The RCLC aims to improve educational outcomes for low-income, minority youth (Preschool through 8th grade) through the provision of summer programs which include a full-day preschool, a Shakespeare program, and a Youth Program that includes academic enrichment, makerspace challenges, hands-on creative activities, and field trips.

AmeriCorps Position Summary:

The AmeriCorps member will be responsible for helping to facilitate administration of RCLC Summer Programs, which will include a focus on communication and social media.

Responsibilities include

AmeriCorps is a national service organization aimed at helping communities meet needs in areas including education by building the capacity of community organizations. These positions are service position, rather than traditional “jobs.” Each member completes a required number of service hours, and will receive an education award on completion of those hours; this education award may be used for future education or student loans. Members also receive a monthly living allowance for the three months of the summer term, May-July.

There are both Quarter-Time and Minimum-Time summer AmeriCorps positions available with RCLC Program Administration.

A Quarter-Time AmeriCorps member must complete 450 hours of service by the end of the summer. The member will serve approximately 40 hours per week for the term of service. On completion of the 450 hours, the member will receive an education award.

Compensation for a Quarter-Time member is as follows:
Living Allowance: $1555 per month (May-July)
Education Award $1,824 on completion of 450 service hours.

A Minimum-Time AmeriCorps member must complete 300 hours of service by the end of the summer. The member will serve approximately 30 hours per week for the term of service. On completion of the 300 hours, the member will receive an education award.

Compensation for a Minimum-Time member is as follows:
Living Allowance: $1243 per month (May-July)
Education Award $1,459 on completion of 300 service hours.

High school diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or a lawful permanent resident alien.

Must be 18 years old by 7/31/2024.

Additional Qualifications include:

- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Interest in education, working with at-risk youth, and community development.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
- Computer skills including facility with GoogleSuite and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work in a variety of settings.
- Sensitivity, compassion, and listening skills required to work with a diverse audience.

Experience with digital communication, social media, and web site management
Experience working with youth
Bilingual a plus

Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm