City Years Literacy Programs - AmeriCorps Program
Help students become who they’ll be tomorrow. You’re here because you see something—the need to provide support and resources for our local schools so that all students feel a sense of belonging. Learn how City Years Literacy Programs creates environments where students—and you—can thrive.
The Corporation for National & Community Service (CNCS) is an independent federal agency established in 1993 that deploys more than 3 million Americans in service through its core programs, including AmeriCorps.
AmeriCorps enables more than 75,000 AmeriCorps members to serve with nonprofit organizations in more than 21,000 locations across the United States. Through participation in AmeriCorps, City Year’s full-time AmeriCorps members earn a taxable living allowance as well as health care benefits. City Year AmeriCorps members who complete a year of service receive a $6,495 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award that can be used to pay for tuition or to pay off qualified student loans.
Schools or Related Disciplines:
Business
Educational Studies
First Year and Pre-major Program (FYPP)
Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences (IAS)
Nursing and Health Studies (NHS)
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)
STEM – Computing and Software Systems (CSS)
STEM – Biological Sciences
STEM – Engineering and Mathematics
STEM – Physical Sciences
Category: Community Engagement; Research and Creative Projects
Best for student levels (to apply and/or participate): post-Grad or Graduate level
Credit/Compensation Notes: Awards/stipends are likely available.