Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Youth Education Specialist
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Overview
Position:
Youth Education Specialist (AmeriCorps, ages 18-30; 18-35 for Veterans)
Location:
Twin Cities metro area, Minnesota
This is not a residential program; participants must secure housing preferably near the crew location
Benefits
Living Allowance: $2,500 /month pre tax
Training, certifications, networking
Access to gear lending library
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Health insurance
Childcare assistance
Student loan forbearance (on qualifying student loans)
Service term eligible to count towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa (CCMI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and AmeriCorps grantee that engages hundreds of youth and young adults each year in programs and initiatives that improve access to outdoor recreation, restore natural habitat, protect waterways, and respond to community needs and natural disasters. Our mission is to cultivate a community of emerging leaders in service to people and the planet. Learn more at conservationcorps.org.
Our values Our values embody safety, justice, stewardship, community and leadership. In working toward our vision, we believe that it is important we commit to the following:
Using equity as a lens for the work we do and decisions we make
Building a shared vision surrounding Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion goals with our partnering organizations and communities
Providing an equitable training environment and high-quality programming to all our participants.
Position Summary Youth Education Specialists empower youth to become leaders in their communities, explore future career opportunities in environmental fields, and learn hands-on skills in the outdoors. Members will develop their skills in leadership, community engagement, youth program development, teaching, and outdoor recreation while guiding youth to gain a sense of belonging and responsibility to the people and outdoor places in their community.
Projects Specific projects depend on the time of year and location, but may include:
Collaborating with community partners to plan and lead outdoor and environmental education workshops or events
Creating and improving curriculum and project plans for the summer program
Attending events and building community connections to recruit high school youth for the summer program
Evaluating effectiveness and impact of youth programs to inform continuous quality improvement
During the summer, members will spend the majority of their time directly working with a group of youth ages 15-18. Together with a co-leader, they will guide youth in a variety of projects and activities which may include:
Hands-on field trips and activities to learn about topics like environmental justice, climate change, natural resource management, waste management, ecology, pollution, and water systems
Outdoor education including leading younger children in activities
Collecting and analyzing environmental data
Restoring and maintaining habitat
Meeting and working with a variety of professionals in environmental fields to learn about career pathways and higher education opportunities
Role Clarification This is an AmeriCorps member level position, NOT a staff member. While serving in this AmeriCorps position, members need to abide by the below restrictions:
Members may NOT sign/approve official documents such as AmeriCorps paperwork, other members’ timecards, performance evaluations, disciplinary contracts, project contracts or any similar documents.
Members may NOT be directly involved in project acquisition or contracting.
Members may NOT discipline other AmeriCorps members. While they may provide guidance, facilitate meetings, motivate, reward and uphold safety policies on the service site, all policy violations and disciplinary action must be directed to and handled by Corps staff.
Duties & Responsibilities
Plan and lead educational activities for youth, including assisting with curriculum development, partner engagement, and project planning
Assist with youth recruitment and community engagement by attending events and leading environmental education programming in the community
Engage and mentor youth participants using positive youth development strategies such as promoting youth voice and choice, cultivating a safe and welcoming environment, and supporting youth in creating healthy relationships with both peers and adults
Collaboratively solve problems and confront challenges together with co-leaders, youth participants, and Conservation Corps program staff
Abide by all Corps program safety regulations as well as applicable federal/state/municipal law and OSHA requirements; communicate any safety concerns or incidents to program staff and project partners
Complete projects and activities in collaboration with co-leaders, community partners, and youth participants while demonstrating a commitment to the Corps values of safety, justice, stewardship, community, and leadership.
Hours & Schedule Schedules can vary, depending on location and position. Members should expect to be scheduled for at least 40 hours of service per week.
A typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm including a mandatory 30 minute lunch break which does not count towards service hours. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required for specific events, and members will know in advance when these dates are.
Training & Development The Corps provides orientation and skills training at the start of the program year. Additional region or project specific training may be included throughout the service term depending on project need, length of term and other factors. Examples of potential trainings include:
Youth Development
Team building and conflict resolution
Leadership
Safety and risk management
MN Safety Council defensive driving
First Aid/CPR/AED
AmeriCorps benefits
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion
Outdoor and Environmental Education
Teaching and Facilitation
Qualifications
Ability and desire to collaborate with and welcome youth and adults from diverse backgrounds
Ability and desire to empower youth to be leaders in their communities
Ability and desire to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
Willingness to adapt to changing plans, work, and project needs
Commitment to upholding Corps values of safety, justice, stewardship, community and leadership.
Dedication to complete the full term of AmeriCorps service
Must be a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the US
Must pass a criminal history check consisting of a National Sex Offender Public Website check, a state criminal history check, and a fingerprint-based FBI check. Passing the criminal history check is defined as no positive hits on the NSOPW and no history of violent offenses on the state or FBI checks.
High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record (no major moving violations or DUI’s in the past five years)
Preferred Qualification
Prior experience and/or strong interest in one or more of the following: youth development, curriculum development, outdoor education, environmental education, community engagement, planning and facilitating youth programming, working with youth in the outdoors
Other Information Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone. This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Conservation Corps engages AmeriCorps members, ages 18-30, as defined under the American Conservation and Youth Service Corps Act, a subtitle of the National and Community Service Act of 1990. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.
