Community Recruitment VISTA at Educational Justice Job at AmeriCorps, Lexington, KY

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  • AmeriCorps
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

About Us Educational Justice (EJ) is a nonprofit in Louisville, KY, dedicated to tackling educational inequity. We connect low-income middle school students with high-achieving high school tutors for free, one-on-one mentorship and academic support. Our mission is to create opportunities for young students who may not otherwise have access to vital educational resources. . Position Overview: Outreach & Community Recruitment This role is for a community-minded, relationship-builder excited about actively engaging in outreach across Louisville! As the Outreach & Community Recruitment VISTA, you’ll be the face of EJ in the community, connecting with schools, nonprofits, and community groups to recruit both tutors (Activists) and tutees (Scholars). You will develop and maintain partnerships that enhance visibility and engagement, plan events, oversee clubs, and you’ll design strategies to grow our program's reach and impact. What We Offer - Extensive training in outreach, community engagement, and educational equity - Team events and opportunities to network with local leaders and community organizations - Lasting skills in partnership development, communication, and project management - A chance to make a meaningful impact on Louisville’s educational landscape This is an ideal role for a passionate, outgoing individual who thrives on making connections and building community support. Serve as a lead liaison for the Educational Justice program in the community, helping us to come up with new and innovative ways to find more students and families to serve. Apply now to help EJ bring educational opportunities to Louisville’s youth! Learn more at educationaljustice.org or emailing mira.sullivan@educationaljustice.org





Member Duties : Primary Responsibilities Your work will center around community engagement, relationship-building, and outreach. In this role, you will: Develop Partnerships Actively seek new partnerships with local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations Represent EJ at community events, fairs, and conventions Maintain a dynamic database of partners and develop innovative ways to collaborate Recruit High School Activists (Tutors) and Scholars (Tutees) Visit local Schools - elementary, middle and high Coordinating and attending tabling events at schools and in the community Build relationships with teachers, principals, and FRYSC officers Planning outreach events Help oversee and grow High school EJ clubs Strategic Planning Recording and analysing recruitment data Creating recruitment plans to encourage more youth participation Create new marketing and presentation material




Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Relocation Allowance , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Stipend , Health Coverage* , Training .




Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .




Service Areas :
Community Outreach , Children/Youth , Education .




Skills :
Recruitment , Education , Public Speaking , Team Work , Communications , Community Organization , Leadership .






SUMMARY



Program Type:



AmeriCorps VISTA






Program



Community Recruitment VISTA at Educational Justice






Program Start/End Date



07/13/2026 - 07/12/2027






Work Schedule

Full Time






Education level


High school diploma/GED






Age Requirement



Minimum: 18 Maximum: None




Program Locations

KENTUCKY




Accepting Applications



From 05/05/2026 To 09/01/2026






Contact

Mira Sullivan



200 York St



Louisville KY 40203


5027098719



mira.sullivan@educationaljustice.org



educationaljustice.org



Listing ID

117088

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Relocation package

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