Overview:
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 a meaningful opportunity to serve Alabama communities while gaining professional
experience in education, youth development, and public service.
To fully apply as a 4-H AmeriCorps Member, you must submit an application through this 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
Responsibilities:
Provides direct service by delivering 4-H programming in school-day and after-school settings. Programming areas may include STEM, agriculture, environmental education, healthy living, civic engagement, leadership development, and workforce readiness.
Facilitates hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that build essential life skills such as communication,
teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, and digital literacy.
- Collaborates with County 4-H Extension Agents, County Extension Directors, educators, and community
partners to implement programs aligned with community priorities.
- Recruits and engages youth participants, supports volunteer involvement, and helps strengthen partnerships
between schools and communities.
- Assists with program data collection and reporting to ensure compliance with AmeriCorps requirements and
to measure program impact.
- Supports 4-H events, service-learning projects, summer programming, and other local or statewide initiatives
that enhance youth engagement.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Why Work at Auburn:
Why Work at Auburn?
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Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
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Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
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We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
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Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
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A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
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Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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