4-H AmeriCorp Member - Jackson County

Auburn University • Scottsboro, AL

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About The Position

The Alabama 4-H AmeriCorps Member serves with Alabama 4-H through the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) to expand access to high-quality, research-based positive youth development programming in high-need schools and communities across Alabama. Members deliver educational experiences that promote academic achievement, civic engagement, leadership development, and workforce readiness for youth in grades 4–12.

Through direct service, members help increase access to 4-H enrichment opportunities, STEM education, career exploration, and other evidence-based youth development programs in communities where these resources are limited or not currently available. Members collaborate with local schools, community organizations, volunteers, and Extension professionals to strengthen youth outcomes and build local capacity for sustainable programming. This position provides an opportunity to serve Alabama communities while gaining professional experience in education, youth development, and public service.

To fully apply, applicants must submit an application through the employer's site and apply through the AmeriCorps site. Instructions and a link to the AmeriCorps application will be provided to eligible applicants after the interview process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 4-H programming in school-day and after-school settings, including areas such as STEM, agriculture, environmental education, healthy living, civic engagement, leadership development, and workforce readiness.
• Facilitate hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that build communication, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, and digital literacy skills.
• Collaborate with County 4-H Extension Agents, County Extension Directors, educators, and community partners to implement programs aligned with community priorities.
• Recruit and engage youth participants, support volunteer involvement, and strengthen partnerships between schools and communities.
• Assist with program data collection and reporting to meet AmeriCorps requirements and measure program impact.
• Support 4-H events, service-learning projects, summer programming, and other local or statewide initiatives that enhance youth engagement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED