Sacramento County students are struggling with fundamental math and literacy skills. Based on the 2018-19 school year results of the California assessment of student performance and progress 51 percent of students in Sacramento County did not meet grade-level standards in English Language Arts and Literacy, and 62 percent did not meet the grade-level standards in mathematics. Recent studies from Policy Analysis for California Education show that due to the COVID-19 pandemic California students are experiencing, on average, 2.6 month learning lag in English Language Arts.

The 916 Ink AmeriCorps Fellowship program provides standard-aligned workshops and tutoring for 1st through 12th-grade students throughout Sacramento County.

Year-long paid fellowships for individuals interested in changing the literacy outcomes for local youth are available.

Perfect for individuals:

  • Looking to make a difference in your community

  • Taking a gap year

  • Change careers

  • Gain career skills with an innovative and fun team

Benefits of AmeriCorps Service Year:

  • Bi-Weekly living allowance

  • Eligible AmeriCorps Members receive a Segal Education Award

  • Childcare assistance is available through AmeriCorps (for those who qualify)

  • Eligible student loan forbearance on federal student loans (for those who qualify)

  • Ongoing professional development opportunities

  • AmeriCorps Members who successfully complete their service year will gain access to the Employers of National Service

Eligibility:

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Minimum of high school diploma or GED certificate

  • Hold US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status

  • Have not completed more than three prior AmeriCorps or VISTA service terms

  • Understand that this position is an AmeriCorps Service commitment and are dedicated to national and community service

  • Dedicated to successfully completing a full term of service

  • Pass a national background check and fingerprints

Interested in serving 2024-2025? Click here for a quick interest form and Jade Rodgers, 916 Ink AmeriCorps Manager will get back to you.