MAKE A DIFFERENCE in your community
by addressing students' educational needs
Become an AmeriCorps member and serve in one of the Belleville District #118 schools. Tutor K-8th grade students primarily on Language Arts and Math lessons, and secondarily on social studies and science activities, while completing service projects serving the city of Belleville, and earn an education award for future higher education or to pay off existing student loan debt.
Established in 1995, Belleville AmeriCorps, a partnership between Southwestern Illinois College, the city of Belleville, District #118, Franklin Neighborhood Community Association (FNCA) and Abraham Lincoln Neighborhood Association (ALNA), is a federally funded program dedicated to improving students' academics, and addressing community based needs, such as housing, crime, and safety. The program services families and community residents by placing members as Reading Coaches, Tutors, Computer Coaches, Program Volunteer Coordinators, and Summer Camp Counselors at District #118 schools and FNCA and ALNA.
AmeriCorps members may serve as full-time for one year completing 1700 hours or part-time completing 900 hours (additional types of positions requiring fewer hours are available including Federal Work Study eligible). Members receive a modest living allowance, an education award up to $4,725, a metro and bus pass, and full-time members qualify for health insurance, and may be eligible for Student Loan Forbearance during the service year with partial or full payment of interest after service. Belleville AmeriCorps provides members the opportunity for skills development and training-a chance to build one's resume and work portfolio-and support and guidance throughout the service year. Belleville AmeriCorps is an equal opportunity organization.
2007-2008 Positions and Compensation
| Type | Commitment | Living Allowance | Ed Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 1700 hours | $10,900 | $4,725.00 |
| Part-time | 900 hours | $5,768 | $2,362.50 |
| Reduced Part-time | 675 hours | $4,327 | $1,800.00 |
| Quarter Time | 450 hours | $2,885 | $1,250.00 |
| Minimum Time | 300 hours | $1,918 | $1,000.00 |
The educational award may be used to pay for college, vocational training, or repayment of student loans. Members have up to 7 years to use the award. Educational awards can be used at most colleges or vocational schools throughout the country.
For additional information about AmeriCorps and the Educational award visit the
national Americorps site. 