UACE Yavapai County Program Assistant 4H

Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National – UACE Yavapai County Program Assistant 4H Program. Part-time position with a start date of 01/18/2027 and end date of 06/20/2027. Minimum age requirement: 18.

About the Role

The AmeriCorps member will develop, strengthen, and deliver 4-H educational activities, projects, and programs in Yavapai County. The member will engage diverse audiences, network with community agencies, contribute to 4-H social networking sites, plan and prepare group lessons and activities, gather necessary materials, employ various teaching methods, and develop promotional materials. Schedule may vary based on programming and may require some weekend/evening availability.

Responsibilities

• Develop, strengthen, and deliver 4-H educational activities, projects, and programs including agriculture, water conservation, STEM, and leadership.
• Facilitate youth learning through hands-on discovery, lead activities, and organize groups of young people.
• Develop promotional materials to market and recruit participants for programs.
• Update and contribute to 4-H social networking sites and websites.
• Employ various teaching methods to promote learning and implement activities.
• Promote, coordinate, and encourage youth and adult participation in 4-H events and activities.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license (required, as the member will operate UA vehicles while on duty).
• Prior experience teaching and/or leading in an informal or formal setting (preferred).

Benefits

• Stipend.
• Training.
• Education award upon successful completion of service.

Terms

• Car recommended.
• Permits attendance at school during off hours.
• Permits working at another job during off hours.

Skills

• Computers/Technology.
• Leadership.
• Team Work.
• Public Speaking.
• Youth Development.
• Teaching/Tutoring.
• Communications.

Service Areas

• Environment.
• Community Outreach.
• Education.
• Children/Youth.