Alumni Ambassador

Chariho Regional School District Chariho Alternative Learning Academy
- Wood River Junction, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Chariho Regional School District Chariho Alternative Learning Academy
- Wood River Junction, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Starting Date: Immediately

The Chariho Regional School District is seeking applicants for an Alumni Ambassador at the Chariho Alternative Learning Academy (CALA). This is a grant-funded position for the  school year only. No benefits will be offered.

CALA is seeking a motivated and engaging CALA Alumni Ambassador to represent the Academy and share their experiences with current students, families, educators, and community partners. This position is designed for a CALA graduate or former student who can authentically share their journey, challenges overcome, and opportunities available during and after CALA.

This position will run a total of 80 hours from September 2026-June 2027. The Alumni Ambassador will support related events, presentations, travel, and outreach opportunities. Any travel will be reimbursed through the grant directly. The Alumni Ambassador will work with the CALA Director to establish a schedule and identify opportunities throughout the school year.

• Represent CALA at school, district, community, and educational events.
• Share their CALA experience through student panels, presentations, assemblies, and career/postsecondary events.
• Speak with students about graduation, employment, college, trades, training, and other postsecondary pathways.
• Serve as a positive role model and help students see what is possible after graduation.
• Travel to schools, businesses, community organizations, and other partner locations as needed.
• Collaborate with CALA staff to prepare presentations and student engagement activities.
• Participate in alumni outreach, special events, and community opportunities.

The ideal candidate will be a CALA graduate or former student who has successfully transitioned to employment, college, training, or another meaningful postsecondary pathway. Strong communication, public speaking, professionalism, reliability, and the ability to share a positive, student-focused personal story are essential.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $20 to $20 Per Hour

Job Categories:

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Coordinator

• ONLY APPLICANTS WHO SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED APPLICATION DATA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • 3 Letters of reference
  • Copy of High School diploma
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Chariho Regional School District actively seeks applications from the most capable, professional candidates. If selected for interview, you will be required to bring the following items:

• Certified transcripts (unless verified through School Spring)
• Original, signed letters of recommendation (unless submitted by reference on School Spring)

• Kristen Merritt , Human Resources Administrator
• 455A Switch Road
• Wood River Junction, Rhode Island 02894
• Phone:
• Email: kristen.merritt.ri.us