Description
At Changeist, you will work on a diverse team to learn to design, implement and improve spaces for middle and high school youth to learn and practice changemaking skills. You will do this by creating thoughtful, culturally responsive workshops and experiences to enhance learning. At the end of the program year, the youth you lead will feel more equipped and empowered to take on issues most important to them.
Service Activities
• Recruit a diverse community of middle and high school students through engaging presentations, workshops, and
targeted outreach in your site’s location
• Nurture and cultivate relationships with schools, community-based partners, and families to help youth access social justice practitioners and leaders.
• Design curriculum and learning experiences (field trips) for participants to build community and learn about complex social justice issues
• Coach a small learning community of Changeist participants in civic reflection, enhancing their learning and experience
• Contribute to alumni programs that take place outside of Saturdays to further develop their leadership skills or learn about a new career pathway. (i.e. Changeist Media, Team Leader Program)
• Utilize data to improve the quality of program week to week
• Lead special projects that will build on the current work of the organization
Benefits
• Bi-weekly Living Allowance
• Post-service Segal Education Award (for those who have not earned the value of two full awards)
• Option to enroll in Changeist AmeriCorps member health insurance program
• Loan forbearance on qualifying student loans
• Professional and leadership development
• Access to public transportation pass
• Childcare for parents who qualify
Eligibility Requirements
• Be between 17-26 years old
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident (Authorization to work in the U.S. is not sufficient. Those with DACA status unfortunately are not eligible at this time.)
• Have a GED, high school diploma, some college or college and/or advanced degree
• Have served no more than three terms in an AmeriCorps state or national program
• Agree to pass a criminal background check
Testimonies
Lauren L. - Changeist Youth Empowerment Fellow 20' - 21’
“Working with Changeist affirmed my passion for education. Additionally, working directly with young people and having the agency to design my own curriculum boosted my confidence. Changeist’s collaborative environment allowed me to learn from my peers in the program, challenging my assumptions and pushing me to improve my practice.”
Chau Anh N. - Changeist Youth Empowerment Fellow 21' - 22’
“Seeing the behind-the-scenes as a high school alum makes me appreciate Changeist even more because I see the amount of effort channeled into creating these spaces. I’ve always loved Changeist as a participant, and now as a Changeist AmeriCorps member I really appreciate the types of experiences Changeist creates.”
At Changeist, you will work on a diverse team to learn to design, implement and improve spaces for middle and high school youth to learn and practice changemaking skills. You will do this by creating thoughtful, culturally responsive workshops and experiences to enhance learning. At the end of the program year, the youth you lead will feel more equipped and empowered to take on issues most important to them.
Service Activities
• Recruit a diverse community of middle and high school students through engaging presentations, workshops, and
targeted outreach in your site’s location
• Nurture and cultivate relationships with schools, community-based partners, and families to help youth access social justice practitioners and leaders.
• Design curriculum and learning experiences (field trips) for participants to build community and learn about complex social justice issues
• Coach a small learning community of Changeist participants in civic reflection, enhancing their learning and experience
• Contribute to alumni programs that take place outside of Saturdays to further develop their leadership skills or learn about a new career pathway. (i.e. Changeist Media, Team Leader Program)
• Utilize data to improve the quality of program week to week
• Lead special projects that will build on the current work of the organization
Benefits
• Bi-weekly Living Allowance
• Post-service Segal Education Award (for those who have not earned the value of two full awards)
• Option to enroll in Changeist AmeriCorps member health insurance program
• Loan forbearance on qualifying student loans
• Professional and leadership development
• Access to public transportation pass
• Childcare for parents who qualify
Eligibility Requirements
• Be between 17-26 years old
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident (Authorization to work in the U.S. is not sufficient. Those with DACA status unfortunately are not eligible at this time.)
• Have a GED, high school diploma, some college or college and/or advanced degree
• Have served no more than three terms in an AmeriCorps state or national program
• Agree to pass a criminal background check
Testimonies
Lauren L. - Changeist Youth Empowerment Fellow 20' - 21’
“Working with Changeist affirmed my passion for education. Additionally, working directly with young people and having the agency to design my own curriculum boosted my confidence. Changeist’s collaborative environment allowed me to learn from my peers in the program, challenging my assumptions and pushing me to improve my practice.”
Chau Anh N. - Changeist Youth Empowerment Fellow 21' - 22’
“Seeing the behind-the-scenes as a high school alum makes me appreciate Changeist even more because I see the amount of effort channeled into creating these spaces. I’ve always loved Changeist as a participant, and now as a Changeist AmeriCorps member I really appreciate the types of experiences Changeist creates.”
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Living Allowance
$2304
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$2304 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, Training
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Certifications or Qualifications
Reliable access to transportation from home to our office in Downtown Stockton.
Desired Languages
English, Spanish
Other Conditions
Uniforms provided and required
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
17 - 26