<p>Education Programs Development VISTA 2026</p> <p>Since 1965, CAST has served low-income individuals and families on the North Fork of Long Island - an agricultural and tourism community. We are the only non-profit on the North Fork providing food and wrap-around services to help at-risk community members achieve economic security. Our mission is to provide a safety net and promote self-sufficiency. CAST programs include a food pantry and mobile food pantry, a sharing room, benefit application assistance, and emergency assistance for rent, heat, electricity and other urgent needs. Our wrap-around services include the North Fork ParentChild+ Program, an early literacy and parenting skills program for at-risk families; ESL; computer, nutrition and citizenship classes; exposure to arts and culture; and job readiness workshops. An ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude and enjoy a fast paced, lively atmosphere. Must be comfortable communicating and networking and possess organizational skills, and basic computer skills. VISTA members will have professional development and training opportunities. Walk to work from the newly restored, historic, onsite, furnished and affordable rental housing available to VISTAs, in the heart of quaint Southold Town, walking distance to public transportation, supermarkets, restaurants and beaches. For more information please contact Nancy Tramontana at tramontana@castnorthfork.org or visit our website at castnorthfork.org. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.</p> <p>Member Duties : The VISTA will help develop, optimize, document, and implement Education and Outreach programs and strategies to expand and support our mission. The VISTA will work with the department to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our year-round education programs. The VISTA will improve data entry, and tracking systems, and research and assist in the development of curriculum and activities for the elementary-age programs. They will research educational platforms for both children and adult programs. Lastly, the VISTA will develop efficient systems to keep accurate records for attendance, academic performance, and goal setting. The VISTA will gain valuable experience in educational program planning and implementation.</p> <p>Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Onsite Affordable Housing Rental Availab , Relocation Allowance , Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* .</p> <p>Terms :</p> <p>Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .</p> <p>Service Areas :</p> <p>Community and Economic Development , Children/Youth , Community Outreach , Hunger , Education .</p> <p>Skills :</p> <p>General Skills , Communications , Team Work , Writing/Editing , Computers/Technology .</p>