Urban Ministry Intern (Teen Program Coordinator in Boston)

Description

This full-time AmeriCorps position will assist with a teen program based in a church or faith-based organization, serving through tutoring, mentoring, college prep, assisting with web-based academic enrichment elements, conducting community and parent outreach, assisting with community and school partnerships, planning college visits and workshops as directed, coordinating volunteers, and providing overall support. The main responsibilities of the teen program coordinator depend heavily on the season. During recruitment season (mainly the early fall, late winter and late spring), much of the coordinator's time is spent visiting high schools and local CBOs to make presentations to students about our college-prep programs. However, when student recruitment is not the main priority, a typical day might include counseling a student on strategically managing the demands of high school life; responding to email or phone inquiries about financial aid or college application questions/concerns; developing the curriculum; and facilitating a workshop on anything from how to develop a vision for your life to how to fill out the Common Application. REQUIREMENTS: * Applicants for this program must be at least 17 years old * must have a college degree (Bachelor's, Associate's) * must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States * specific qualifications vary by position but generally applicants should have good people skills, ability to work with children and have a desire to learn * applicants with experience working with Black and Latino communities or non-profit community/faith-based organizations are strongly encouraged to apply * familiarity with Microsoft Word and the Internet is desired * accepted applicants must follow all federal and AmeriCorps guidelines with respect to faith during official AmeriCorps hours. TO APPLY: http://www.techmissioncorps.org/cms/tmc/apply-now

Group Minimum and Maximum

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*A living stipend for the year of at least $12,100 (stipend depends on service description), which is paid every 2 weeks

* Basic, individual health insurance

* After successful completion of the year, an Educational Award of $5,550 to pay off past student loans or future schooling

* Federal student loans deference or forbearance during service year

* Childcare, if eligible

* 50% discount on online courses from City Vision College

* AmeriCorps benefits do not affect eligibility to continue receiving government assistance