VISTA Position

Dear List

        Antioch College is currently looking for a Servcie -Learning VISTA
for the 2001-2001 school year.
The VISTA position is sponsored by the Ohio Campus Compact and provides an
exciting career opportunity in a small progressive Liberal Arts College.
If you know of any graduating seniors or others who might be interested,
please pass along  this job posting, and feel free to contact me with any
questions.  Send application and resume  attn:
Vista Service-Leader
Antioch College
795 Livermore Street
Yellow Springs,OH 45387

Please note I will be out of the office May 7th-11th returning on May 14th.
You may contact Marianne Ryan currrent VISTA member at
marainne@antioch-college.edu or Eric Carrillo  Student Office Coordinator
at carrillo@antioch-college.edu. Anyone of us will be happy to answer your
questions. (937)769-1157

Thank you !

Alicia Pagán
Work Phone: 937-769-1158
Director, Center for Community Learning
Bonner Scholars  & AmeriCorps Leaders Programs
Antioch College
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Work Fax:   937-769-1163
apagan@antioch-college.edu



AmeriCorps VISTA Service Leader
Exciting Full-time Position Available
Antioch College
        WHO:    Energetic, bright, dedicated individuals should apply who
have an understanding or interest in connecting a college community to it's
local community through service!

WHAT:   Develop a sustainable collaboration between campus and community
through service.  This will take place primarily by continuing the
development a faculty resource center as part of the Center for Community
Learning.  Working closely with faculty to catalogue courses, service sites
co-ops and campus community positions.  Coordinating the discussion around
the development of a Civic Leadership and Public Service
Major/Minor/Certificate program.  In addition this position will work
closely with the academic and the student affairs offices of the college.
        The VISTA will also talk with the local community to determine
their current needs and how the campus can be a resource to support them.
The VISTA will also research and study examples of how other campuses have
integrated service into their curriculum and general student activities.
The position will require some evening and weekend hours.

WHY:    As an institution of higher education we have a responsibility to
share our resources and energy with the surrounding community.

QUALIFICATIONS
College graduate;
Proficient computer skills;
Detail oriented and possess strong organizational and communication skills;
 Committed to serving as a VISTA for one full year (40hrs/week starting
July 20th). Valid Driver's License

THE BENEFITS
Gain valuable work experienceŠbuild a resume listing a national trend
towards connecting campuses and communities through service.
Monthly stipend of $730.00 plus housing;
 Receive medical benefits, paid sick leave and vacation;
 $4,725 Education Award to be applied to education loans or future
educational costs.
Obtain deferrals on qualified student loans.
Review of the application will continue thru May 30th.

June 1         Application deadline closed
July 17-19   Mandatory two day Pre-Orientation
July 20th     Starting date