The Kinder Academy Program targets Milwaukee children with no prior formal pre-school experience, who are unprepared for the basics of kindergarten.
AmeriCorps members will intentionally teach 'rising Kinders,' whom will be attending kindergarten in the following September, social and emotional skills, as well as basic concepts of numeracy (math) and early learning literacy skills.
Service Activities
AmeriCorps members will be assigned to a Boys & Girls Clubs location for the summer and will help facilitate the curriculum developed for "rising Kinders." This will be a 30 hour per week position, 5 days a week, 5-6 hours a day.
Members will:
--Complete all reports and documentation required.
--Assist in the development, acquisition, and maintenance of literacy materials.
--Establish and maintain a rapport with Club staff and parents.
--Help create, utilize, and maintain a print-rich literacy environment
--Participate in programs, projects, and special events.
--Participate in all required training and orientation.
Community Need Addressed
Numeracy and literacy helps children learn and succeed in school and leads to better jobs and wages that improve security for their families, which, in turn, reduces stress and strain on public services. The need for increased numeracy and literacy opportunities in the Milwaukee area is severe.
Position Outcomes
AmeriCorps Members will lead group activities for 16 rising kindergartners at two Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee locations, teaching basic skills and concepts needed to begin school in September, ready to learn.
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Stipend, Training
Skills you will gain
education, leadership, youth development, teaching/tutoring, relationship building, organization, teamwork,
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner
Creativity & Problem Solving
Improvise
Teamwork
Stay positive and outcome oriented
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Planning
Create environment of contribution, Set goals
Service
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