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2016 Volunteer Iowa: CRPL Literacy Programs Coordinator
 
 
 
For over 60 years, the Cedar Rapids Public Library has promoted literacy initiatives. The library has a long tradition in the community, but is also on the edge of something greater. With two world-class new libraries opening in 2013, the library is a vibrant community hub and buzzing with energy and possibility. This is a dynamic time to connect the library to the community through outreach and volunteerism. You can be a part of this exciting literacy initiative and make a lasting impact on young readers in Cedar Rapids! With a new strategic plan that focuses on “Investing in Young Minds,” we are further developing our reading programs designed for K-12 students. In the summer of 2015, we launched our redesigned summer reading program and piloted a new Summer Meals outreach program - with the help of previous VISTAs. VISTA goals for 2016-2017 include: expand the 2017 summer meals outreach program to include more offsite partnerships and increase reach to youth in poverty; expand STEAM related programming; evaluate the success of the 2016 summer meals program; increase the participation and completion rates in all reading programs; develop and implement systems to more comprehensibly evaluate our reading programs, youth experience, and delivery systems; expand on the volunteer opportunities for the reading programs; and develop outreach initiatives to promote library programs and resources in schools with higher percentages of students eligible for free/reduced-price lunch. The VISTA will serve as a part of the Volunteer Iowa VISTA Program. Volunteer Iowa is a state agency whose mission is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering. VISTA members with our program will have the benefit of a statewide support network of staff, Commissioners, National Service Programs, and fellow AmeriCorps VISTA members. Members will receive ongoing training, support, networking, and professional development opportunities.
 
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Member Duties : You will be involved in all facets of growing the library’s literacy programs. Responsibilities include: evaluate 2016 summer reading and outreach programs; create an action plan for 2017 summer reading and outreach programs delivery improvement or expansion; expand upon research of effective literacy programs for the general population and reluctant readers; develop and implement an outreach plan to specifically target students from low-income communities; develop and implement recruitment plan for reading program volunteers; develop training for new reading program volunteers; supervise reading program volunteers. To be successful in your role, you will need to be computer savvy, highly organized, self-directed, a good communicator, and be willing to function as part of a team. This is a tremendous opportunity if you are considering a career in libraries or education! The member will serve at the Cedar Rapids Public Library in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
 
Program Benefits : Health Coverage* ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Training ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Living Allowance ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service 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 ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Children/Youth ,  Hunger ,  Education ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Youth Development ,  Team Work ,  General Skills ,  Communications ,  Recruitment ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Education . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
2016 Volunteer Iowa: CRPL Literacy Programs Coordinator
Program Start/End Date
07/20/2016  -   07/19/2017
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations IOWA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  02/02/2016  To  06/01/2016 
Contact Monica de Melo Dreasher
200 E Grand Ave
Des Moines   IA   50309
515-725-1224
monica.dreasher@iowa.gov
www.volunteeriowa.org
Listing ID 64879

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