Adult Education - ReR - AmeriCorps

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization. This Adult Education Ameri Corps Member will support the Newcomer Education program in Richmond, VA by facilitating educational services for refugees and new immigrants.

Office: 2705 Park Ave, Richmond, VA 23230. Employees will also work in the community, at partner sites, and client homes.

Start:
September
2026. 40hours a week; includes nights and weekends. Must complete 1700hours over the year to qualify for educational stipends.

• Provide registration and logistical support for in‑person educational initiatives.
• Develop partnerships within the community to support educational programming.
• Ensure language access for programming.
• Communicate with program participants and volunteers.
• Conduct weekly check‑ins with the program director.
• Potential teaching opportunities for candidates with expertise in sewing, job readiness, or personal finance.

• U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident authorized to work in the U.S.
• Age 18or older.
• Commit to the full one‑year term of service.
• High‑school graduate, GED recipient, or currently working toward high‑school completion.
• Pass a National Service criminal history check.
• Driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort presenting to individuals and large groups.
• Proficient with G‑Suite, Office
  365, Squarespace, and volunteer databases.
• Strong project‑management and event‑planning skills.
• Flexible and willing to learn new things.
• Ability to build relationships and work independently or as part of a team.
• Alignment with the IRC mission and core values of welcome, equity, empowerment, community, respect for human dignity, authenticity, collaboration, integrity, and flexibility.
• Comfort working with clients from diverse cultures.

• Interest in education or group work.
• Experience running classes or group work.
• Sewing experience for a sewing class.
• Teaching English language learner courses.

Annual salary of $25,200. Benefits include paid time off (10 sick days, 10 U.S. holidays, 20‑25 PD days), medical, dental, vision, FSA, 403(b) retirement plan with matched contributions, disability & life insurance, and an employee assistance program.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are evaluated on merit without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Complete the interest form and submit a resume and cover letter. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a phone call or interview by the end of June.