Early Childhood VISTA (AmeriCorps)

Program Overview

Safe Passages is a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening the well-being academic success and economic self-sufficiency of children youth and families. AmeriCorps VISTA members build the long-term capacity of Safe Passages and its partner sites by developing systems tools and partnerships that expand access to critical services across Oakland and the Bay Area.

Early Childhood VISTAs support Safe Passages early learning programs by helping strengthen and grow services for young children (ages 05) and their families. These positions focus on creating and improving tools materials and processes that help programs run smoothly and meet the needs of families and educators. VISTAs will help organize curriculum and training materials track participation and outcomes document program activities and learn about best practices in early childhood education. Through this work VISTAs help ensure families and educators have access to consistent high-quality early learning support.

Two positions available:

1. Baby Learning & Parent Workshops
This position supports parent workshops and early learning activities for caregivers and their infants and toddlers. The VISTA will help prepare and organize materials support workshops and family learning activities andassistwith documenting and improving program activities. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys working closely with families and supporting positive early learning experiences.

2. Grow & Play Early Childhood Educator Support
This position supports systems that help early childhood educators learn and grow together. The VISTA will help organize training resources support professional learning communities and create tools that improve communication collaboration and resource sharing among teachers.

Terms of Service

• Length:VISTArequiresa full-time 12-month commitment

• Location: Oakland CA

• Schedule:TypicallyMonday Friday 9am 5pm; occasional night and weekend events

Benefits

• Living allowance of $1320 every two weeks (before taxes and deductions)

• Choice of Education Award or End-of-Service Stipend

• Healthcare benefits

• Childcare benefits (for children under 12 years old)

• Training and professional development opportunities