Uace Gila County 4 H Youth Development

UACE Gila County 4 H Youth Development

This AmeriCorps program Assistant will assist with development, delivery and expansion of youth programs (particularly STEAM) within Gila County. Priorities will include promoting 4-H opportunities to youth and adult volunteers, providing hands-on lessons to youth, strengthening relationships with community organizations, and contributing to social media channels.

Schedule may vary based on programming and may require some weekend and evening availability. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties : Provide 4-H agriculture, health, civic engagement & STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) programs at various sites throughout Gila County, with an emphasis on working at Miami Unified School District, Globe Unified School District, Payson Unified School District & youth clubs in Payson and Globe-Miami. Expand hands-on STEAM programming to youth via classroom lessons, afterschool programs, special events, club meetings, camps, etc.

Assist with recruitment & onboarding of adult 4-H volunteers. Assist with recruitment and enrollment of 4-H youth member into community clubs & other 4-H activities. Support adult 4-H volunteers & youth with documenting their activities.

Preferred qualifications: Passion for youth development & mentorship of kids & teens (primarily ages 8 to 18); knowledge of 4-H mission; Ability to work a consistent schedule to provide in-person programming; Enjoys working as a team & able to work independently. Part-time position.

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Stipend , Training .

Terms :

Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :

Education , Children/Youth , Community Outreach .

Skills :

Team Work , Computers/Technology , Community Organization , Communications , Lift 30 lbs; Driver's license , Youth Development .