Positions:

College Visions is currently hiring two Americorps* VISTA members.

Organization:

College Visions (CV) provides low-income and first-generation college-bound youth in Rhode Island with the individualized advising and resources needed to enroll in college. Founded in 2004 and housed at AS220, CV places a unique emphasis on building strong, sustained relationships with students and families, challenging students to think broadly about college options, and empowering students to make informed college choices. A recent CV graduate wrote, "The best thing about being involved with CV is getting all of the extra help with everything including college essays, researching different colleges, visiting colleges, the FAFSA forms, and most importantly finding colleges that best fit my personality." For more information, check out www.collegevisions.org.

Why College Visions?

CV is a dynamic organization with a staff of four (including you!) and plans for expansion. These positions provide amazing opportunities to impact the lives of young people and contribute to CV's continued growth as a strong organization. CV's workspace is energetic, supportive, challenging, and provides space for creativity.

Responsibilities:

Each VISTA position encompasses two primary areas.

1. Planning and Development, including:

·       Collaborating with CV staff to research and develop a graduate support program.

·       Assisting in curriculum development and program evaluation.

·       Coordinating organization communications.

·       Sharing in grant-writing duties.

2. Program Implementation, including:

·       Providing intensive college admissions coaching to 15-20 twelfth graders.

·       Advocating for advisees with college admissions and financial aid offices.

·       Planning and evaluating program events, including financial aid workshops for families, CV's annual graduation, and regional college visits.

Qualifications:

·       Bachelors degree

·       Strong writing and organizational skills

·       Ability to work independently

·       Energetic attitude and flexibility

·       Commitment to making higher education more accessible to underrepresented groups

·       Strong computer skills (Word and Excel)

·       Experience working with youth from urban public schools is a plus

·       Fluent Spanish and/or Haitian Creole is also a major benefit

Pay and Benefits:

·       Monthly living stipend of $909

·       Post-service education award of $4,725 or cash stipend of $1,200

·       Health insurance

·       Housing allowance of $500 per month

·       Cell phone and transportation reimbursement

·       Student loan forbearance

·       Relocation allowance

For more info on Americorps and VISTA , go to: http://www.americorps.gov/home/site_map/index.asp

To Apply:

Send a cover letter and resume to Simon Moore, director of College Visions, at simon@collegevisions.org.       Applications