Program Associate - AmeriCorps volunteer

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Title: Program Associate -VOCAL AmeriCorps
Literacy Works' Program Associate will support the programming arm of Literacy Works which provides professional development to tutors and teachers, recruits and refers tutors and adult students, and provides direct service to adult learners. In this position, the Program Associate will gain a big-picture understanding of adult literacy in Chicago. They will gain experience with program management as well as direct work with adult learners.

Responsibilities:
♦ Coordinate scheduling and logistics for trainings, meetings, and events
♦ Manage databases and materials, including training/meeting registrations; membership information; and promotional materials
♦ Provide referral information to volunteers and membership staff
♦ Develop flyers and Constant Contact messages to publicize training sessions and other events
♦ Maintain website
♦ Address inquiries from community members and staff from member organizations regarding Literacy Works' services
♦ Oversee the Adult Learning in the Library (ALL) drop-in adult learning program at three Chicago Public Library locations
♦ Recruit and manage volunteers for the ALL program
♦ Tutor adult learners during the ALL program as necessary
♦ Build and execute social media strategy (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
♦ Work as a team with Literacy Works staff and interns to ensure smooth implementation of programs
♦ Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
♦ Associate's degree (bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required)
♦ Strong computer skills, including Excel and Word; knowledge of Google Apps (spreadsheets, docs, forms), WordPress, and Constant Contact desired
♦ Experience working with multicultural populations
♦ Ability to work independently and think creatively
♦ Excellent communication skills, including writing
♦ Excellent attention to detail
♦ Teaching or tutoring experience a plus, but not required

Position Details:
This is a VOCAL AmeriCorps position. The selected candidate will not earn a traditional salary, but rather a small stipend to cover living expenses. To learn more about the VOCAL AmeriCorps program, visit http://lvillinois.org/vocal_americorps.aspx.

Category: Full-Time AmeriCorps Member - 1700 hours

Term: 1 year, from Sept. 1, 2017 - Aug. 31, 2018

Hours: 40 hours a week, 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours

Compensation: $1,052 monthly living expenses stipend (for a total $12,630 yearly)

Benefits:
♦ Bi-weekly living allowance based on $12,630 a year
♦ Health insurance and (income-based) child care
♦ Student Loan Deferral though CNCS for the duration of the service year
♦ Initial, in-service and on-the-job training
♦ Post service educational award of $5,815

How to Apply:
Before applying, please confirm your ability to complete the full year AmeriCorps service term and to financially support yourself during that time, as the $12,630 stipend is minimal. Learn more about AmeriCorps here: http://lvillinois.org/vocal_americorps.aspx.

To apply for the Program Associate position at Literacy Works, submit a cover letter and resume to becky@litworks.org no later than August 15, 2017. Literacy Works is an equal opportunity employer.

About Literacy Works:
Literacy Works strengthens adult literacy, parent education, and workforce development programs by developing and providing innovative training and knowledge-sharing opportunities for professionals and volunteers. We are a resource for the many adult education programs across Chicago that comprise our membership. Literacy Works also serves adult learners directly through a drop-in tutoring program in three high-need neighborhoods, and a personalized hotline connecting adult learners to free educational services in their neighborhoods. We believe that literacy is a human right, and that one day, all people will be able to realize their full potential through the ability to read, write, and interpret the world.