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Pinhead Institute Educational Associate VISTA
 
 
 
The Pinhead Institute is a Smithsonian Affiliate based in Telluride, Colorado that strives to promote science-education both locally and globally. Pinhead Institute educates and inspires children and adults in the greater Telluride region about the wonders of science and technology through engaging programming, direct interaction with scientists, and unique research centered internship experiences. An international network of the world’s leading scientists supports Pinhead's many educational programs providing unparalleled opportunity to high-level scientific education in rural Colorado. Pinhead Institute educates and inspires children and adults in the greater Telluride region about the wonders of science and technology. The VISTA with Pinhead will be helping to spread a love of science in the next generation by building the capacity of Pinhead Institute to offer innovative, interactive in-school and after school programming. Through this programming, students from all backgrounds and soci-economic status' will have equitable access to STEM education - creating more pathways to careers and higher education and create better outcomes for the community. The Pinhead offices are in Telluride, CO and works with the following Colorado school districts: Telluride, Olathe, Montrose, Ridgway, Ouray, Dolores, Cortez, Norwood, Naturita, Nucla, and Paradox. Located in Telluride, Colorado Pinhead's office is at the base of a ski lift and offers flexible hours for service to accommodate those who want to take advantage of all that Colorado has to offer!
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.



Member Duties : The VISTA member with Pinhead Institute will have an incredible opportunity to: build exciting K-12 STEM education curriculum, serve alongside Pinhead Instructors to research and develop programming/curriculum, conduct community outreach to grow Pinhead's reach, assist with Pinhead Internship placements, volunteer recruitment, and write grants, and identify fundraising and fund development initiatives. The VISTA member will have an opportunity to grow their skills and share their passion for STEM education in one of the most beautiful places that Colorado has to offer!
 
Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Training ,  Living Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  $500/month housing stipend . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Disaster Relief ,  Children/Youth . 
 
Skills :
Education ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Writing/Editing ,  First Aid ,  Non-Profit Management ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Community Organization ,  Communications ,  Youth Development . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Pinhead Institute Educational Associate VISTA
Program Start/End Date
02/14/2022  -   02/14/2023
Work Schedule Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations COLORADO  
Languages
Spanish Fluency desired
Accepting Applications
From  09/15/2021  To  05/30/2022 
Contact Anna Toth
789 Sherman Ave.
Denver   CO   80203
3036231540147
toth@crcamerica.org
Listing ID 107052

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