How to Apply Apply on our website at conservationcorps.org/join/
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Youth Education Specialist (AmeriCorps, ages 18-30; 18-35 for Veterans)
Location:
Twin Cities metro area, Minnesota
This is not a residential program; participants must secure housing preferably near the crew location
Benefits
Living Allowance: $2,500 /month pre tax
Training, certifications, networking
Access to gear lending library
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Health insurance
Childcare assistance
Student loan forbearance (on qualifying student loans)
Service term eligible to count towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa (CCMI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and AmeriCorps grantee that engages hundreds of youth and young adults each year in programs and initiatives that improve access to outdoor recreation, restore natural habitat, protect waterways, and respond to community needs and natural disasters. Our mission is to cultivate a community of emerging leaders in service to people and the planet. Learn more at conservationcorps.org.
Our values Our values embody safety, justice, stewardship, community and leadership. In working toward our vision, we believe that it is important we commit to the following:
Using equity as a lens for the work we do and decisions we make
Building a shared vision surrounding Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion goals with our partnering organizations and communities
Providing an equitable training environment and high-quality programming to all our participants.
Position Summary Youth Education Specialists empower youth to become leaders in their communities, explore future career opportunities in environmental fields, and learn hands-on skills in the outdoors. Members will develop their skills in leadership, community engagement, youth program development, teaching, and outdoor recreation while guiding youth to gain a sense of belonging and responsibility to the people and outdoor places in their community.
Projects Specific projects depend on the time of year and location, but may include:
Collaborating with community partners to plan and lead outdoor and environmental education workshops or events
Creating and improving curriculum and project plans for the summer program
Attending events and building community connections to recruit high school youth for the summer program
Evaluating effectiveness and impact of youth programs to inform continuous quality improvement
During the summer, members will spend the majority of their time directly working with a group of youth ages 15-18. Together with a co-leader, they will guide youth in a variety of projects and activities which may include:
Hands-on field trips and activities to learn about topics like environmental justice, climate change, natural resource management, waste management, ecology, pollution, and water systems
Outdoor education including leading younger children in activities
Collecting and analyzing environmental data
Restoring and maintaining habitat
Meeting and working with a variety of professionals in environmental fields to learn about career pathways and higher education opportunities
Role Clarification This is an AmeriCorps member level position, NOT a staff member. While serving in this AmeriCorps position, members need to abide by the below restrictions:
Members may NOT sign/approve official documents such as AmeriCorps paperwork, other members’ timecards, performance evaluations, disciplinary contracts, project contracts or any similar documents.
Members may NOT be directly involved in project acquisition or contracting.
Members may NOT discipline other AmeriCorps members. While they may provide guidance, facilitate meetings, motivate, reward and uphold safety policies on the service site, all policy violations and disciplinary action must be directed to and handled by Corps staff.
Duties & Responsibilities
Plan and lead educational activities for youth, including assisting with curriculum development, partner engagement, and project planning
Assist with youth recruitment and community engagement by attending events and leading environmental education programming in the community
Engage and mentor youth participants using positive youth development strategies such as promoting youth voice and choice, cultivating a safe and welcoming environment, and supporting youth in creating healthy relationships with both peers and adults
Collaboratively solve problems and confront challenges together with co-leaders, youth participants, and Conservation Corps program staff
Abide by all Corps program safety regulations as well as applicable federal/state/municipal law and OSHA requirements; communicate any safety concerns or incidents to program staff and project partners
Complete projects and activities in collaboration with co-leaders, community partners, and youth participants while demonstrating a commitment to the Corps values of safety, justice, stewardship, community, and leadership.
Hours & Schedule Schedules can vary, depending on location and position. Members should expect to be scheduled for at least 40 hours of service per week.
A typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm including a mandatory 30 minute lunch break which does not count towards service hours. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required for specific events, and members will know in advance when these dates are.
Training & Development The Corps provides orientation and skills training at the start of the program year. Additional region or project specific training may be included throughout the service term depending on project need, length of term and other factors. Examples of potential trainings include:
Youth Development
Team building and conflict resolution
Leadership
Safety and risk management
MN Safety Council defensive driving
First Aid/CPR/AED
AmeriCorps benefits
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion
Outdoor and Environmental Education
Teaching and Facilitation
Qualifications
Ability and desire to collaborate with and welcome youth and adults from diverse backgrounds
Ability and desire to empower youth to be leaders in their communities
Ability and desire to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
Willingness to adapt to changing plans, work, and project needs
Commitment to upholding Corps values of safety, justice, stewardship, community and leadership.
Dedication to complete the full term of AmeriCorps service
Must be a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the US
Must pass a criminal history check consisting of a National Sex Offender Public Website check, a state criminal history check, and a fingerprint-based FBI check. Passing the criminal history check is defined as no positive hits on the NSOPW and no history of violent offenses on the state or FBI checks.
High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record (no major moving violations or DUI’s in the past five years)
Preferred Qualification
Prior experience and/or strong interest in one or more of the following: youth development, curriculum development, outdoor education, environmental education, community engagement, planning and facilitating youth programming, working with youth in the outdoors
Other Information Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone. This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Conservation Corps engages AmeriCorps members, ages 18-30, as defined under the American Conservation and Youth Service Corps Act, a subtitle of the National and Community Service Act of 1990. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.
How to Apply Apply on our website at conservationcorps.org/join/
#J-18808-Ljbffr