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Neighborhood House – Youth Literacy Leader (LitMN)
 
 
 
Founded in 1897 by the women of Mount Zion Temple, Neighborhood House has supported families from over 50 cultural and ethnic populations in times of transition or need. With each successive wave of newcomers, the demographic makeup of our service population has changed. What has not changed is our commitment to helping families move from “survive” to “thrive.” Today, Neighborhood House helps immigrants, refugees and others find pathways out of poverty through programming in Basic Needs and Lifelong Learning. All our programs and services are offered free of charge to our participants. The VISTA member will take part in the integration of literacy services into the youth programming. Many of the participants who attend programming come from under-served populations and find a welcoming community and opportunities at Neighborhood house. A keystone for success for just about anyone is the ability to read, write, and express one’s ideas and feelings. Unfortunately, for many of the participants that attend programming, this is a skill that is insufficient. Programs have built relationships with participants. This program will expand on that relationship and attempt to draw in family members. Programs have successfully assisted with social and emotional learning. This program will build on that and develop confidence in skill areas that are underdeveloped. Programs have improved the community within the building. This program will expand that success to the families and communities where the youth come from. Why should you serve at Neighborhood House? (This is what our staff says!) Professional development opportunities; Diversity of staff, participants, and volunteers; Ability to work across programs and departments; Flexibility of time and work space; Openness to new ideas and creativity; Continual learning; Great balance of teamwork and autonomy; Collaboration across departments; Organizational reputation and heritage; Free parking and on bus lines.
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.

Member Duties : The Literacy Leader will promote, assess, adapt and enhance literacy services for youth ages 12 – 18. These services will result in youth staying on track to graduate and having a plan for post-secondary education and/or employment. Moving into the project’s third year, the Literacy Leader will hold parent forums to evaluate program effectiveness, will elicit survey feedback from parents/students, and will initiate family engagement activities. They’ll also enhance volunteer programming by developing, implementing and evaluating volunteer trainings. Through this project, Neighborhood House youth programs will be community-based and community-informed resources that help youth and their families set and reach their educational goals *Position is part of the Literacy Leadership Program of Literacy Minnesota; we foster an organizational culture that’s welcoming and inclusive to all. Applications reviewed on rolling basis through July 1. https://www.literacymn.org/americorps-vista
 
Program Benefits : Living Allowance ,  Stipend ,  Healthcare Allowance, CSA Produce Share ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  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 :
Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Technology ,  Children/Youth ,  Community Outreach ,  Education . 
 
Skills :
Teaching/Tutoring ,  Recruitment ,  Youth Development ,  Education ,  Communications ,  Counseling ,  Public Speaking ,  Team Work ,  General Skills ,  Social Services ,  Writing/Editing ,  Leadership . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Neighborhood House – Youth Literacy Leader (LitMN)
Program Start/End Date
08/03/2020  -   08/02/2021
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Associates degree (AA)
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations MINNESOTA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  03/06/2020  To  05/05/2020 
Contact Joan McDonough-Schlecht
179 Robie St E
Saint Paul   MN   55107
651-789-2525
jschlecht@neighb.org
www.neighb.org
Listing ID 79630

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