Vista College Prep · 2 months ago
AmeriCorps Academic Fellow
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelVista College Prep is a growing network of high-performing tuition-free public charter schools in Phoenix, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. The AmeriCorps Academic Fellow will provide academic tutoring and interventions to support Vista students in surpassing state averages in reading and math, while embodying the organization's guiding principles.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Tutoring small groups of students as assigned on academic content, primarily in reading and math
Running and/or supporting academic and behavioral interventions to support student academic and campus culture goals
Supporting academic and operational needs (e.g. class coverage) to increase teacher capacity and improve teacher retention
Participating in experiences designed to support AmeriCorps as a teacher pipeline for Vista, including opportunities for full day substitute teaching, under the supervision of an administrator
Supporting systems serving our English Learners
Supporting the smooth execution of school-wide systems each day, including arrival, recess, lunch, and dismissal
Supporting preparation and execution of school-wide events, including but not limited to Conferences, Fall Festival, Family Fun Day, Orientation, and other events as assigned
Qualification
Required
Investment in Vista's mission, educational model, and belief in the potential of all students to achieve
Understanding of and enthusiasm for teaching academic content
Communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Agreement to complete Vista College Prep Academic Fellow training upon acceptance to the program
High School Diploma or GED, or at a minimum proof of working toward attaining a high school diploma or GED required
Documentation required to establish AmeriCorps eligibility as outlined in 45 CFR 2540.200-206
Completion of a National Service Criminal History Check as outlined in 45 CFR 2540.200-206
Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Benefits
Cost of living stipend paid out in even semi-monthly installments
Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance at no cost in monthly premiums
Eligibility for the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of the term of service
Eligibility for AmeriCorps alumni benefits as detailed on the member and volunteer webpage of AmeriCorps.gov
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program from studentaid.gov.
Childcare coverage for qualified members (AC VIII.F and 45 CFR 2522.250)
Student loan forbearance and interest payments for qualified members
Opportunities to make a lasting impact on Vista’s students and community as part of a dedicated service team
Company
Vista College Prep
Vista College Prep is a growing network of high-performing, tuition-free public charter schools in historically underserved communities of Phoenix.
Founded in 2013
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bridget White
Chief Talent Officer
Julia Meyerson
Founder and Executive Director
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