Education Interventionist
Play a part in creating a better future for children. Do you want to open the world to children through education? Do you have a strong desire to work with refugee youth from countries like Ukraine, Afghanistan, Congo, Venezuela? Recent immigrant children from all corners of the world? You can offer a world of choices through education. The Language Interventionist has a specific interest in education that impacts the lives of recent immigrants and/or refugees. By applying concepts of service learning, acculturation, social emotional learning and creative learning, Members maximize the learning experience of the students being served. This Member will lead children in two community service projects during their term. Current Members say,"this experience has transformed my own life," and "working with the children each day fulfills me in ways I could never have imagined." In middle and high school campuses, this AmeriCorps Language Interventionist supports classroom instruction to bolster a student's ability to improve English proficiency and ensure meaningful access access to the school's ESL program. The Member works with students 1:1 or in small groups. In our ASPIRE after school center Members help children overcome academic and existential challenges, help with homework, support the social development of children ages 5-11, provide mentoring through service learning and other activities. Positions available: 3 HT at ASPIRE Centers 6 HT on school campuses
Member Duties : This Member focuses on the following activities: The Member is assigned to the same school campus or after school center for the entire service year. Engages with 12-18 students per campus per day either 1:1 via a push-in intervention or in small groups. Provides academic support for students who need to improve English proficiency Meets with teachers to plan and implement activities Ensures understanding and comprehension for children to complete classroom activities successfully Fosters a nurturing, supportive, and positive learning environment to encourage English language development, enhances motivation, and clearly communicate classroom routines and expectations. Maintains complete and accurate records of student's progress Informs Classroom Teachers of students' progress Leads students in two community service programs throughout the year
Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Accredited certification related topic .
Terms :
Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .
Service Areas :
Education , Community Outreach , Children/Youth .
Skills :
Community Organization , Social Services , Education , General Skills , Leadership , A passion to serve others , Team Work , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development