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AmeriCorps Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. AmeriCorps members commit to serving an average of 40 hours per week in roles such as tutors, mentors, outreach workers, and community organizers. Members reside in co-housing dormitories with other members, sharing cooking and cleaning duties. They are encouraged to dedicate 10% of their service hours to activities outside their primary placement, which often includes involvement in local clubs, faith communities, support groups, and tribal communities. Due to Alaska’s geography and logistics, a full-time commitment for a year is required. Preference is given to applicants who are local to Alaska. Leadership development is a key component of the Sitka AmeriCorps program. Members undergo training with both AmeriCorps and their host site to enhance leadership skills, including self-leadership, conflict resolution, and effective service delivery. Transportation is typically by foot or bicycle, as Sitka is a walkable city with centrally located housing and free public transportation. ________________________________________ Position Summary Sitka AmeriCorps members support the community using a healing-centered, culturally responsive program model. The focus is on forming developmental relationships through academic support, mentoring, mental health and life skills assistance, and enrichment activities, ultimately fostering youth resiliency and better long-term outcomes. Members play a nurturing role within schools, serving as positive role models for at-risk youth. Success in this role depends on effective communication with staff, flexibility, and good rain gear. ________________________________________
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Member Duties :
At the beginning of the member service year, the school counselor and faculty will identify a cohort of students who are struggling and at-risk. The member will serve these students through the formation of developmental relationships in a variety of enrichment activities over the course of the school year. This member will serve intentionally to build resiliency in students by acting as a liaison between social service agencies and the school to provide wrap around service for at-risk students. The AmeriCorps members serving in the school district are embedded within the schools in a way that is unique and provides a nurturing role model for at risk youth that affects their lives in a meaningful way.
Program Benefits :
Living Allowance , Training , Health Coverage , Childcare assistance if eligible , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas
Children/Youth .
Skills
Fine Arts/Crafts , Team Work , Community Organization , Counseling , Conflict Resolution , Communications , First Aid , Writing/Editing , Leadership , Education , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development .
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Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Sitka, Alaska AmeriCorps Program 2024_2026
Program Start/End Date
08/01/2025 - 07/31/2026
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum: None Maximum: 99
Program Locations
ALASKA
Accepting Applications
From 05/22/2024 To 07/31/2026
Contact
Sarah Lawrie
601 Halibut Point Rd
Sitka AK 99835
19079666340
lawries@sitkaschools.org
Listing ID
106895 Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Sitka, Alaska AmeriCorps Program 2024_2026
role at
AmeriCorps 1 year ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Sitka, Alaska AmeriCorps Program 2024_2026
role at
AmeriCorps Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. AmeriCorps members commit to serving an average of 40 hours per week in roles such as tutors, mentors, outreach workers, and community organizers. Members reside in co-housing dormitories with other members, sharing cooking and cleaning duties. They are encouraged to dedicate 10% of their service hours to activities outside their primary placement, which often includes involvement in local clubs, faith communities, support groups, and tribal communities. Due to Alaska’s geography and logistics, a full-time commitment for a year is required. Preference is given to applicants who are local to Alaska. Leadership development is a key component of the Sitka AmeriCorps program. Members undergo training with both AmeriCorps and their host site to enhance leadership skills, including self-leadership, conflict resolution, and effective service delivery. Transportation is typically by foot or bicycle, as Sitka is a walkable city with centrally located housing and free public transportation. ________________________________________ Position Summary Sitka AmeriCorps members support the community using a healing-centered, culturally responsive program model. The focus is on forming developmental relationships through academic support, mentoring, mental health and life skills assistance, and enrichment activities, ultimately fostering youth resiliency and better long-term outcomes. Members play a nurturing role within schools, serving as positive role models for at-risk youth. Success in this role depends on effective communication with staff, flexibility, and good rain gear. ________________________________________
Further help on this page can be found by
clicking here
.
Member Duties :
At the beginning of the member service year, the school counselor and faculty will identify a cohort of students who are struggling and at-risk. The member will serve these students through the formation of developmental relationships in a variety of enrichment activities over the course of the school year. This member will serve intentionally to build resiliency in students by acting as a liaison between social service agencies and the school to provide wrap around service for at-risk students. The AmeriCorps members serving in the school district are embedded within the schools in a way that is unique and provides a nurturing role model for at risk youth that affects their lives in a meaningful way.
Program Benefits :
Living Allowance , Training , Health Coverage , Childcare assistance if eligible , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas
Children/Youth .
Skills
Fine Arts/Crafts , Team Work , Community Organization , Counseling , Conflict Resolution , Communications , First Aid , Writing/Editing , Leadership , Education , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development .
Refine Search
Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Sitka, Alaska AmeriCorps Program 2024_2026
Program Start/End Date
08/01/2025 - 07/31/2026
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum: None Maximum: 99
Program Locations
ALASKA
Accepting Applications
From 05/22/2024 To 07/31/2026
Contact
Sarah Lawrie
601 Halibut Point Rd
Sitka AK 99835
19079666340
lawries@sitkaschools.org
Listing ID
106895 Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AmeriCorps by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Program Specialist” roles.
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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