KidSpirit Capacity Builder Oregon State University

Mission

Kid Spirits mission is to provide positive youth programming opportunities and training so that youth and student staff build skills, knowledge, and abilities that will help propel them into futures in which they will thrive. We do this through promoting healthy physical activity, science projects, creative arts, and a social‑emotional curriculum for youth, ages 2‑18, created and delivered by high school and college student staff engaged in an experiential professional development program designed to help them enter the workplace as leaders.

Improve accessibility and sustainability of Kid Spirit programs for Pre‑K through 12th grade. Secure stable support through networking, fundraising, and partnerships with local organizations and officials. Coordinate Kid Spirit OSU Alumni group activities in coordination with OSU foundations. Develop a sustainable funding plan for scholarships for low‑income families. Collaborate with the Pre‑K VISTA on funding strategies for program delivery.

• Improve accessibility and sustainability of Kid Spirit programs for pre‑K through 12th grade.
• Develop and maintain sustainable support systems through relationship‑centered networking, resource development, and cross‑sector partnerships with community organizations and local leadership.
• Enhance alumni‑driven capacity and governance by coordinating Kid Spirit OSU Alumni group activities in alignment with OSU Foundation priorities.
• Develop a sustainable funding plan for scholarships for low‑income families.
• Collaborate with the Pre‑K VISTA on funding strategies for program delivery.

• Health Coverage*
• Training
• Living Allowance
• Relocation Allowance
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Childcare assistance if eligible

For details about Ameri Corps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit

Permits attendance at school during off hours. Uniforms provided and required. Permits working at another job during off hours.

• Education level:
  Associate's degree (AA)
• Age requirement:
  Minimum 18
• Languages:
  
  English

Program Type:
Ameri Corps VISTA
Program:
Kid Spirit Capacity Builder Oregon State University
Program Start/End Date: 09/08/2026 – 09/07/2027

Work Schedule:

Full Time
Program Locations:
Oregon
Service Areas:
Children/Youth, Education, Community Outreach, Community and Economic Development

Swensen Swensen
2450 SW Jefferson Way
Corvallis OR 97331

janet.swensen
kidspirit