About the role#
The Hilltop Service Program Student Director supports the first-year volunteer program at Illinois College. This is a leadership position for the fall semester, running from September through November. You will act as the primary link between the Office of Community-Engaged Learning and first-year seminar classes. Each director works with 4-5 seminar courses to coordinate their service projects.
What you'll do#
- Maintain regular contact with your assigned first-year seminar classes.
- Lead service projects for your assigned classes.
- Communicate with site leaders to ensure projects run smoothly.
- Help teach the pre-service workshop when your schedule allows.
- Motivate first-year students to engage with their service work.
- Complete driver certification training.
- Serve as a driver for your classes on their service days.
What you'll need#
- Prior volunteer experience.
- Preference is given to students who participated in the Hilltop Service Experience during their own first year.
Location & details#
- Location: Jacksonville, Illinois.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Compensation: $13.00 per hour.
- Work modality: On-site.
About Illinois College
Illinois College is a liberal arts institution founded in 1829. Based in Jacksonville, Illinois, the college employs over 500 people. It offers undergraduate degree programs with a focus on experiential learning and research. The institution prepares students for professional careers and service.
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