Workforce Development
Educator

Job Title: Workforce Development Educator

Location: Huntington Children’s Museum

Position Type: Full-time. This is a full-time ACC AmeriCorps position with the Huntington Children’s Museum.

Position Overview

The Member will support the staff-led implementation efforts to expand STEAM learning opportunities for youth, aid workforce development efforts, and build community. The Member will support and assist staff with activities that expand workforce development efforts among children ages 2 to 10 including; community outreach, assisting with stakeholder engagement, and aiding programming.

Key Responsibilities

The ACC Member will:

• Assist staff with stakeholder engagement efforts, including educational institutions, nonprofits, and businesses, to support the development of programming to support early career exposure among youth.
• Support engagement with businesses, nonprofits, and community members to recruit volunteers to support programming under staff direction and supervision.
• Assist staff with the coordination and staff-led implementation of workforce development initiatives and approved programming.
• Collect service-related data and compile summaries that highlight program progress, challenges, and successes for staff review and program evaluation.
• Under staff direction, share approved project updates and program information through social media and newsletters.

All service activities will be performed under the guidance, supervision, and direction of program and host site staff and will be consistent with the Member’s approved service assignment.

Learning & Development Opportunities

As an ACC Member, you will receive structured training and support throughout your service year, including: 

• A week-long virtual orientation with the national cohort to kick off the service year.
• A week-long, in-person national Winter Institute convening with your ACC cohort — travel, lodging, and a per diem stipend are fully covered.
• Twice-monthly virtual training on skills for service, including project management, asset-based community development, grant writing, and serving vulnerable populations, plus self-paced curricula with opportunities to earn badges and credentials.
• A structured community listening tour at the start of service to understand local needs, assets, and opportunities.
• Dedicated 1:1 support from a Lead For America Program Coordinator and twice-monthly peer pod meetings for networking and professional development.
• Access to a national network of ACC Members, alumni, and community partners.

Requirements:

• Passion for community service and connecting your neighbors to the digital tools, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Interest in gaining experience in community development or digital inclusion.

Eligibility:

• Be a U.S. Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident.
• Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Be 17 years of age or older by the start of service.
• Have not already served four (4) or more AmeriCorps State/National terms. 

Timeline:

We are currently recruiting Members to serve from December 7th, 2026 – August 13th, 2027. Members will serve full-time (approximately 40 hours per week), completing 1200 hours of service over the course of the term.

To Apply: Workforce Development Educator