AmeriCorps Aide
The 4-H SPIN Club AmeriCorps Member will be responsible for delivering SPIN club programming to area schools and/or community partners in Cass and Van Buren counties. Tasks will include:
● Plan and organize 10 virtual 4-H SPIN (special interest) clubs with volunteers that focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) topics and utilize the 4-H SPIN Club guide, planning worksheet, and record of finances
● Engage between 50 and 60 new youth in 4-H SPIN club programming
● Provide support to 4-H volunteers who provide guest programming or otherwise support 4-H SPIN Clubs and associated activities
● Host virtual quarterly family engagement events
● Collect data and submit reports to the Site Supervisor and to the 4-H STEAM Corps Program Manager
● Potential for activities related to COVID-19 response, specifics TBD
These positions are filled in accordance with AmeriCorps guidelines found here.
This program is not able to sponsor a non-immigrant visa.
Upon successful completion of their service term, AmeriCorps members qualify for an Education Award of $3097.50.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven ability in establishing and working with a diverse network of constituents and community members across race, gender, socioeconomic class, disabilities and other differences to assist with program development and outreach.
- Understanding of and ability to implement Civil Rights principles and compliance standards.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Passion for science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math (STEAM)
- Knowledge of youth development, volunteer recruitment and management
- Outgoing, confident and able to work in a fast paced virtual environment
- Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.