LearnServe Program & Student Support VISTA

LearnServe Program & Student Support VISTA

LearnServe's mission is to equip high school students from diverse backgrounds with the entrepreneurial vision, tenacity, confidence, and leadership skills needed to tackle social challenges at home and abroad as part of our after school program. Just as important, students learn about themselves and their power as leaders equipped to make positive change. LearnServe's VISTA project will deepen programming and expand our community with the goal to give even more young people the opportunity to become leaders and changemakers. LearnServe is located in Washington, DC, a hub for education, government, and non-profit sectors, offering unique experiences in the nation's capital. LearnServe is growing to serve even more young people across the country (and world!), and the Program & Student Support VISTA will be key in helping us support students in new and important ways. Specifically, the VISTA will: -Strengthen and sustain a comprehensive student success and postsecondary readiness framework -Institutionalize student wellness and social-emotional support systems - Build strategies to strengthen student retention, leadership pathways, and alumni engagement Our ideal candidate will have: -Belief in the power of young people to create change! -Passion for youth development and leadership -Experience or work in social work, psychology, or related fields of study -Excellent communication skills, and specifically working 1:1 with students -Experience in youth development -Team player Willingness to develop new skills -Experience in project management, with an eye for detail -Ability to think creatively and critically in developing new ideas and strategies

Member Duties : The Program & Student Support VISTA is an integral role as we develop and implement Student Success and Support initiatives. The VISTA will be critical in creating the programmatic strategy and processes that the Programs Team will utilize in helping empower students to take an active role in their personal and professional growth through the lens of their social entrepreneurial ventures. This department seeks to engage the changemaker mindset by offering support and resources to meet various student interests. The support of the AmeriCorps member is key to successfully providing our services. The VISTA will also contribute to the overall success of our VISTA team, often collaborating with other VISTAs on various projects. All VISTAs will participate in professional development, explore Washington, DC, and participate in fun activities as we grow as a team.

Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Hybrid work and metro stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* .

*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit .

Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas :
Community Outreach , Children/Youth , Entrepreneur/Business , Education .

Skills :
Counseling , Education , General Skills , Social Services , Team Work , Teaching/Tutoring , Leadership , Youth Development , Project Management & Research