Fairview School District Keystone SMILES AmeriCorps 26-27

AmeriCorps Full Time Position Details

*Documents needed to enroll: Government Issued Photo ID, Signed Social Security Card, US Birth Certificate or another form of Proof of Citizenship.

Service Site Location(s): Fairview School District

Note from the Host Site: "Fairview School District, located in northwestern Pennsylvania, serves students in grades K–12 across its elementary, middle, and high school. The district is committed to providing equitable, high-quality education with a strong focus on academic achievement, student well-being, and inclusive practices for all learners. Fairview prioritizes support for underrepresented student populations, including those experiencing economic disadvantage, students with disabilities, and those in need of additional academic and social-emotional interventions. Through a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), the district works to address learning gaps, improve attendance, and foster a positive school climate. As an AmeriCorps host site, members have the opportunity to serve in the elementary, middle, and high school settings. Members will support targeted literacy and math interventions, provide mentoring, and assist with initiatives that strengthen student engagement and connectedness. This role offers meaningful, hands-on experience in education while making a direct impact on student success." - Justin Zona

Schedule: Monday – Friday - Full Time Daytime Hours (occasional evening / weekend hours)

AmeriCorps Responsibilities: (in addition to host site service)

• Plan and implement service-learning projects for students at host sites or in communities


• Attend monthly member meetings


• Complete virtual training to amplify service abilities


• Participate in National Service Days and planned events


• Create a service portfolio and track and report service outcomes


• Serve as an ambassador in your neighborhood and community


• Participate in a virtual pre-service training prior to serving at assigned host site

Monthly Pretax Living Allowance:

1700 Hour Term - $2,600.00 (48 weeks)

Term Education Award:

1,700 Hour Term:
$7,395.00

• Additionally, federal loan forbearance (pause in loan payments) while serving in AmeriCorps


• Accrued interest while serving as an AmeriCorps member paid by AmeriCorps program


• Education Award earned when program is successfully completed

Other Benefits Include:

• Health Care Coverage/Dental/Vision Available (if eligibility requirements are met)


• Child Care (if eligibility requirements are met)


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  Hands-on experience


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  CPR/First Aid Certification


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  Portfolio development


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  A lifetime of service family and friends!

All members must participate in a three-day pre-service training which may be virtual or in-person.

AmeriCorps is a national service program in which during membership members also agree to participate in AmeriCorps activities in addition to host site placement responsibilities. 

Activities are concentrated in the following areas:

• School Readiness & Success 


• Mentoring Youth through Service


• Academic support service  


• Community Strengthening through Outreach Events and Special Projects


• STEM/STEAM/STREAM activities and service learning 


• Host sites may have additional areas of focus to be discussed at host site interview. 

What is AmeriCorps?  

The national service movement that engages thousands of men and women of all ages and backgrounds in service often referred to as the domestic Peace Corps, aimed at meeting the needs in the areas of Education, Public Safety, Environment, and Human Services. AmeriCorps is much more than a service program. It is a movement that unites Americans to improve our neighborhoods and our lives. In communities large and small throughout America, AmeriCorps Members are taking responsibility, learning valuable skills, and helping their friends and neighbors and Getting Things Done! AmeriCorps is part of a tradition of service, and it represents America at its best - making a lasting difference while promoting the values of community, responsibility, and opportunity.  

To learn more about AmeriCorps and the benefits visit the National Recruitment website at https://americorps.gov/serve