Program/Project Name (60 character limit):
Contact info for recruitmentSite supervisor – this is who will receive notifications when you receive an application. You may only list one individual here.
Catchy two-liner (200 characters or less):This is the first thing candidates see when searching for positions, so include a hook to get candidates interested. Be creative!
Program description (2000 characters or less):Describe your organization and the AmeriCorps VISTA project, but not specific member duties. Highlight the need, how the AmeriCorps VISTA member will make a difference through their service, what skills they will gain or develop and why they should want to serve with your organization.What is unique or interesting about your program/organization? Your community? What can you offer an AmeriCorps VISTA member regarding their service experience, or professional or personal development opportunities? If there are specific skills or experiences you would like applicants to have, include them here. Be creative!The line below must be included at the end of this section.
What will your Summer Reads Mentors do? (1000 characters, including spaces):Include member duties, specifics and logistics. How many Summer Reads Mentors are you looking to fill? Will your AmeriCorps VISTA members work with the same group(s) of students throughout the program or is your program more of a drop-in center with open enrollment? How do/will Summer Reads Mentors support the goals of your summer program? What responsibilities or activities will Summer Reads Mentors be expected to perform?The line about the Summer Reads cohort must be included at the end of this section.
Benefits:Offering additional benefits such as housing assistance, phone reimbursement, grocery cards, a monthly bus pass, emergency funds or career training is a great way to attract strong candidates. List any additional benefits you will provide beyond those already provided by Literacy Minnesota and AmeriCorps.Additional benefits offered by your organization:
Desired Education Level:Will be listed as “less than high school” (i.e., no degree required) unless otherwise specified.
Member skills:What skills would you like candidates to possess? Select as many skills as reasonably apply. Note that applicants can search for positions by skill.
Language Requirement?Specify preferred versus required.
Service areas:Define the field of service areas in which your member is serving. Select as many fields as applicable. Note that applicants can search for positions by field.
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