4-H CAPITAL - AmeriCorps Urban Farm Science Afterschool Instructor (FT)
Position Title: AmeriCorps Urban Farm Science Afterschool Instructor (FT)
Location: Austin, Tx
Employment Type: AmeriCorps Full-time
4-H CAPITAL is a Travis County AgriLife Extension Program. We strive to “Make the Best Better” and “Get Things Done” in afterschool programming throughout Title I schools in the Austin Independent School District.
Position Overview
4-H CAPITAL AmeriCorps Members plan and lead hands-on science activities for elementary and middle school students throughout Austin, TX. Members teach out-of-school time classes, in-school enrichment activities, and assist school staff with groups of students at local schools. Members also participate in community outreach activities, attend trainings, and may provide disaster relief work. Members receive training and support in a variety of areas to meet the essential functions of their position.
Service hours are Mon-Fri 9:00am - 6:00pm, with occasional opportunities to serve on evenings and/or weekends. Members typically work out of the 4-H CAPITAL office in central Austin from 9:00am until 2:30pm at which point they head out to school sites (mileage is reimbursed between work sites). Fridays are used for planning, team meetings, service and program reporting, and trainings.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
• Inspire youth to develop into inquiring scientists, citizens of character, partners in service and engaged community members
• Be a positive role model and influence for elementary and middle school aged students
• Plan, lead, and assist 4-H CAPITAL’s science curriculum in the after-school space
• Develop proficiency in teaching and leading groups of youth of up to 16 students
• Implement proactive behavior management systems to ensure a safe and impactful teaching environment
• Members will work Monday-Friday 9AM-6PM (40-42 hours per week) with occasional weekend events
• Keep attendance records of 4-H CAPITAL classes
• Assist in gathering and reporting data for evaluation purposes
• Willingness to work in an office environment that houses animals
• Wear AmeriCorps logo while serving hours
Attributes
Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
• Interest in science, community service, youth development and/or non-profit work
• Experience working with youth in a professional setting
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new things
• Proficient computer skills, including data entry and email correspondence
• Has reliable transportation to travel to and from school sites.
• Ability to bend, sit on floor, stoop and lift teaching materials that may weigh up to 50 lbs.
• Bilingual with English and Spanish
• Participation in Teleservice work during National/Pandemic Disasters
• Ability to work virtually during times of National and Pandemic DisastersAmeriCorps Requirements
• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Commitment to serve a 10.5 month term: August 18th 2025 – June 30th 2025
• Complete 1700 hours of service by June 30th, 2025
• Disaster Relief: In the event of a local, state, or federal disaster declaration, AmeriCorps members may be asked on a volunteer basis or be required by OneStar to activate to assist in disaster response and recovery activities within their communities. This may involve virtual service opportunities or in-person service opportunities. This may include service opportunities outside of the member’s standard service hours or in place of their standard service duties. In the event of a large-scale, high needs local, state, or federal disaster, AmeriCorps members may voluntarily or be required by OneStar to deploy to an area outside of their service area to assist in disaster response and recovery activities.
Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits and Professional Development
• Earn a monthly living stipend of $3,238.10
• $7,395.00 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of term of service.
• Student loans may qualify for forbearance during your term of service
• Health insurance and professional development opportunities provided
• Participation in Life After AmeriCorps Training and professional develop opportunities
• Community building and awareness through ongoing service projects.
To Apply
Apply through their website here by 8/1/2025.
