Purdue Extension - 4-H Youth Development... - Vigo County, IN - Terre Haute, IN
Purdue Cooperative Extension Service – Vigo County
Assist the county Extension office/county 4-H professional in functions and duties.
Support 4-H professionals, volunteers, and members in conducting meaningful educational experiences to help youth grow and reach their fullest potential.
Inform and encourage members, parents, and other volunteers to actively participate in appropriate 4-H opportunities.
Examples of Duties:
Schedule all summer 4-H community clubs.
Review curriculum and prepare for all sessions
Work in a professional team atmosphere associated with educational program development and delivery.
Work with a diverse [age, gender, economic class, ethnic] audience at he community level.
Become familiar with county Extension office procedures, responsibilities, and staff.
Develop skills in time management, prioritizing , and acceptance of responsibilities.
Participate in a high performing system where staff and community volunteers work closely together to achieve common goals.
Participate in network that will provide a variety of experiences, mentoring, feedback, and clear communications throughout the internship.
Contact and partner with other youth serving organizations to organize and implement 4-H programming.
Prepare and schedule all extra youth activities at the 4-H Fair.
Design, schedule, advertise and implement 4-H Mini Camp.
Typical Qualifications:
Must undergo the Purdue University 4-H volunteer application and screening process and be accepted as a volunteer.
Must have a valid driver’s license and an operable vehicle.
Must be currently enrolled and have completed one semester of college/post-secondary education.
A willingness to become familiar with and work within the philosophy and guidelines of the Purdue University Extension, State 4-H Program, and County 4-H Program.
A sincere interest in teaching and sharing knowledge and skills with youth and adults in n educational setting.
The ability to organize information and materials and delegate responsibility.
The ability to work and communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms.
The ability to work with minimal supervision from professional staff.
A sincere interest in working with other volunteers and professional staff in an educational setting.
Supplemental Information:
Up to thirty-five hours per week for almost nine weeks from late May-August.
Vigo County – Purdue Extension is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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