VOCAL AmeriCorps Member - IYC Warrenville

Tutor incarcerated youth at the Illinois Youth Center in Chicago through the VOCAL AmeriCorps Program of Literacy Volunteers of Illinois(LVI).

ABOUT LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF ILLINOIS

Literacy Volunteers of Illinois (LVI) is a statewide organization committed to developing and supporting volunteer literacy programs that help families, adults, and out-of-school teens increase their literacy skills. LVI has been a leader in the national service movement and has placed over 900 national service members in 150 literacy programs throughout the state. LVI partners with community-based organization in areas across the state to expand their literacy programs and increase services being offered to low literate and limited English speaking adults and out-of-school teens.

ABOUT THE SITE

The young men incarcerated at the Youth Center range in age from 13 to 20 and, academically, range from non-readers to those working towards a high school diploma or GED. Tutoring is done one-on-one or small group in a supervised setting. A teaching background is not required - but the ability to be flexible and non-judgmental is essential. These young men need all the help they can get if they are to go on to productive lives and they often thrive with one-on-one attention.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

 Literacy Support

o Plan tutoring sessions and provide small group and one-to-one literacy tutoring to low literate and limited English speaking adults and out-of-school teens.

o Conduct basic skills and literacy assessments for adult learners

o Encourage and support adult learners by helping them develop confidence and a positive attitude about learning; Respecting them and involving them in decisions about the learning process

o Select materials and approaches that are suitable for the adult learners’ ability and needs

o Track learner progress through regular assessments and submit reports.

 Volunteer Recruitment

o Assist with volunteer management including orientations, logistics, and volunteer tracking

o Work with Site Supervisor to ensure consistent, excellent volunteer experiences

o Assist with volunteer data management and individual volunteer coordination

o Recruit, schedule and coordinate individual volunteers

o Assist with communication projects aimed at volunteers (social media, newsletter, content development, etc.)

o Coordinate volunteer recognition activities.

OTHER RESPONSBILITIES INCLUDE

 Engaging community members in education or social issues through member led themed events at their organization or sites across Chicago

 Attending Monthly trainings

 Participating in Days of Services

 Documenting your experience through videos and/or pictures

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PROGRAM BENEFITS

 Living stipend: a bi-weekly stipend to support member’s living expenses

 Health insurance for full-time members: premiums funded by LVI

 Childcare assistance: qualifying members will have assistance paid directly to child care providers for all or a part of the member’s child care costs during their active time of service

 End of service education award: a lump sum of money that can be used on qualifying student loan payments and future educational costs

 Loan forbearance: While in service you are not required to make payments on qualifying student loans and can receive additional funds for any interest accrued during service

 Professional and personal development plans: Service members receive personal and cohort-wide trainings. Personal development involves creating a plan with supervisors tailored to individual member goals. Cohort-wide trainings have included Mental Health First Aid, Conflict Resolution, Resume and Interview Prep, Self-Care, and more.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

VOCAL AmeriCorps members are as diverse a group as the communities we serve. We’re looking for you if you want to build yourself, give back and are ready to change the world.

Applicants must:

 Be at least 18

 Have completed at least two years of college; Bachelor’s degree preferred

 Have good oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills

 Have experience in non-profit, education, adult education, or community development a field

 Agree to and pass a criminal background check

 Be able to begin VOCAL by September 2021

 Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident

o Authorization to work in the U.S. is not sufficient

o Those with DACA status unfortunately are not eligible at this time

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $3,087.24 - $20,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 6 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Tuition reimbursement

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Warrenville, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person