CASA’s AmeriCorps Program in Maryland
With support from the Maryland Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism, CASA launched the program in Maryland in 2011. The “Maryland New Americans Opportunity Project” program offers economic opportunity and K-12 education services to low-income Marylanders. To maximize economic opportunities, CASA provides one-on-one and group-based financial education activities focused on preparing a household budget, credit management, and banking. CASA also helps eligible Lawful Permanent Residents apply for American citizenship. In addition, CASA runs after-school and in-school programs helping high-school students to improve their academic engagement, and help them to apply for college.
AmeriCorps members are based on CASA’s Rockville, Baltimore, and Langley Park offices, as well as in Baltimore City Community College.
Qualifications / Enrollment Requirements for AmeriCorps members
- U.S. Citizen or U.S. Legal Permanent Resident (recently naturalized citizens are encouraged to apply).
- At least 17 years old.
- A high school diploma or GED or agree to obtain one during the service year.
- Excellent English writing and language skills (bilingual in Spanish, French, Korean, Mandarin, Thai, or Hindi preferred).
- Access to personal transportation preferred.
- Pass a national service criminal history check of the national sex-offender registry, state repository check (Maryland and state of residence), and FBI fingerprint check.
Note: The AmeriCorps member will not be allowed to perform duties that violate the AmeriCorps Prohibited Activities or fall outside of the program goals.
