Texas Family Literacy AmeriCorps Member

Company: The Alliance
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

The Texas Family Literacy Initiative is a part of the AmeriCorps network of state and national service programs that engages 80,000 Americans each year in intensive service to meet critical needs in communities throughout the nation. This program provides literacy services to adults in Houston. Literacy Services include:

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Adult Basic Education (ABE)
• High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation
• Workplace Literacy/Workforce Infusion
• Computer Literacy
• Financial Literacy
• Job Coaching What do we look for in candidates? Our positions are dynamic, well-rounded, and fun! We strive to build a diverse team of individuals who want to commit to national service.
  • Experience or interest in education and/or working with diverse populations is preferred.
  • Must have a service oriented mindset.
  • Must have a desire for professional development and networking opportunities. Qualified applicants will serve as full time volunteer instructors with adult education organizations throughout Houston. This is an 11-month temporary position in which they complete 1700 hours of service from August 2020-July 2021. In exchange for their service, members receive the following benefits:
    • $13,992 annual stipend (distributed on a bi-weekly basis)
    • Student Loan Forbearance
    • $6095 education award issued after completion of service
    • Health Insurance
    • Valuable experience and over 100 hours of professional development
    • Joining a national network of over 80,000 federally recognized service members Education Bachelors Degree preferred. Extensive work experience may be supplemented for education. Apply Here: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=92486&fromSearch=true and/or email kallen@TheAllianceTX.org.

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