NEO Literacy Corps seeks volunteers

Northeast Ohio Literacy Corps (NEO Literacy Corps) strives to help literacy programs grow by providing direct service and by recruiting community volunteers.

In the 2011-2012 program year, NEO Literacy Corps will support 24 AmeriCorps volunteers who dedicate a year of service at 19 locations throughout the Greater Cleveland area - including Towards Employment. AmeriCorps volunteers provide either direct literacy services as tutors, workshop leaders, and teacher’s aides or serve as volunteer coordinators to recruit, train and supervise literacy volunteers. Members share initial training, as well as work together in teams to expand the host site’s ability to provide literacy services, focusing on engaging volunteers and using the best strategies to improve literacy.

NEO Literacy Corps is looking for passionate individuals who are committed to serving for 12 months in an area of targeted community need. Both full-time and half-time positions are available. Service will begin on September 6, 2011 and will conclude on August 26, 2012. Throughout their service, AmeriCorps volunteers build on their training and deepen relationships as they improve their skills in volunteer management, teamwork, and community-based literacy services.

Full-time Members will serve 1700 hours (40 hours/week) and will also be provided:

  • Living stipend of $12,100 per year.
  • Health, unemployment and disability insurance.
  • Child care (if applicable).
  • The Eli Segal Education award of $5,350 after completion of service.

Half-time Members will serve 900 hours (20 hours/week) and receive:

  • Living stipend of $6,406 with unemployment & disability insurance.
  • The Eli Segal Education award of $2,675 after completion of service.

The Eli Segal Education Award offers several benefits:

  • The award can be used for education costs at a qualified college or university, training, or to repay qualified student loans.
  • Some colleges and universities will match the amount.
  • Members ages 55+ can transfer to child, grandchild or foster child.
  • After your service, you also can become a lifelong member (small “m”) of the AmeriCorps Alums network.

 NEO Literacy Corps is currently accepting applications for the 2011-2012 year through July 15, 2011. Résumé and cover letter should include an explanation of your service interests and your interest in literacy, as well as your educational background, volunteer and work experience, and other related activities. Send résumés and questions to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).