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Frostburg State University
  • Position Number: 1171428
  • Location: Frostburg, MD
  • Position Type: Other Administrative Positions


AmeriCorps Read to Succeed Coordinator

Posting Number: 201800364
Department: AmeriCorps
Tenure Track: No
Initial Term of Appointment: 08/15/2018 to 08/14/2019
Advertised Salary Range: Living Stipend ($13,732 per year) + benefits listed
Position Type: Exempt
FTE: 1

Short Description:
Frostburg State University is seeking a full-time AmeriCorps member to support and enhance the University's Read to Succeed literacy program. The focus of the program is to engage K-8 youth in academic enrichment and mentoring that improve academic performance. Contingent upon final funding. Funded in part by the Governor's Office on Service and Volunteerism and the Corporation for National and Community Service.

Benefits:
  • Living Stipend ($13,732/year)
  • Education Award ($5,815; subject to change)
  • Training and Professional Development
  • Childcare Assistance (if eligible)
  • Health Coverage (if eligible)
  • Loan Forbearance (if eligible)

    Description of Ongoing/New Duties:
    Training of all volunteers and service members
    Recruitment of children to participate in the program
    Placement and pairing of volunteers and service mentors
    Administering pre and post assessments at multiple sites
    Complete monthly report as assigned by ASTAR and the National Service Coordinator
    Volunteer Recruitment of Mentors
    General Volunteer Recruitment and tracking for designated ASTAR and OCE events
    Tracking of all volunteers, children, and results

    Minimum Qualifications:
    Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident
    Strong communication skills
    College Graduate (experience in the field may substitute education requirement)
    Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
    Valid Drivers License and access to reliable transportation
    Position contingent upon background check clearance

    Preferred Qualifications:
    Passion for youth and community development
    Education degree or background

    Open Date: 02/15/2018
    Close Date:

    To apply, visit https://frostburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/828

    EEO Statement:
    Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance. www.frostburg.edu