Ohio College and Career Guides

Ameri Corps Volunteers serve with College Now in Cleveland, Stark County, or Summit County or with our partner organization I Know I Can in Columbus. Guides will serve in a full‑time capacity (1,700 hours over 11 months) from early August 2026 to June 30, 2027. Half‑term positions requiring 900 hours over 6 months may be available in January.

• Provide college and career information to middle or high school students or adult learners.
• Assist middle or high school students or adult learners in making a college or career plan.
• Present classroom workshops to students.
• Plan and chaperone college and career visits.
• Assist high school students and families and adult learners with the financial aid process.
• Assist school staff, College Now and I Know I Can staff with college and career fairs, community events, and tabling.
• Participate in community service projects.
• Enter data on all student or adult learner interactions.

• Minimum of an Associate’s degree (required), with a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or nearing completion of a bachelor’s degree.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. National, or lawful permanent resident alien.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Strong organization and task‑management skills and self‑motivation, with an eye for detail.
• Strong commitment and passion for promoting access to and completion of higher education for everyone.
• Ability to serve in a fast‑paced environment and multi‑task effectively.
• Ability to commit to a 40‑hour work week during typical business hours for 11 months (1,700 hours of service).
• Ability to serve for at least 8 hours in a row on any given weekday, and during minimal evenings and weekends as required.
• Ability to arrange own travel to and from service sites.
• Maturity, enthusiasm, positivity, and great people skills.

• Training.
• Childcare assistance if eligible.
• Living allowance up to $30,000 (taxable).
• Stipend.
• Education award up to $7,395 upon successful completion of service.
• Health coverage.

Program type:
Ameri Corps State/National. Service areas included: education. Service locations:
Ohio (Cleveland/Akron). Language requirement:
English.

Work schedule:

full time.

Contact:
Deanna Jarvis, 1500 W 3rd St, Cleveland, OH 44113, 216‑241‑5587, djarvis. Program webpage: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..