AmeriCorps Year of service
Serve as A TEACHER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Through United Way of the Piedmont's AmeriCorps program, you can serve as Teacher Support Specialists at local elementary schools in the Piedmont region of South Carolina, providing opportunities for teachers and students to get the support they need to thrive.
Our AmeriCorps Members spend one academic year in an elementary school where they serve teachers and students through providing small group instruction, supporting social and emotional needs of students, enriching family and school relationships, assisting teachers with remote and e-learning opportunities, and supporting students with one-on-one reading and math assistance.
PROGRAM AT A GLANCe
As a Teacher Support Specialist, you will get the opportunity to:
- Serve part-time in a Spartanburg District 6 or District 7 elementary school.
- Directly serve elementary school teachers and students in order to improve student academic performance.
- Develop a wide range of professional and leadership skills.
- Collaborate with other National Service members on volunteer projects.
PROGRAM OPTIONS
All members will serve until the end of May 2026 with the choice of the below hours breakdown. Living allowance and education award benefits vary based on hours served. Please note that Education Awards are only provided upon successful completion of service.
| Total Hours in Service Term | Maximum Living Allowance Per Term | Education Award |
|---|---|---|
| 900 | $12,000 | $3,697.50 |
| 450 | $6,000 | $1,956 |
| 300 | $4,000 | $1,566 |
HOW To APPLY
We are now recruiting! Complete the interest form below if you want to learn more about AmeriCorps opportunities.
List of Services
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1. United Way InterviewList Item 3
Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email to schedule a virtual interview with a member of our team.
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2. School Interviews
Complete interviews with principals of your preferred schools.
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3. Site placement
If both you and a school select each other, you will be placed to begin service in Fall 2025!
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4. AmeriCorps Enrollment
Be on the lookout for an email with instructions on completing your AmeriCorps enrollment.
Still have questions?
Ready to serve but still getting to know your options?
Please email Sarah Daniel at
sdaniel@uwpiedmont.org.
