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El Paso ISD Community Schools VISTA
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What is a Community School? – A partnership school that brings every resource from the community together to support student success and family strength. The focus of the Community Schools program of the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) is to not only support academic services, but also to integrate healthcare, social services, youth programs, community development, and other community engagement opportunities for the betterment of the entire neighborhood to build long‑term sustainability. AmeriCorps VISTA members will assist in developing Community Schools at close to 30 campuses throughout EPISD, building capacity in food security, health services, housing, job training, adult education, prevention and recovery programs, child care, and after‑school/enrichment programs.
Member Duties The VISTA member will support the strengthening and expansion of the EPISD Community Schools program. Members will be involved in asset mapping, needs assessments, and other activities that will help build the capacity and sustainability of the program. Additionally, VISTA members will help design and develop program plans to enhance learning, develop a database of participants, organize, plan, and implement enrichment opportunities for students and families, and serve as a liaison between campuses, community partners, and the school district. VISTA members will also help empower students, staff, families, and community members to meet their social and emotional goals.
Program Benefits
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
Childcare assistance if eligible
Health Coverage*
Education award upon successful completion of service
Terms
Permits working at another job during off‑hours
Permits attendance at school during off‑hours
Car recommended
Service Areas
Community Outreach
Hunger
Education
Health
Technology
Housing
Community and Economic Development
Children/Youth
Neighborhood Revitalization
Skills
Team Work
Fund raising / Grant Writing
Leadership
Social Services
Non‑Profit Management
Environment
Teaching / Tutoring
Counseling
Writing / Editing
Education
Public Health
Youth Development
Fine Arts / Crafts
Communications
Computers / Technology
Community Organization
Program Summary Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA Program:
El Paso ISD Community Schools VISTA Program Start/End Date:
07/14/2025 – 07/13/2026 Work Schedule:
Full Time Education level:
Associates degree (AA) Age Requirement:
Minimum 18 Program Locations:
Texas Languages:
Spanish, English Accepting Applications:
From 04/15/2025 to 06/20/2026
Contact Simon Chandler 1014 N Stanton St El Paso TX 79902 915‑613‑7756 srchandl@episd.org www.episd.org
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El Paso ISD Community Schools VISTA
role at
AmeriCorps .
What is a Community School? – A partnership school that brings every resource from the community together to support student success and family strength. The focus of the Community Schools program of the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) is to not only support academic services, but also to integrate healthcare, social services, youth programs, community development, and other community engagement opportunities for the betterment of the entire neighborhood to build long‑term sustainability. AmeriCorps VISTA members will assist in developing Community Schools at close to 30 campuses throughout EPISD, building capacity in food security, health services, housing, job training, adult education, prevention and recovery programs, child care, and after‑school/enrichment programs.
Member Duties The VISTA member will support the strengthening and expansion of the EPISD Community Schools program. Members will be involved in asset mapping, needs assessments, and other activities that will help build the capacity and sustainability of the program. Additionally, VISTA members will help design and develop program plans to enhance learning, develop a database of participants, organize, plan, and implement enrichment opportunities for students and families, and serve as a liaison between campuses, community partners, and the school district. VISTA members will also help empower students, staff, families, and community members to meet their social and emotional goals.
Program Benefits
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
Childcare assistance if eligible
Health Coverage*
Education award upon successful completion of service
Terms
Permits working at another job during off‑hours
Permits attendance at school during off‑hours
Car recommended
Service Areas
Community Outreach
Hunger
Education
Health
Technology
Housing
Community and Economic Development
Children/Youth
Neighborhood Revitalization
Skills
Team Work
Fund raising / Grant Writing
Leadership
Social Services
Non‑Profit Management
Environment
Teaching / Tutoring
Counseling
Writing / Editing
Education
Public Health
Youth Development
Fine Arts / Crafts
Communications
Computers / Technology
Community Organization
Program Summary Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA Program:
El Paso ISD Community Schools VISTA Program Start/End Date:
07/14/2025 – 07/13/2026 Work Schedule:
Full Time Education level:
Associates degree (AA) Age Requirement:
Minimum 18 Program Locations:
Texas Languages:
Spanish, English Accepting Applications:
From 04/15/2025 to 06/20/2026
Contact Simon Chandler 1014 N Stanton St El Paso TX 79902 915‑613‑7756 srchandl@episd.org www.episd.org
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