Spur Campus AmeriCorps Reduced Half-Time Member *Term-Limited

Ameri Corps Member Position

HISTORY COLORADO has a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural competency, because of that, we are continuously seeking to recruit individuals who will enhance this diversity and ultimately the effectiveness of our organization.

We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. History Colorado and the State of Colorado is committed to building inclusive, innovative service environments with Ameri Corps members who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the service process, we provide opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The History Colorado Ameri Corps Program endeavors to address three broad areas of community need across the state: equitable K-12th grade educational outcomes, quality history educational programming, and the tools to preserve and share a more inclusive Colorado history. This initiative is part of History Colorado's strategic goals to invest in rural prosperity, strengthen education through history, and share the diverse stories of Colorado's past.

Ameri Corps Member Perks Include:

• A total living allowance up to $13,500 (pre-tax), distributed in biweekly installments of $540 over the 50-week service term.
• Segal Education Award of $2,817.14 for qualifying members
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans
• Optional medical and dental health plans covered for full-time members, and the option to purchase health plans for members not serving in a full-time capacity
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – A borrower may qualify for forgiveness by making 120 on-time payments while employed full-time in public service, if they have certain kinds of federal loans in a qualifying repayment plan
• Benefit Hub discount program

Position Summary

The Ameri Corps member will serve as part of the Education Department at the museum, working directly under the supervision of the Education Coordinator. Their primary focus will be to support and deliver high-impact educational programming to K-12 students, with an emphasis on equitable access to culturally relevant history education. The member will play a key role in facilitating Hands-on History programs, field trips, and other student focused educational experiences.

As capacity allows, the Ameri Corps member may also assist with community events, adult educational programming, and broader outreach initiatives.

Terms of Service

• The member will serve at the National Western Center as a representative of History Colorado's Hands-On History Expansion Program.
• The Ameri Corps member will serve for an average of 5-10 hours per week during the service term, for a minimum of 675 hours over the course of their service term.
• The Ameri Corps member will be directly supervised by the Education Coordinator, with additional oversight and support provided by the Program Manager.
• Service term begins September 8, 2026 and ends August 20, 2027.
• Mandatory Orientation on September 8 and 9, 2026 at the History Colorado Museum in Denver.
• Additional Availability required for Out of School Programming:
• March 29th
  - April 2nd, 2027 (40 hours)
• Summer Camps, June
  - August 2027 (40 hours per week)
• There will be a 1 week holiday scheduled around the July 4th holiday, TBD.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop and write hands-on curriculum lessons for out of school programming
• Facilitate Hands-On History programming as well as other educational activities, tailoring content to be culturally relevant and aligned with academic standards.
• Collaborate with Hands-On History staff and community partners to enhance program reach and…