LitCorps - AmeriCorps Program

The Summer Learning Collaborative, Inc.; New Castle (DE); Presencial; USD 46.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Living stipend

Segal Education Award

Descripción de la vacante

The Summer Learning Collaborative, Inc. is seeking AmeriCorps LitCorps Reading Buddies Members to support year-round social-emotional learning and literacy at community-based or school-based summer camps.

You will guide students to become confident readers through small group sessions and SEL lessons, while contributing to data tracking and program meetings. This seasonal role includes a living stipend and an Education Award upon completion of service hours.

Formación

• Experience guiding diverse youth in literacy activities.
• Ability to Plan and deliver small group sessions.
• Commitment to community service and youth development.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and facilitate small group literacy lessons using Reading Buddies.
• Deliver social-emotional learning lessons using HarmonySEL.
• Record attendance and monitor student progress data.
• Participate in AmeriCorps meetings and trainings.
• Lead and inspire students during camps.

Conocimientos

Reading instruction

Small group facilitation

Attendance tracking

Mentoring

Descripción del empleo

OUR STORY

SummerCollab co-creates youth programs that energize kids to love learning, play wildly and believe in the power of their unique talents. We envision a world filled with imaginative, confident young people who believe in their unique talents, intelligence and unlimited possibility. Our signature programs, Tyler’s Camp, Literacy Corps and CollabClub, provide new experiences and rich activities designed to narrow learning gaps in low income communities. We focus on cultivating self-worth, self-discovery, and meaningful human connection. Through these programs, kids learn to be vulnerable, persistent and curious while exploring new experiences. A side effect of this work is improved confidence, academic engagement and performance.

YOUR ROLE

AmeriCorps LitCorps Reading Buddies Corps Members are the drivers of our year-round social emotional support and literacy program. As an AmeriCorps LitCorps Reading Buddy, you will guide students to becoming confident, capable readers through providing small group reading sessions and social-emotional learning lessons at a community-based or school-based summer camp program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and facilitate small group literacy lessons with students using our Reading Buddies curriculum
• Plan and facilitate small group social emotional learning lessons with students using HarmonySEL
• Track attendance and student performance data
• Participate in network-wide AmeriCorps meetings
• Lead, inspire, and instruct assigned students
• Facilitate literacy assessments and analyze results to appropriately target instruction
• Complete training and professional development
• Serve a minimum of 300 service hours (including off-site service, training, and fundraising) during the Summer of 2027.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

SummerCollab seeks positive, passionate people with the desire to motivate youth to learn and grow. All AmeriCorps Member applicants must be at least 17 years of age, and have a commitment to community service. The ideal candidate is proactive, flexible and open to constructive feedback, willing and eager to build upon practices as a mentor and tutor. He/she will demonstrate strengths in communication and relationship building as well as the ability to address challenges quickly and effectively. Previous experience working with children is preferred. The ideal candidate has a growth mindset, a strong belief in student-centered learning, and the drive to help program participants become excited about learning!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SummerCollab is an equal opportunity employer that strives to be a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, partners, community, volunteers, contractors, and vendors. We respect and value diverse life experiences and cultures and ensure that all voices are valued and heard.

SummerCollab does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression/identity, age, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical ability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

LIVING STIPEND AND BENEFITS

This is a seasonal position for the Summer of 2027. LitCorps Reading Buddies AmeriCorps Members complete 300 hours of service and receive a $4,500 living stipend over the course of their service and a Segal Education Award upon satisfactory completion of 300 service hours of $1,565.08. Any service offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of required background checks.

Work Location: In person