AMERICORPS
Central Arkansas - Part Time
DO YOU…ARE YOU...WILL YOU...
Do you have the heart for service?
Do you want to make a difference?
Are you looking for new, exciting, and meaningful ways to serve your community?
Are you ready to be the change you want to see?
Will you say Yes to the mission?
As an AmeriCorps member serving with Every Arkansan/Arkansas Dream Center, you will be given a service opportunity that may align with your passions... OR help you discover them!
Join our team. Find your place. Make a difference.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
AmeriCorps Tutoring and After-School Team Member (Half-Time 675 hours): Team Members to serve as Tutors and Food Coordinators who are committed to serving children in our Dream Center Kids After School program through educational development, Monday - Friday 1pm-6pm; and provide assistance to Program leads. Members will be based out of two of our stationary facilities, where they will provide a safe, fun environment where our children can improve their grades, expand their minds, and be provided a healthy snack and meal.
Apply Here: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=106044
AmeriCorps Food For Good Mobile Coordinator and After-School Team Member (Half-Time 675 hours): Team Members will serve as Food for Good Coordinators who are committed to serving nutritious meals to the children in our After School Mobile program every weekday throughout the school year from 1pm-6pm. Food for Good Mobile Team Members will serve out of our North Little Rock central office to assist with meal service, assist Program leads in managing fun activities for the kids, and provide a safe, fun environment in 20 communities.
Apply Here: https://americorps.equalheart.org/hiring.html
REQUIREMENTS
At least be 17 years old
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Pass criminal background checks via Truescreen and Fieldprint
High School, GED, or higher diploma
Certified in Tutoring Reading, Math, or other subjects (desired but not required)**
Must be able to lift 20-30 lbs
Must have their own reliable vehicle for transportation
Must be passionate about working with children, building relationships, being a team player and serving the community
Organizational experience
Creative, self-starter, critical thinker, and problem solver
Be adaptable and flexible
BENEFITS
Earn a reasonable Living allowance broken down into bi-weekly amounts
End of term education award that can be used on any education related costs, including student loans, tuition, books, room and board, etc.
Service Experience
Networking and Opportunities for Future Job Placement
Developmental Training
Gaining experience and skills in food service, safety, conflict resolution, non-profit experience, networking, youth development, team work, and relationship building within the community
Working with a dynamic team that is passionate for the mission