Student and Community Engagement Coordinator (for Goodwill of Maine/AmeriCorp)

This job is through Goodwill of Northern New England and AmeriCorp. Applications should be submitted directly to them at the link at the end of this job description. This is a full time, temporary job at Windham Primary School. The mission of Windham Primary School is to ensure the success of every child by fostering a positive and nurturing environment where all students can thrive. We serve the families of children in grades K-3 in Windham, ME, a vibrant and growing suburb of Portland. Windham is home to Sebago Lake, the second largest lake in Maine, and with the attraction of lakes, mountains, and the scenic coastline, Windham offers an abundance of opportunities for recreation and exploration. Supported by an engaged and caring community, Windham Primary School is committed to providing an education that empowers children to reach their full potential. We are seeking an AmeriCorps member who wants to improve the education and engagement of young children in schools by offering fresh ideas and supporting existing activities. The AmeriCorps member will serve to educate students and their families on how to live healthy lives, both physically and mentally. As a Public Health AmeriCorps member through RSU-14 Windham Primary, you will address the social determinants of health for our students, grades K-3 by supporting education, mental health, and community resilience. Our member will: • Develop and lead engaging activities that support physical and mental well-being. • Recruit at-risk families to gain skills for healthier lifestyles. • Encourage school and after-school program attendance, a key factor in long-term health outcomes. • Assist in implementing the BARR (Building Assets, Reducing Risks) program, a proven model that improves student engagement, reduces absenteeism, and decreases high-risk behaviors. • Expand family engagement initiatives and build strong relationships with students, staff, and community partners. • Plan events, connect families with local resources, and strengthen partnerships with community organizations. Already have a MyAmeriCorps account and want to apply for this specific role? You can find that listing on MyAmeriCorps here. Job Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=goodwill Americorp jobs windham maine &sca_esv=c22e1abeeee110b1&rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS1075US1075&udm=8&ei=do_tZ67BLfCt5NoP1LXg4QU&ved=0ahUKEwiu1NaSirqMAxXwFlkFHdQaOFwQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=goodwill Americorp jobs windham maine &gs_lp=EhVnd3Mtd2l6LW1vZGVsZXNzLWpvYnMiJ2dvb2R3aWxsICBBbWVyaWNvcnAgam9icyB3aW5kaGFtIG1haW5lIDIFECEYoAEyBRAhGKABMgUQIRigATIFECEYoAFI5IQBUKoYWL56cAR4AZABAJgBvgGgAZgXqgEFMTkuMTG4AQPIAQD4AQGYAh6gAogVwgIKEAAYsAMY1gQYR8ICBBAAGB7CAgsQABiABBiGAxiKBcICCBAAGIAEGKIEwgIGEAAYDRgewgIKECEYoAEYwwQYCsICBRAAGO8FwgIIEAAYogQYiQXCAggQIRigARjDBMICBRAhGKsCmAMAiAYBkAYIkgcFMjAuMTCgB650sgcFMTYuMTC4B_cU&sclient=gws-wiz-modeless-jobs&safe=active&ssui=on&jbr=sep:0#vhid=vt=20/docid=bW-iyXlVgMhnGMCyAAAAAA==&vssid=jobs-detail-viewer