26-27 Literacy Source English Language Instruction Member
This is AmeriCorps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. Literacy Source provides free basic education to low-income adults in the Seattle area. We help the 1 in 6 adults in Washington state who lack basic literacy or language skills. Lack of proficiency keeps too many people from achieving their professional and personal goals. For over 36 years Literacy Source has provided free classes, tutoring, and learning resources. We help people learn English, study for their high school diploma or GED, gain work skills, or prepare to become citizens. We develop individual educational plans to meet our students' unique needs. Students then continue with tailored instruction, encouragement and support throughout the program year. Last year we provided over 46,000 hours of instruction for over 500 adult learners. Our students speak more than 50 languages and represent 65 nations. The member will support our work by teaching classes and supporting students and volunteers. We expect to begin rolling review of applications and interviews in mid-June. Monthly stipend amount: $2,438.
Member Duties : The English Language Instruction Member will help Literacy Source achieve our goals by serving economically-disadvantaged immigrant and refugee members of our community. They will plan and teach classes focusing on English language, basic life skills, and basic digital literacy; manage caseload of students, conduct interviews and assessments, advise students on learning plans and opportunities to achieve their goals; match students with individual tutors; provide support to volunteer tutors; conduct outreach to increase community awareness of our programs.
Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Monthly stipend amount: $2,438 , Education award upon successful completion of service , Stipend , Health Coverage , Training .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development , Education .
Skills :
Social Services , Public Speaking , Computers/Technology , Team Work , Communications , Recruitment , Teaching/Tutoring , Conflict Resolution , Education , Writing/Editing