AmeriCorps positions available at Literacy Minnesota

Community Technology Empowerment Project (CTEP) (AmeriCorps State/National) Literacy Minnesota's 2023-2024 Community Technology Empowerment Project (CTEP) position is now open for applicants! This position will be focused on direct service and capacity-building projects related to digital literacy and distance learning at two of Literacy Minnesota's Open Door Learning Centers: Arlington Hills and Midway. For more information about the project, please visit the website of partner organization SPNN or contact Lizzie Hutchins (hutchins@spnn.org), 651-298-8918.

Our National Service Programs

Literacy Leadership Program (AmeriCorps VISTA) We are recruiting soon for this yearlong program. Join us to create, enhance or expand digital equity and literacy programs for individuals experiencing poverty!

• As a Literacy Leader, you'll pave the way for stronger literacy programs in local communities! You'll tackle educational barriers for low-income, immigrant or refugee children, youth, adults or families.
  *Listings will re-open soon for fall (October & November) or winter (January & February) start dates.

Summer Reads (AmeriCorps VISTA) Secure your spot for Summer Reads 2024. Join us for 8 or 10 weeks of learning and fun next summer!

• As a Summer Reads Mentor, you'll foster a love of reading for children and youth (primarily K-5) and help families break down barriers to education and economic security while growing your leadership skills.
  *Anticipated 40 positions for service term June - August 2024.
• As a Summer Reads Coach, you'll join the third-year pilot of this program, where you'll work with adult learners. We're seeking ambitious leaders to serve alongside Open Door Learning Center - Southside staff and volunteers.
  *Anticipated ~2 positions for service term June - August 2024.

positions opening soon

VISTA Leaders (AmeriCorps VISTA) (St. Paul, Literacy Minnesota main office) Will reopen October 2023. Do you have a year of full-time experience with AmeriCorps VISTA, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps State/National (1700 hours) or NCCC? Flex your leadership muscles! Become a VISTA Leader and support your fellow national service members as they eliminate educational barriers for underserved children, youth, adults or families.
*1 of 2 positions will be available.

Summer Reads Outreach Specialists (AmeriCorps VISTA) (St. Paul, Literacy Minnesota main office) Fight the summer slide! Use your prior experience teaching and/or tutoring to provide peer mentorship to Summer Reads Mentors and Coaches, who will make a lifelong impact on children, youth, and adults this summer.
*2 positions will be available.