Healthy Choices AmeriCorps

This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door in San Francisco Unified School District and support youth through positive school-climate activities. The primary goal is to improve student success by increasing attendance and pro-social behaviors on school campuses. Regular training by San Francisco Unified School District in the areas of restorative practices, evidence-based mentoring, positive behavior supports and interventions at school, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional learning will ensure Healthy Choices AmeriCorps members have the knowledge and skills to offer high-quality volunteer service to schools at individual, group, and school-wide levels. Member Duties: Support school-based mentor programs. Mentor youth. Lead recess & lunch groups, clubs, team-building and after school activities to support student engagement. Organize materials, coordinate daily schedule, and promote pro-social behavior. Serve on School-Climate Committee: help lead school-wide incentive programs & activities, e.g. health events, school assemblies, fairs, and educational events to help students make healthy choices. Support mentor programs and strengthen school/community relationships; help recruit volunteers. Participate in local school-based service; help produce appreciation events. Complete required paperwork and data entry. Attend regular supervision meetings and work cooperatively with school personnel involved with the school and youth. Attend professional development & meetings relevant to Healthy Choices AmeriCorps. Develop a work plan with supervisor. Program Benefits:

Health Coverage, Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Living Allowance. Terms: Permits attendance at school during off hours; Permits working at another job during off hours. Service Areas: Education. Skills: Public Speaking, Communications, Youth Development, Leadership, Teaching/Tutoring, Fine Arts/Crafts, Conflict Resolution, Social Services, Writing/Editing, Team Work, Counseling, Community Organization, Recruitment, Education, Non-Profit Management.

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