What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stewards VISTA: NEEF - Gateway National Recreation Area position at AmeriCorps?
Stewards VISTA: NEEF - Gateway National Recreation Area
The goal of the proposed program is to activate and empower local youth as stewards and 21st century problem solvers. Through implementation of the Greening STEM model, students will participate in citizen science and engage with resource management issues. In addition to the experiential component, this program aims to address inequity in outdoor spaces. Riverside Education Center (REC) is a recognized diversity and inclusion community leader, serving a greater portion of Latinx youth than any other local organization. This project will establish the foundation for a sustainable partnership between Colorado NM and REC and begin the work of closing one of our gaps as a park-meaningful engagement with audiences of color. The target audience for this program is at-risk middle school students (grades 6-8). The student demographics of (REC) are: 45% Latinx, 48% White, 4% multi-racial, 3% other with 72% qualifying for free/reduced lunch. When students participate in REC after school programs, they have a greater opportunity to experience our community among allies with similar lived experience. Riverside Educational Center is an ideal partner to help us address a recognized gap in services for Latinx audiences.¿ The education specialist at Colorado National Monument will work closely with a program coordinator at REC to research, develop and implement¿program plans that align with Next Generation Science Standards, Greening STEM principles, and relevant resource concerns significant to our site’s story. Consultation with local subject matter experts on environmental issues and inventorying and monitoring protocol will inform our implementation plan and encourage additional community involvement in this project.¿¿ Working with REC will extend our reach into more historically underserved communities and support our effort to foster a stronger sense of place on our public lands for more marginalized members of our community.
Member Duties : Develop and implement programming for NPS-21stCCLC Grant Program and other Colorado National Monument programs. Assist in the preparation and submission of grant proposals to secure future funding to continue program beyond the initial grant. Assist in securing in-kind program support. Assist in digital community engagement efforts to keep community members informed on program activities and accomplishments. Assist in planning event(s) with project partners and the local community. Serve as liaison with NPS unit while conducting outreach to 21stCCLC programs and local K-12 schools and student groups (after-school programs, out-of-school programs, clubs, etc.). Gather ideas and opportunities for growth. Track Performance Measures and submit quarterly and final progress reports inclusive of qualitative and quantitative data for all areas of work.
Program Benefits : Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Relocation Allowance , Housing Assistance , Living Allowance .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .
Service Areas :
Environment , Education .
Environment , Education .
Skills :
Education , Environment .
Education , Environment .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: NEEF - Gateway National Recreation Area
Program Start/End Date
10/25/2021 - 10/24/2022
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
NEW YORK New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY)
Languages
English
Spanish conversational a plus
Accepting Applications
From 07/28/2021 To 09/17/2021
Contact
Jessica Zukowski
345 Prince St
Beckley WV 25801
6812380906
jzukowski@conservationlegacy.org
Listing ID
105978
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