Community Schools Network VISTA-UWGLV

Community Schools Network VISTA-UWGLV

All United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley Ameri Corps VISTA assignments will expand capacity towards population level goals across the region. UWGLV strives to create population level change in areas of education, community stability, healthy aging to ensure individuals who experience crisis have the supports they need to rebound. The UWGLV VISTA project focuses on strengthening the networks of providers that deliver services to address concerns and through working with UWGLV staff they support the efforts across all three-issue areas.

VISTAs address issues at the programmatic and system levels seeking to identify and deal with the root causes by utilizing the collective impact framework. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties :
The UWGLV Community Schools Network Ameri Corps VISTA will strengthen the Lehigh Valley Community Schools Network by developing and refining systems, tools, and resources that support consistent, high-quality implementation of the United Way Community School model. The VISTA will review, refine, and confirm onboarding and orientation materials and timelines for new Community School Coordinators and Principals; create clear processes and timelines for annual technical assistance planning and evaluation with Lead Partners and school districts;

and break the "Year at a Glance" implementation framework into accessible, do-it-yourself learning modules for districts exploring Community School adoption. Additionally, the VISTA will assess the feasibility of transforming documented DIY learning modules into digital content and, if appropriate, support the development of a digital learning experience to expand access and scalability.

Program Benefits :
Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Training , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend .

Terms :

Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas :

Children/Youth , Homelessness , Education , Hunger , Neighborhood Revitalization , Community and Economic Development , Community Outreach , Health , Housing .

Skills :

General Skills , Urban Planning , Writing/Editing , Public Speaking , Leadership , Non-Profit Management , Communications , Recruitment , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Education , Computers/Technology , Youth Development , Social Services , Public Health , Community Organization , Team Work , Teaching/Tutoring , Counseling , Conflict Resolution .