Position: AmeriCorps*VISTA Project Coordinator (4 Positions)
Member Assignment Description

• Assist in the development/implementation of a program marketing plan.
• Develop and distribution volunteer and student recruitment materials.
• Contribute to organizational newsletter as needed.
• Assist in researching and writing grant proposals
• Research and develop a list of donor prospects
• Assist in securing cash and in-kind support.
• Attend Florida Literacy Coalition Literacy Ambassador or VALUE Core Leadership Training
• Research ways adult learners may contribute to the program.
• Assist in developing and implementing a plan to include adult learners in program support activities.
• Research and work with program staff and volunteers to enhance organizational capacity in key program areas (see work plan)
• Staff program booth or otherwise represent literacy organization at community events.
• Identify potential partners to work with program to advance community literacy efforts.
• Assist with other special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

1. Good oral and written skills
2. Good organizational skills
3. Basic computer skills
4. Commitment to supporting literacy

Living Stipend: $865 month
Benefits: Medical insurance, vacation, sick leave
Education award provided upon completion of 1 year of service: $4,725

Contact: Submit letter and resume or AmeriCorps*VISTA application to: sparkss@floridaliteracy.org

Position: AmeriCorps*VISTA Project Position
Contact: Submit letter and resume or AmeriCorps*VISTA application to:

Organization: United Methodist Cooperative
Contact: Jan Setzecorn
E-mail: jan.umcm@verizon.net
Phone: (727) 442-6681
Location: Clearwater

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Position: Presenters for Reading Instruction, ESOL, Marketing and Recruitment, Fundraising, Writing Instruction, Student Assessment and Data Collection and Reporting.

Organization: Florida Literacy Coalition, State Resource Center
Location: Throughout the state of Florida
Contact: Yari Payne, payney@floridaliteracy.org

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Position: Associate Organizer

Organization: DART was founded in 1982 to assist in the development of strong, congregation-based, grassroots community organizations committed to democratic principles and values of justice and fairness. The DART Network currently consists of 21 affiliates spread throughout Florida, Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, Indiana and Kentucky, each with their own leaders, staff, funding base and accomplishments toward justice at the local level. DART has fought and won across the country on a broad set of issues like joblessness, access to health care, living wage and job source agreements, police misconduct, improved public education, quality affordable housing, fair immigration practices and dozens of others.

Description: The role of the Associate Organizer is to challenge and support leaders in building the power of the organization and their institutions, so that they can more successfully transform our communities. The work of the organization can be categorized into the following four areas: leadership and staff development, issues, structure and fundraising.

Locations: Associate Organizer positions are currently available in Miami, West Palm Beach, Lakeland and Tallahassee, Florida.

Qualifications: Candidates must have completed a relevant training program, graduated from the DART Organizer Institute, or have professional organizing experience related to community union, electoral, or advocacy organizing. Also s/he must present a sincere passion for justice and community organizing. Our positions are limited to those who see this as a professional vocation, not just a job. Candidates must display a workmanlike diligence, be driven to produce sustained results, have proven capacity to build relationships of trust, create and execute a plan, act professionally, feel comfortable working with congregations, be accountable and willing to hold others accountable, demonstrate disciplined thought and action, and work in a team setting. Associate Organizers must also have a car. People of color are encouraged to apply, and in some cases Spanish language abilities may be necessary.

Salary & Benefits: $30,000-35,000 starting salary (depending on location and experience) including paid vacation and holidays; Full health coverage including sick days; Paid mileage of $.32/mile for work-related travel (e.g. to and from One-to-One meetings); Salary increases to be determined and negotiated by Lead Organizer and Board of Directors (typically after a 6-12 month probation period is completed satisfactorily, and annually based on specific performance indicators).

To Apply: We encourage you to send your resume to: Ben MacConnell, DART Network, 820 New York Street, Lawrence, KS 66044 or by email:jobs@thedartcenter.org. If you have any questions, please call (785) 841-2680. Also you can learn more about DART at our website: www.thedartcenter.org.

Postition: Program Coordinator
Marion County Literacy Council

Role Description: The Program Coordinator represents Marion County Literacy Council (MCLC) by conducting and coordinating program activities in the adult literacy programs at MCLC including Basic Literacy, GED and ESOL. This includes the coordination of the activities of key volunteers such as tutors, tutor support as well as primary contact for clients. He/She will conduct client intake including diagnostic testing. Act within MCLC policy and applicable federal, state and local legislation to do what is necessary to effectively accomplish major responsibilities. The coordinator is not expected to authorize expenditures, enter into contracts, or modify MCLC policy.

Responsibilities: Manage all activities related to client intake, interview and assessment
Supervise all instructional activities (one-to-one, computer lab, ABE, GED, ESOL, etc.)
Oversee activities related to volunteer orientation, training and recognition in the tutoring program and work cooperatively with executive director to recruit and recognize these volunteers
Administer all instructional activities and continuing tutor education
Maintain database for all programs, assist in providing program deliverables for grant management
Assist executive director in developing reports for program activities
Support in planning , program development, grant writing, event planning, board management and assessing training and instructional needs
Other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

-Four year college degree (Education, Social Sciences, English or similar related major)
or equivalent relevant work experience
-Education/literacy-related experience or related non-profit experience
-Supervisory experience preferably in a volunteer environment
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Ability to work with minimal supervision
-Proficient with Word, Excel, Internet literacy
-Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in at least two languages (Spanish preferred)
-Flexible schedule, available to work nights and Saturdays including over night travel
-Reliable transportation
-Ability to become certified TABE and BEST PLUS administration
-Public speaking skills
-Ability to multi-task

Reporting Relationships:
-Reports directly to the executive director
-Supervisors all volunteer staff in the adult literacy program areas

Employee Status & Salary:
The Program Coordinator is exempt .
The Program Coordinator annual salary will be $23,000-$28,000.

Send resume to karen@marionliteracy.org or Fax to 352-351-9527