Civic Futures Team Leader

The K2H Civic Futures AmeriCorps Program focuses on civic learning and engagement opportunities and skill development for kindergarten through higher education (K-H) students. In addition, the K2H program strengthens partnership pipelines between K-12 systems and higher education systems that create continuity for civic learning and engagement initiatives as students transition from K-12 to higher education. Twelve K-H partnerships are participating in the K2H Civic Futures Program for 2018-2019, with K2H AmeriCorps Members responsible for both civic learning and engagement program implementation with K-12 youth (Civic Mentors) and for partnership development between K-H teams (Liaisons). Member Duties Provide support to AmeriCorps Members in the K2H program through monthly phone check-in meetings, and seeking and sharing member resources Develop and provide training and professional development to Members Research and promote external training and professional development opportunities Build a team community and connections between K2H AmeriCorps members by planning and facilitating monthly virtual team meetings, in-person team events, National Service Day events, and networking and social events Create and execute a recruitment plan for recruiting new K2H members, including outreach to individual and partner organizations, planning and attending recruitment events, and utilizing online recruitment tools Desired qualifications: At least one term of service as an AmeriCorps member. Term of service in the K2H Civic Futures Program preferred. Program Benefits Education award upon successful completion of service Childcare assistance if eligible Health Coverage Training Living Allowance Terms Permits working at another job during off hours Car recommended Permits attendance at school during off hours Service Areas Children/Youth Education Community Outreach Skills Conflict Resolution Community Organization General Skills Communications Computers/Technology Team Work Youth Development Writing/Editing Education Leadership Recruitment #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps & Senior Corps