The K-Readiness Coordinator VISTA will identify how early learning providers are currently connected to public schools in 22 priority schools in 17 school districts in Lehigh Valley. VISTA will work to identify and present activities that create smooth transition to kindergarten. VISTA will conduct research on ways to align Lehigh Valley early learning coalition with United Way investments in early childhood education for low-income families.
An AmeriCorps VISTA assignment is unpaid and lasts for one year. Participants must be 18 years of age and hold a four year college degree. They receive an end-of-service stipend or education award, health coverage, training, a relocation allowance, a living allowance and childcare assistance if eligible. The work is full-time; VISTAs are permitted to do paid part-time work during their assignment to supplement their income.
Our AmeriCorps VISTAs work closely with our education team, most assignments are based in our community schools. 5 assignments are currently posted.
Interested candidates must apply through the www.americorps.gov website. To find our listings go to the Advance Search (https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/publicRequestSearch.do) and search for all opportunities with UWGLV in the program name (leave the program type and state blank).
If you have questions you may contact Jennifer Nicolosi, United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley VISTA Manager, 610-807-5741, [email protected]