APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/dialselfamericorps26
* BE THE MENTOR YOU NEEDED *
The AmeriCorps College Readiness Coach at Upward Bound – Springfield HS of Commerce will:
- Lead workshops on college readiness and the college application process.
- Guide and support program participants in meeting personal and academic goals.
- Tutor high school participants.
- Schedule and track SAT preparation.
- Create weekly program communications for students, families, and staff.
* LEARN BY DOING *
Want to learn new things and connect with people? Wondering if a role in youth work or education is right for you?
Come serve with the DIAL/SELF AmeriCorps Program (DSAP)! You’ll get a chance to see the ins-and-outs of a local nonprofit and explore ways to support learning, creativity, and community.
* DSAP is a 10-month (Sept. 2026 – June 2027) leadership professional development program.
* AmeriCorps members serve full-time (40 hours/week) to support positive youth development and strengthen community.
APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/dialselfamericorps26
DIAL/SELF AmeriCorps Members:
- Develop skills working with youth, schools, and community nonprofits.
- Build relationships and community through weekly development workshops and collaborative service projects.
- Pay for college using the $7,395 Education Award.
- Earn a $1,909/month stipend.
- Receive free health insurance and child care financial assistance.
The DIAL/SELF AmeriCorps Program (DSAP) has three core elements:
- On-site youth work at a local school or nonprofit.
- Team service project in collaboration with youth and community.
- Weekly training and reflection to build youth work skills and increase knowledge of different learning styles, social justice issues, arts integration, motivational interviewing, asset-based community development, restorative approaches, group dynamics and facilitation.
Members must be at least 18 years old, a US citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident, and have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalency.
Reasonable accommodations can be made for interviews and service.
Apply Here: https://bit.ly/dialselfamericorps26