**AMERICORPS SERVICE OPPORTUNITY - Participation in a program of national and community service as an AmeriCorps Member does not constitute employment and should not supplant full time income**
AmeriCorps Members are required to complete 900 hours of service for a 9-month commitment from September 2024 - May 2025 serving in the Las Vegas community.
Strong Start GO Mobile Pre-K Academies (GO) offers children and families with free high-quality, early-education programming including family engagement workshops and activities. AmeriCorps Members will serve as Strong Start GO Ambassadors in the assigned mobile pre-k program providing academic interventions including cognitive, social-emotional, and physical growth and development.
900 hour position
- Service Dates: September 2024 – May 2025
- Stipend is up to $14,631 for the 9-month term ($731.55 bi-weekly)
- Education Award: $3,697.50
- Required hours: During the school day for 30 hours per week (Monday-Thursday)
Qualifications:
- Strong interest in community service and/ or social work
- Dedication to the community, passion for service, and ability to commit to full length of service
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate online systems and email
- Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
- Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated, and professional
- Ability to accept and incorporate constructive feedback from supervisors and program staff
- Excellent time management and decision-making skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations from all socioeconomic backgrounds and adapt to any environment
- Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics, and integrity
Eligibility Requirements:
- Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently
- Ability to commit to 9 months of service
- At least 17 years of age by the program start date
- High School Diploma or Equivalent, or agree to obtain prior to using the education award
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States
The city of Las Vegas is committed to creating a diverse environment in which all social groups are represented, and that closely matches the diversity of the communities we serve. We want to ensure every applicant is treated fairly and with respect regarding race, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or disability.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss disability accommodation for those requiring application or interview support, for more information please contact 702-229-2609.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $1,463.10 per month
Expected hours: No less than 30 per week
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person