Location:
St. Michaels, Arizona, 86511, United States
Organization:Mercy Volunteer Corps
Start date:
August 1, 2009
Sex:
All are welcome
Language(s):
English
Last updated:
November 5, 2008
End date:
July 20, 2010
Age:
Adults (18-64)
Area of Focus:
Education and Academia
Description:
Saint Michael Indian School (SMIS) is located on the Navajo Reservation.
Volunteer teaching positions are available in the elementary, middle & high school.
While serving full-time for 1 year at this site, volunteers also commit to living a simple and spiritual lifestyle in community with other volunteers.
Volunteers are provided with:
• housing
• transportation (vehicle or public transit pass)
• food stipend
• medical insurance
• personal stipend ($100/month)
• orientations and retreats
• spiritual direction (if desired)
• support from the Sisters and Associates of Mercy as well as MVC alumni in the local community
The service year begins in early August and extends through the following July. The ending date of the yearlong commitment varies according to site and regional needs, but typically falls between July 15th and 31st. Volunteers may choose to renew for a second year.
