Bozeman Public Schools exist to provide an outstanding education that inspires and ensures high achievement so every student can succeed and make a difference in a rapidly changing world community.
Service Activities
In order to achieve Bozeman School District’s goals of removing barriers for education for low-income and homeless students, the AmeriCorps VISTA member will be responsible for assessing community need, creating sustainable programming for increasing donations and volunteership, and increasing program access for these students. The member will also aim to create and implement a mentorship and tutoring program across district schools to foster and empower these students to succeed. The VISTA member will ensure that awareness of these programs is spread among beneficiaries and potential sponsors, while strengthening partnerships within the Bozeman community.
Community Need Addressed
Increasing access to education for homeless youth
Position Outcomes
Improve the capacity of the homeless education donation and donation volunteer programs; decrease barriers to school registration for homeless and low-income students; develop a summer program and a volunteer tutor program.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable)
This site includes: Grocery Assistance; Gas Assistance; Connection to Local Housing Option. VISTA members also receive: 10 Days of Personal Leave; 10 Days of Sick/Medical Leave; Professional development and training opportunities; Eligible for hiring preference with Employers of National Service; Access to My Life Expert member assistance program.
Skills you will gain
Ability to work within a complex public education system; Ability to collaborate with community partners; Ability to multi task and organize/proceduralize systems
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others
Decisions
Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them
Tools
Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment