Working at AmeriCorps in Pittsburgh, PA: 2 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Pittsburgh, PA Area

"I worked for an Americorps program tutoring children with ESL."

What do you like about working at AmeriCorps?

"I like the rewarding experience of teaching, and I liked having the opportunity to practice my Spanish with teachers and parents."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Be open and honest, and have your resume in front of you during the phone interview, so you will be able to reference it when answering questions."

What don't you like about working at AmeriCorps?

"There wasn't that much support where I worked, and I often felt like I was alone in all of my decision making, despite having so many people to answer to if something went wrong."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"They should expand their support network and have everyone working at a few schools instead of so spread out and alianated."

"It was one of the most fulfilling jobs I ever had."

What do you like about working at AmeriCorps?

"I loved helping students and adults learn how to speak and write properly, aiding in their reading abilities and just watching the growth of their learning."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Be yourself."

What don't you like about working at AmeriCorps?

"There wasn't even money to live by. I was earning $500 a month."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"I would increase the living allowance."