College Possible Milwaukee Program Expansion VISTA 22-23 Job at AmeriCorps
"Nationwide, systemic inequities have created unfair barriers to college that have only widened as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since 2000, AmeriCorps coaches serving with College Possible have helped empower 81,543 students from low-income backgrounds on their college journey. Our pioneering model matches aspiring high school and college students with people just like you who’ve committed to a year of service. As their coach, you’ll offer personalized support and resources designed to help students navigate and overcome the most common barriers to getting into college and completing their degree. "
Please note:
This listing is currently not accepting applications.
This listing is currently not accepting applications.
Member Duties : Further College Possible's programmatic reach to potentiall be able to serve students from low-income backgrounds in areas outside of Milwaukee particularly to Southeastern Wisconsin school districts Racine and Kenosha. According to Wisconsin DPI, 66% of Racine and 57% of Kenosha students are considered "economically disadvantaged" and less than 30% percent of Racine and Kenosha students enroll in college their first fall after high school graduation. Actively assist in the exploration and study of program feasibility in Southeastern Wisconsin high schools by meeting with educational stakeholders, prospecting partners, engaging with families, and creating a recruitment plan for AmeriCorps service members. Expansion efforts will enable College Possible to reach more students from low-income backgrounds and end the cycle of poverty through educational attainment.
Program Benefits : Housing Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* , Living Allowance , Training , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Education .
Education .
Skills :
Recruitment , Education , Community Organization , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Non-Profit Management , Communications , Writing/Editing , Leadership .
Recruitment , Education , Community Organization , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Non-Profit Management , Communications , Writing/Editing , Leadership .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
College Possible Milwaukee Program Expansion VISTA 22-23
Program Start/End Date
10/03/2022 - 10/02/2023
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
WISCONSIN
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 01/19/2023 To 03/31/2023
Contact
Mai Yang-Her
755 Prior Ave N
Saint Paul MN 55104
7405018720
myangher@collegepossible.org
www.collegepossible.org
Listing ID
114435
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