What are the responsibilities and job description for the 4-H Youth Instructor - Teton County Extension (Driggs, ID) position at University of Idaho 4-H Extension AmeriCorps?
Start Date: Oct. 13th, 2024
Overview:
AmeriCorps members commit their time to address critical community needs such as increasing academic achievement, mentoring youth, and preparing for disasters.
4-H AmeriCorps members provide direct service implementing science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) programming through camps and in-school and out-of-school enrichment programs.
This position is an excellent option for individuals taking a gap year between or after school, stay-at-home parents, college students, and anyone looking for a flexible service and professional development opportunity.
Youth Development Instructors serving with Teton County Extension support this mission by:
Essential functions:
- Coordinating afterschool program and Friday day camps in partnership with Above and Beyond the Classroom (ABC) in Teton Valley
- Planning and delivering STEM education activities to youth
- Preparing and reviewing STEM lessons to meet intended audience age and developmental needs
- Attending monthly resource meetings with AmeriCorps program staff
- Attending weekly check-in meetings with site staff
- Engaging 5 volunteers
- Managing supplies and equipment inventory used in programs
- Collecting data for program evaluation including attendance, participant demographics, and youth assessments
- Completing required reports including timesheets, program evaluations, youth assessments, activity logs on a regular basis
- Attending required AmeriCorps program orientation and training during 1st week of service that includes review of AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities
- Participating in 2 AmeriCorps National Service projects
- Working with host site to develop and maintain community partnerships
- Promoting activities to maximize engagement through written or oral presentations such as flyers and social media advertising
- Attending Serve Idaho Conference in February 2025
- Communicating openly with Site Supervisor and Program Director
Non-Essential Functions:
- Selecting and completing relevant professional development training that relates to personal growth needs
- Planning service projects that engage youth and community members
- Developing STEM curriculum
- Attending conferences and trainings as requested by program or site
- Engaging in host site staff meetings and other activities to support the general community
- Serving as 4-H leaders or event volunteers
Qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident
- High school diploma/GED equivalent
- Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria
- Willingness to travel for required AmeriCorps and site training and service days
- Outgoing and comfortable working with the public (youth and adults) and volunteers
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Dedicated to interacting professionally and maintaining a professional appearance
- Previous experience in teaching or instructing preferred
Benefits:
- Member Living Allowance of $23,700 paid in allotments of $987.50 every two weeks
- Segal Education Award of $7,395.00 upon successful completion
- Health insurance available
- Childcare assistance if eligible
- Professional development training
- Hands-on experience
Terms:
- The member will serve 1,700 hours total over their term of service
- 11-month service term
- Mon-Fri
- 9am - 5pm, flex schedule can be arranged with staff
- 32-40 hours per week, flexible if needed
- Some evenings and weekends
- Must wear required AmeriCorps gear while serving
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Must be available to work some evenings and weekends
Apply now to join AmeriCorps and make a lasting impact in your community!
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**This position is contingent upon grant funding**
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $1,975.00 per month
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Driggs, ID (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Driggs, ID: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,975
