Leah Pagano | Literacy First ๐๐
Manage episode 430319443 series 3461859
๐ขYour voice matters more than ever. Take 2 minutes and tell your lawmakers that AmeriCorps is essential to your community. ๐ข๐ข๐ข
USE THIS LINK
๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค
Exploring AmeriCorps Opportunities with Leah Pagano: From Service Years to Career Paths
Join Nicki Fiocco, founder of AmeriCorps Connections Podcast, in an enlightening conversation with Leah Pagano, an AmeriCorps alumna based in Austin, Texas. Leah shares her diverse experiences serving on the west coast, east coast, and Texas, detailing her journey from an education degree to her impactful work with AmeriCorps programs. Leah discusses the importance of civic engagement, the skills she gained during her service years, and her transition to Literacy First in Central Texas. Learn about the application process, program benefits, and the collaborative efforts of various AmeriCorps programs in Austin. Whether you're a recent graduate or a professional looking to pivot, this episode sheds light on how AmeriCorps can be a transformative experience.
00:00 Introduction to the AmeriCorps Connections Podcast
01:58 Leah Pagano's AmeriCorps Journey
05:40 Experiences and Skills Gained During Service
10:50 Transitioning to a Career in Education
12:45 Joining Literacy First and Current Role
15:32 Program Details and Recruitment Information
19:48 Application Process and Benefits
22:05 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
๐๐๐๐๐๐
How to Get Connected:
โก๏ธLiteracy First Become a Tutor Page
โก๏ธLiteracy First LinkedIn
โก๏ธLiteracy First Instagram
โก๏ธAmeriCorps Central Texas
โก๏ธAmeriCorps Central Texas LinkedIn
โก๏ธAmeriCorps Central Texas Instagram
Alumni Connections
- AmeriCorps Alums LinkedIn Group
- Join the official AmeriCorps Alumni Network with Service Year
- AmeriCorps Opportunities
- Schools of National Service - Find an institute that will match/ honor or offer other incentives toward your Segal Education Award -
- Employers of National Service - Find employers who prioritize AmeriCorps Alumni service in their hiring
๐ค Shout outs!
๐๐Podcast Production and Marketing support provided by Do Good, Be Good - they provide training for AmeriCorps programs and are staffed by AmeriCorps alumni.
๐๐Hosting and podcast consultation provided by Producer Dan Metivier of Time or Money Production. Thank you, Dan! (p.s., he's an NCCC AmeriCorps Alumni)
63 episodes