Dan River Year AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps Member Position Description
PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Dan River Year, a program of the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR), is dedicated to addressing community needs in southern Virginia. Program goals are to mobilize AmeriCorps members in a community-supported environment to build capacity in the region, strengthen community involvement, and address pressing needs. In 2016-2017, AmeriCorps members will focus on building the region’s science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) capacity.
TITLE: STEM Program Team Lead
POSITION SUMMARY: The STEM Program Team Lead at Goodwill will further refine and may deliver existing math, computer literacy and financial literacy curricula used for clients and employees. The Team Lead will also develop and may assist in the delivery of curricula in the same topics of math, computer literacy, and financial literacy to be used in our new computer labs in both the Danville and Blackstone locations. These labs will be open to the general public and the curricula developed will be designed for both K-12 and adult learners to help them improve their literacy in the areas of math, computers and finances. The Team Lead may also provide some individual tutoring in these areas as needed. Goodwill currently uses free software developed by another Goodwill, (GCFLearnFree.org) to improve the technology, literacy and math skills needed to be successful in both work and life. Our Team Lead would compare GCFLearn Free and the options available through the Khan Academy to determine which option is best suited to the individuals we will serve.
AGENCY SUMMARY: Goodwill Industries of South Central Virginia (GISCV) provides training and career opportunities to people with barriers to employment in a nine county territory in south central Virginia. Founded in 1972, GISCV belongs to the larger member services organization of Goodwill Industries International, working with partner Goodwill agencies across the nation and around the world to provide the education, training and employment opportunities needed in those communities.
SCOPE: This is a full-time position, requiring 1700 during the service year. This is approximate to serving 35 hours a week for 50 weeks. Service is anticipated to begin on September 1, 2016 and end on August 31, 2017. While the Dan River Year AmeriCorps program serves a four-county and two-city footprint, a member is assigned to a specific host location. Options for Team Lead include: Danville Public Schools, Pittsylvania County Public Schools, IALR, SVHC, NCI and Goodwill. Occasional travel throughout the service footprint and/or to state or national conferences may be required.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:
· Collaborate with staff, fellow AmeriCorps members, and partner organizations to develop and support service projects in the primary areas of focus and support the broad STEM capacity building interests.
· Recruit volunteers to support identified STEM service opportunities.
· Oversee the Khan Academy project, increasing student use of math, computer and financial literacy modules; serving as a coach; recruiting volunteers to serve as coaches.
· Serve as a liaison between the host organization and IALR. Serve as a liaison between half-time or less members and the site supervisor.
· Where needed, assist with math and computer literacy tutoring and skill-building activities in both formal school settings and in out-of-school (OST) programs.
· Develop curriculum and enrichment activities to support program outputs and outcomes.
· Work with site supervisors to coordinate member activities, including professional and personal opportunities.
· Attend all mandatory host site and Dan River Year meetings.
· Attend all planned training sessions for AmeriCorps members.
· Complete and submit accurate and timely documentation of AmeriCorps service hours as required by the Dan River Year.
· Participate in the MLK Day of Service, Day of Remembrance and Service, and one additional service day.
APPLICANTS MUST:
· Be at least 18 years old on their first day of service
· Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident alien
· Have a high school diploma or high school equivalency or agree to obtain one during the term of service
· Not have served more than the allowed number of AmeriCorps terms previous to this term
· Submit to a full background check, including a sex offender registry check, state criminal history registry check, and FBI fingerprint-based check. This position may have recurring access to vulnerable populations and selection is contingent upon satisfactory results of these checks.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Associate’s degree or higher
· Silver level National Career Readiness Certificate
· Intermediate computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office products
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Access to a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license
· Experience working with young people, job seekers, and/or adult learners
· Strong organizational skills
· Willingness to learn and serve others
BENEFITS:
· Living allowance of $15,400 for a service term of 1,700 hours over 10-12 months
· Segal Education Award of $5,775 at the end of a successful term of service, which can be used to repay student loans or for current or future education.
· Mileage reimbursement for non-host site location travel
· Health insurance (allowance for the Exchange)
· Child care assistance (if eligible)
· AmeriCorps apparel
· Mentoring and professional development
· Opportunity to earn industry certifications
· Service to southern Virginia and its citizens
DAYS/HOURS OF SERVICE: Typical service days/hours are Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm with evening and weekend hours depending on projects.
CONTACT: Dana Silicki, Dan River Year Project Coordinator
434-766-6729
OR
Jessica Beebe, Dan River Year Member Coordinator
434-766-6745
HOW TO APPLY: To apply, please send a cover letter, Dan River Year AmeriCorps application, and resume to Dana Silicki at . Please include “Dan River Year AmeriCorps Application” in the email subject line.
DISCLAIMERS: No persons involved with this program will discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability, marital/parental status, or military service.
In accordance with AmeriCorps Regulation 45 CFR 2540.100, this position does not duplicate work of previous or existing employees or volunteers, supplant the hiring of workers, or include service or duties that have been performed by a current employee, an employee who recently resigned or was discharged, an employee subject to a reduction in workforce, or an employee who is on leave.