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AmeriCorps; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Stipend

Education award upon successful completion

Living Allowance

Job summary

A national service program is seeking motivated individuals for a full-time role helping middle school students improve their literacy skills. You will provide academic assistance, participate in community service projects, and gain valuable training. A high school diploma or GED is required, and applicants must be at least 17 years old. This position offers a stipend and education award upon successful completion of service.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years or older.
• Capable of providing academic assistance and developing study skills in students.
• Able to establish positive communication with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic assistance in literacy to assigned students.
• Help students develop self-confidence in their academic work.
• Keep confidential records of student progress.
• Participate in community service projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interest in youth development

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Our AmeriCorps program trains young adults who are interested in becoming youth developers or educators themselves, providing the chance to gain real-world experience and useful skills. Members serve in after school, in-school, and summer programming at two Title-One middle schools in Prince George's County.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic assistance in literacy to assigned students in both small groups and individually
• Establish positive communication with teachers and other school administrators
• Help students develop self-confidence, improve self-concept, and reduce anxiety or fear of failure in academic work
• Attend periodic training sessions as assigned
• Help students develop study skills necessary for academic success
• Help students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying
• Keep confidential computer records of student interaction and progress, including learning objectives completed, attendance, and student report cards
• Participate in monthly or bi-monthly community service projects

Program Details

• Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
• Program Start/End Date: 09/05/2023 - 08/13/2024
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Education level: High school diploma/GED
• Age Requirement: Minimum 17, Maximum 99
• Program Locations: MARYLAND, Washington/Baltimore
• Languages: English
• Accepting Applications: From 05/22/2024 To 08/15/2028

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Age 17 or older
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Interest in youth development and education
• Ability to work with diverse populations and in school settings

Additional Information

• Program Benefits: Training, Stipend, Education award upon successful completion of service, Living Allowance
• Terms: Car recommended, Uniforms provided and required, Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Service Areas: Children/Youth