Governor Tina Kotek announces support for UCAN and other agency’s Head Start programs by declaring October 2024 “Head Start Awareness Month.” Learn more about the Governor’s announcement, and the importance of our Head Start programming here
UCAN AmeriCorps is accepting applications from organizations that will benefit from an AmeriCorps Member’s service. You can apply for a Member to serve for two months (300 hour position) or six months (900 hour position). The deadline for applying for a six month Member is October 30th. The deadline to apply for a two month Member is February 15th. Our Members improve organizational capacity of project host sites to deliver direct services addressing education, economic opportunity, or healthy futures. To apply, please read the attached RFP first. Then complete and submit the application, assurances, and position description. Use the checklist to make sure you’re submitting everything needed.
New AmeriCorps positions will begin December 2nd and continue through July 31, 2025 in Douglas County, Oregon. Each position offers a range of opportunities to help local communities, build your skills, and obtain important experience. Each also provides a living allowance, education award, and other benefits. You can review position descriptions below, and apply as well.
Douglas County
UCAN’s Head Start program is currently enrolling expectant families and children ages 0-5 in Head Start & Early Head Start. And if you receive SNAP benefits, you are now automatically eligible to take part in our wonderful early education program! Click here to apply.
