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Opportunity Academy - Learner Success & Engagement Specialist

DIAL/SELF Youth & Community Services
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APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/dialselfamericorps26

* BE THE MENTOR YOU NEEDED *

The AmeriCorps Learner Success & Engagement Specialist at Opportunity Academy- Part of Holyoke Public Schools will:

  • Support learners ages 14-60+ to increase their academic knowledge and skills through direct instruction, support with coursework, and tutoring.
  • Provide regular advising to help learners set a clear path for themselves through setting goals, building action plans, and problem-solving to overcome obstacles.
  • Support teachers in classrooms working with individuals and small groups.
  • Student data entry including maintaining student files, attendance records, and more.
  • Support learners to overcome obstacles that interfere with their success - especially getting to school regularly.
  • Call and communicate with learners to check in and encourage attendance.
  • Greet students and families, receive visitors, communicate with families, coordinate with staff within the school district and among OA partner organizations; and answer phone calls as front desk manager. 

*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