Americorps coaches needed in Idaho schools

November 9, 2016

The Idaho Department of Labor is looking to fill several positions for Future in Action AmeriCorps college and career coaches to work with students in Idaho schools where they will help create a school-wide, college-going culture and provide targeted services for students and families with high school-to-college career transitions. These AmeriCorps positions offer professional development opportunity for anyone interested in a career in education. Members will receive extensive training and support to build new skills. The full-time (minimum of 1,700 service hours) positions run from November 2016 through Oct. 30, 2017. Positions are open for Caldwell’s Canyon Springs High School, Caldwell High School, Black Canyon High School in Emmett, Jerome Middle School, Burley High School, Burley Junior High School and Raft River Junior/Senior High School in Malta. Benefits include a living stipend of $12,350 for 10 ½ months of service, basic health care coverage, child care benefit (if eligible), student loan forbearance, paid training and travel. When service is completed, workers will earn an education award of $5,645. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have completed or be working toward an associate degree from an accredited college or university (bachelor's degree preferred), have an upbeat, positive, outgoing personality and be able to relate well with diverse populations and age groups with particular emphasis on working with young people ages 12-18. For more information about the position or hiring process, contact Sara Scudder at (208) 332-3570 ext. 3246 or by email at sara.scudder@labor.idaho.gov.