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Texas Family Literacy AmeriCorps
 
 
 
Located in Austin and Houston, we offer a range of education-focused national service opportunities that are making a growing difference helping to address peoples' literacy needs across our region.1 in 5 adults in Texas can’t read or write well enough to fill out a job application. And less than 5% of these adults have access to educational services to meet their needs. Become part of the Texas Family Literacy AmeriCorps team – learn, develop and contribute by helping people in need to build essential literacy skills. For members interested in serving and teaching adults they will be able to teach/tutor in English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education (ABE) (basic reading and writing), and GED and workforce literacy (skills to get and keep a job). For individuals interested in serving with children and families, members deliver family literacy programs for parents and children (under 5) and also provide early childhood literacy for children (ages 2-5). All programs are based on research-validated curriculum and are operated with/through our network of 40+ community-based nonprofit partners. Members are matched with local nonprofits to: 1. Teach classes or tutor adults in English as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, or GED classes. 2. Provide Workforce Literacy for adults seeking to improve their employment and careers. 3. Provide early childhood interventions for low-income families. 4. Coach parenting program (called PALS) to promote emotional, cognitive, and language development. Members also participate in team meetings, professional development, community service, and team building activities. Members receive a range of training, tools, an education award and great industry connections as well as practical experience. Members also gain important work skills and opportunities for leadership. Service is a great way into local non-profit networks as well as an achievable path to real experience and skills to build a career.
 
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Member Duties : This is a full time position where members become community educators and instructors. Members will be able to choose between five different service areas: 1. Teach classes or tutor adults in English as a Second Language, 2. Teach classes or tutor individuals ranging from late teens to adults in Adult Basic Education or GED classes. 3. Provide Workforce Literacy for adults seeking to improve their employment and careers. 4. Provide early childhood interventions for children from low-income families. 4. Coach with a parenting program (called PALS) to promote cognitive and language development in children ages 2 - 5. Members also participate in team meetings, professional development, community service, and team building activities. *********Please note that Spanish is helpful for many of our positions, but is not a requirement.*************************************
 
Program Benefits : Health Coverage ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Training ,  Living Allowance ,  Education award upon successful completion of service . 
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Children/Youth ,  Education ,  Community and Economic Development . 
 
Skills :
Education ,  Non-Profit Management ,  Computers/Technology ,  Youth Development ,  Team Work ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Leadership ,  Social Services ,  Communications . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Texas Family Literacy AmeriCorps
Program Start/End Date
08/14/2017  -   07/31/2018
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  21    Maximum:  99
Program Locations TEXAS  
Languages
Spanish
English
Accepting Applications
From  08/14/2017  To  10/31/2017 
Contact Jeff Mann
1640B E 2nd St
Austin   TX   78702
5123258655x115
jeff@willread.org
www.willread.org
Listing ID 71286

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