LASOS Youth Program VISTA

The Foundations Program is designed for youth ages 4-21 who need additional support academically and socially due to socioeconomic factors, transitional living, homelessness, and cultural incompetency. The program enhances language acquisition skills, academic assistance, and pro‑social connections to positive adult and peer relationships. Through goal setting and exposure to opportunities, the youth are introduced and supported throughout the educational process from elementary to college or trade school.

• Help convene volunteers for after‑school programming, mentorship, and academic tutoring in a supportive and engaging environment during the school year.
• Communicate with the schools the students attend to gather external information about attendance, grades, and other pertinent data.
• Participate in the LASOS summer camp by coordinating volunteers, classrooms, and field trips as needed, and help coordinate the schedule of guest speakers and events.
• Collect, analyze, and share data related to student achievements and casework. Identify, develop, and revise academic strategies that support curriculum implementation and individual scholar support.
• Evaluate implementation of evidence‑based practices for youth mentoring and student engagement to develop a toolkit for current and future usage in the program.
• Develop resources and conduct fundraising.

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

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

• Education
• Children/Youth
• Community Outreach

• Non‑Profit Management
• Education
• Community Organization
• Recruitment
• Public Speaking
• Computers/Technology
• Communications
• Writing/Editing
• Team Work
• Youth Development

• Program Type:
  Ameri Corps VISTA
• Program: 2026 LASOS Youth Program VISTA
• Program Start/End Date: 04/06/2026 - 04/06/2027
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full Time
• Education Level: Some college
• Age Requirement:
  Minimum 18, Maximum None
• Program Locations: MARYLAND Washington/Baltimore
• Languages:
  
  Spanish, English
• Accepting Applications: 02/09/2026 – 06/01/2026

Melynda Velez
33 W Courtland St
Bel Air MD 21014

mvelez
www.lasos.org