date), student-loan forbearance or deferment, health care benefits, and, depending on eligibility, childcare assistance;
Corps Members receive time off for winter break and spring break, as well as personal days off; and
ASPIRE! is committed to strengthening Corps Members’ professional and personal development. Corps Members will receive training in a variety of topics including: content areas, tutoring skills, child development, behavior management, education theory, leadership skills, and team building. Additionally, Corps Members will have significant autonomy and ownership over many aspects of programming and service.
To Apply:
Complete the initial job application form at: www.aspireafterschool.org and
Send a cover letter, and resume to jobs@aspireafterschool.org - subject line: Volunteer & Outreach AmeriCorps 2018-19. Please also fill out the brief online application, linked at http://aspireafterschool.org/join-our-team.
Aspire! Afterschool Learning’s AmeriCorps program is funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service and the position is contingent upon funding approval.
Aspire! Afterschool Learning’s shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers, selection of vendors, and provision of services.
OVERVIEW
Founded in 1994, Aspire! Afterschool Learning (Aspire!) provides innovative, results-driven out-of-school time programs to support expanded learning opportunities for children from low-income, immigrant, and refugee households.
Learning ROCKS! is an original Aspire! program, serving 100 3rd-5th grade students each day after school across three program sites (two of which are in affordable housing developments), as well as implementing an intensive six-week, full-day summer camp. The Learning ROCKS! Program utilizes evidence-based methods to support students’ reading development and STEM/STEAM skills, as well as providing general homework help and fostering students’ social-emotional development.
Aspire!’s 2018-19 AmeriCorps team will be comprised of 20 full-time AmeriCorps Members. The Learning Links AmeriCorps Program provides a critical link across the three main aspects of a child’s daily experience: at school, after school, and at home. Toward this end, Aspire! partners closely with and supports both schools and parents. The Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator will work to strengthen community engagement in our afterschool and Read Aloud activities by recruiting and training youth through retirees as reading buddies and homework helpers. They will also work closely with the Program Manager and Assistant Director on special events and programs, such as National Service events and our Middle School Buddies program.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Volunteer & Outreach AmeriCorps Member will serve a key coordinating role within ASPIRE! to mobilize volunteers and community resources to support program activities, as follows:
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan and implement Learning ROCKS! program lessons in collaboration with program staff and provide direct support and services to approximately 20-40 students each day, including appropriate supervision and assistance during homework completion time and recreational activities.
• Plan and implement full-day summer camp lessons, activities, guest speakers, and field trips.
• Provide direct service to students at their schools 2-3 mornings/week at partner elementary schools.
• Provide childcare, programming, and other support to the Parent Connection program 1-2 evenings/month.
• Achieve program goals in close collaboration with the Program Manager and/or Site Coordinator and support program staff in collecting and maintaining program data.
• Provide meaningful guidance and support for Learning ROCKS! volunteers.
• Help in daily maintenance of the Aspire! program sites.
• Communicate with parents/guardians and visitors in a professional and meaningful manner.
• Actively contribute to a Community of Practice that identifies and refines best practices in child and youth programming.
• Complete monthly AmeriCorps service reflections.
• Participate in required AmeriCorps and/or National Days of Service projects.
• Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and agreements of the organization.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien;
High school graduate or equivalent, at least 17 years old;
Commitment to local, community-based organizations;
Strong research, writing, and organizational skills;
Excellent time management skills;
Professional communication skills – ability to interact well with children, parents, community members/partners, volunteers, program staff, and high-level supports including Board Members;
Interest in and sensitivity to working with people from a variety of cultures and ethnic groups;
Bilingual Spanish and English skills, including reading, writing, and conversation helpful;
Self-motivated, independent, and resourceful; and
A great sense of humor!
Time Commitment:
Term of service: August 2018 to August 2019; and
Full-time, 40 hours/week commitment, including some evening and weekend activities.
Benefits:
Full-time AmeriCorps Members who successfully complete a term of service (1700 hours) are eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award of up to $5,775;
Additional benefits include training, $1,333/month living stipend (depending on start date), student-loan forbearance or deferment, health care benefits, and, depending on eligibility, childcare assistance;
Corps Members receive time off for winter break and spring break, as well as personal days off; and
ASPIRE! is committed to strengthening Corps Members’ professional and personal development. Corps Members will receive training in a variety of topics including: content areas, tutoring skills, child development, behavior management, education theory, leadership skills, and team building. Additionally, Corps Members will have significant autonomy and ownership over many aspects of programming and service.
To Apply:
Complete the initial job application form at: www.aspireafterschool.org and
Send a cover letter, and resume to jobs@aspireafterschool.org - subject line: Volunteer & Outreach AmeriCorps 2018-19. Please also fill out the brief online application, linked at http://aspireafterschool.org/join-our-team.
Aspire! Afterschool Learning’s AmeriCorps program is funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service and the position is contingent upon funding approval.
Aspire! Afterschool Learning’s shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers, selection of vendors, and provision of services.
Read More
Living Allowance
$1333
-
$1333 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Housing, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
• Aspire is committed to strengthening Corps Members' professional and personal development. Corps Members will receive training in a variety of topics including: content areas, volunteer management, child development, behavior management, education theory, leadership skills, database and computer skills and team building.
Education Requirements
Some College
Desired Languages
English, Arabic, Spanish
Other Conditions
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
18 - 150