History Colorado Education Engagement Half-Time Americorps Member -FGCC -(900 Hours) *Term Limited*.
$20/h-$31/h
2 days ago
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Summary
State of Colorado is seeking a History Colorado Education Engagement Half-Time Americorps Member to join their team in Fort Garland, CO. The role involves supporting and delivering high-impact educational programming to K-12 students with a focus on equitable access to culturally relevant history education.
About the Role
As an AmeriCorps member, you will work under the supervision of the Education Coordinator to facilitate Hands-on History programs, field trips, and other educational activities. You will collaborate with museum staff and community partners to enhance program reach and impact, participate in professional development, and support community engagement initiatives.
About You
Required:
- Strong interest in history, education, or a related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- 18 years of age or older.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A U.S. citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful Permanent Resident.
- Ability to pass criminal history checks.
Preferred:
- Driver’s license.
- Experience in educational programming, museum education, or working with K-12 students.
- Background in history, education, cultural studies, or a related discipline.
- Familiarity with Colorado's diverse historical and cultural landscapes.
- Bilingual Spanish/English.
Benefits
- Living allowance up to $13,329.00, paid in biweekly installments.
- Segal Education Award of $3,697.50 for qualifying members.
- Strong retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
- Optional medical and dental health plans for full-time members.
- Paid life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
- BenefitHub discount program.
State of Colorado
Serve the needs of the State of Colorado through a number of subdivisions. The Colorado Judicial, Legislative, and Executive branches form the government for the State of Colorado. "A Career should be about believing in what you do and making a positive impact on your community. That is a career that makes you proud; that is a career with distinction."- Mary Mullarkey, Chief Justice of the Colorado Supreme Court.
Alamosa County, CO