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Last updated May 9, 2016
AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Corps Member — Literacy
Coordinator Position Available
Reading to Kids is seeking a full-time AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Corps Member — Literacy
Coordinator. Be a part of an organization that has been making a difference for LA's children since 1999 and which has been recognized as one of LA's top volunteer opportunities!
Deadline: Accepting applications until June 13, 2016
Term: August 5, 2016 - August 4, 2017
(August 1 - 4, 2016 Pre-Service Orientation (PSO) Training also required)
Position Summary:
The AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Corps Member will
assist Reading to Kids in its mission of inspiring underserved
children with a love of reading, thereby enriching their lives and
opportunities for future success. Reporting to the
Managing Director, the VISTA Member will work directly with
volunteers and educators to ensure a satisfying volunteer/student
experience. The VISTA Member will gain insight into the issues that
affect LAUSD schools, students and families today, and learn about
educational policy.
This AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Corps Member position will be administered through L.A. Works. More
information about this position and how to apply can be found at
https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=67030. More information about AmeriCorps can be found at
http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps.
Position
Responsibilities:
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• Organize
each month's reading clubs |
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• Provide
ongoing support to approximately 500 volunteers with phone calls, emails
and educational resources |
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Coordinate volunteer/student matches with 8 LAUSD partner schools |
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• Network
in the local community to expand volunteer outreach and engagement |
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• Help to
plan and organize volunteer appreciation and enrichment events |
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• Conduct
school site visits to help strengthen partnerships and address issues,
with Managing Director |
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• Maintain
database of volunteer and school information |
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Contribute to the
Reading to Kids blog and weekly update emails |
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• Assist
site operations teams at the monthly reading clubs, which occur on the
second Saturday of each month |
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Participate as an active member of the
Reading to Kids Taskforce |
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Participate in Board and Taskforce meetings and involvement with
Taskforce committees as a facilitator and coordinator |
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Participate in fundraising and in-kind donations through the
establishment of business partnerships |
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• Attend monthly meetings and trainings at L.A. Works |
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• Serve as a Project Leader at L.A. Works special days of service |
Additional Responsibilities Will Include:
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• Manage
Reading to Kids Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest
accounts |
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• Update
Reading to Kids website |
Skills/Qualifications:
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Required:
Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree; outstanding organizational and
communication skills; exceptional ability to work well with others;
strong writing skills; must be at least 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the U.S.; possess a valid CA state driver's license; available for some evening and weekend commitments; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite |
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Preferred: Interest in education issues; commitment to
children; access to a car |
Stipend
$15,996 per year plus $5,500 Education Award or $1,500 in cash upon successful completion of term; AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefit; childcare assistance if eligible; relocation allowance if eligible
Application deadline: Accepting applications until June 13, 2016
To apply for the position, please carefully follow the directions at
https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=67030. Be sure to clearly indicate that Reading to Kids is one of your top three Host Site preferences. Questions about applying should be directed to
Asia Olaño, asia @ laworks.com, (323) 224-6510 ext. 101.
Questions about the position can be addressed to
Reading to Kids Managing Director Charlie Orchard, Charlie.Orchard @ readingtokids.org.
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