Project BEAR Service Member, November Cohort
Full Time
Portsmouth, OH 45662
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Job description
Position Information
Position Title
Project BEAR Service Member, November Cohort
Job Category
Employment Status
Part-time Defined Contract
Job Description Summary
JOB
PURPOSE
STATEMENT
In support of the mission of Project BEAR: Building Emerging and Achieving Readers, the AmeriCorps Service Member will serve students in non-profit early childhood partner sites throughout Scioto County serving children birth-age 5 promoting literacy development in the region. Project BEAR believes that early literacy is a right for all, and it is the foundation for educational success, yet many children birth-age 5 are not given the time and skills to build this foundation. Children without the necessary literacy skills start from behind and often never catch up. Project BEAR can help bridge this gap and get students back on track for future education success. General Service Schedule: Hours are mostly during the school day, approximately 9am-3pm Monday-Friday. ( Will require 18 hours/week through May)
After attending a series of trainings, Members will be placed in a classroom to provide literacy instruction in whole group, small groups, or one-on-one, to students birth-age 5. Members will receive a stipend payment per month, plus an Education Award upon successful contract completion. Placements in schools will be made according to the applicant’s geographic location, preference, and district needs. Our program serves schools in Scioto County, Pike County, and Lawrence Counties in Ohio.
This position is funded through a Federal grant and is responsible for completion of applicable grant objectives.
In support of the mission of Project BEAR: Building Emerging and Achieving Readers, the AmeriCorps Service Member will serve students in non-profit early childhood partner sites throughout Scioto County serving children birth-age 5 promoting literacy development in the region. Project BEAR believes that early literacy is a right for all, and it is the foundation for educational success, yet many children birth-age 5 are not given the time and skills to build this foundation. Children without the necessary literacy skills start from behind and often never catch up. Project BEAR can help bridge this gap and get students back on track for future education success. General Service Schedule: Hours are mostly during the school day, approximately 9am-3pm Monday-Friday. ( Will require 18 hours/week through May)
After attending a series of trainings, Members will be placed in a classroom to provide literacy instruction in whole group, small groups, or one-on-one, to students birth-age 5. Members will receive a stipend payment per month, plus an Education Award upon successful contract completion. Placements in schools will be made according to the applicant’s geographic location, preference, and district needs. Our program serves schools in Scioto County, Pike County, and Lawrence Counties in Ohio.
This position is funded through a Federal grant and is responsible for completion of applicable grant objectives.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES
AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Flexibility is critical, given this is a school setting
- Ensure accurate data entry and evaluation of all surveys conducted
- Implement specific early literacy instruction, share results with center staff and partners, conduct weekly progress monitoring, and act on the feedback of coaches and staff to make data-informed decisions to ensure each child is on track
- Respect confidentiality of students, staff, and fellow AmeriCorps members
- Interact in a positive, professional and cooperative manner with families, and other center staff; refer appropriate questions or concerns to AmeriCorps Program Coordinator.
- Attend all required training courses and staff meetings and participate in AmeriCorps service projects.
- Willingness and ability to be cross trained and fill in where directed to ensure quality care for the youth residing at the center. This includes but is not limited to training in: CPR, Child Abuse recognition, First Aid, Communicable disease recognition, assisting with summer literacy programs, after hours meetings and events, and out of town trainings
- Understand and promote the Mission and Vision of the Shawnee State University Children’s Learning Center that values diversity and celebrates the positive aspects of a multicultural society.
- Consult with your supervisor if you have any ideas, issues, or concerns, offering analysis and solutions whenever possible.
- Report any accidents, illness, sickness or signs of abuse or neglect to teacher / principal.
- Maintain excellent attendance and follow correct procedures according to grant protocol
- Participate in a National Day of Service such as Make a Difference day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Global Youth Service Day, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
(
EDUCATION
AND
EXPERIENCE
)
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- Be a US citizen, national, or permanent resident
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
MINIMUM
JOB
KNOWLEDGE
,
SKILLS
,
AND
ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft office software and data entry programs
- Positive and professional written and oral communication skills
- Ability to pass criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications Summary
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree or higher in education, social work, sociology, psychology or a related field
- Experience working with low-income populations
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Experience and comfort with speaking in front of a group
- Experience with program development or assessment
- Reliable transportation
Working Conditions Summary
Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive dust, noise, temperatures and the like.
Institutional Statement
SSU
seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority.
AA/EOE Statement
Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or military status.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number STU-P082 Number of Vacancies 1+ Desired Start Date Position End Date Starting Salary Stipend up to $4,369.50 Open Date 10/12/2022 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Stipend: Members will receive an equal stipend payment per month during the service term up to $4,369.50. In addition, Members who complete a minimum of 450 hours of service, including 10-20% of hours in training, are eligible to receive an Education Award in the amount of $1,824.07 which can be used (1) to repay qualified student loans or (2) to cover the cost of current education expenses including Cost of Attendance (COA) for a degree or certificate-granting program at a Title IV school (e.g., tuition, books, room and board), expenses for non-degree courses (e.g., continuing education courses at Title IV schools), or expenses for attending a GI Bill-approved program. To receive this award, members must complete all required hours in their contract in the contracted time.
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If you need assistance, please contact Human Resources at extension 3879.
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