Breakthrough Central Texas
Breakthrough Central Texas (BTCTX), a non-profit organization, is changing lives with our community and student-centric approach to postsecondary access and completion. AmeriCorps members provide essential support to students who are on this path at various stages: middle school, high school and beyond. Members provide mentoring, academic support, coaching, program planning and implementation, and other activities to contribute to the success of Breakthrough students. Members will receive extensive training in a variety of areas to prepare them for a rewarding and successful placement with BTCTX. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.
Member Duties : Act as a role model to Breakthrough students \u2022 Communicate with students and families \u2022 Work closely with assigned Program Coordinator to provide individualized support to assigned caseload (40-50 students) \u2022 Provide academic support services to students \u2022 Assist in the development and implementation of after-school and Saturday programming \u2022 Mentor students on school success skills and strategies \u2022 Coach students through critical application processes, including to high schools and to college and universities \u2022 Introduce productive summer opportunities to Breakthrough students and monitor their engagement and completion \u2022 Support Breakthrough's high-school graduates in their efforts to enroll in and graduate from college \u2022 Aid in the planning and implementation of Breakthrough's summer programming \u2022 Participate actively in all training, professional development, civic reflection, and service activities.
Program Benefits : Health Coverage , Relocation Allowance , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Housing Stipend .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Education , Children/Youth .
Skills :
Communications , Teaching/Tutoring , Team Work , Leadership , Youth Development , Counseling , Education .