Full job description We believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. We are changing the school climate by leveraging the power of safe, fun, and healthy play at school every day. We create a place for every kid on the playground to feel included, be active, and build valuable social and emotional skills. We partner with schools, districts, and after-school programs to provide a service or mix of services including on-site coaches, professional training for school staff who support recess, and consultative partnerships. Learn more about the Playworks AmeriCorps Coach role here:
Member Duties : -Serve 1700 hours over school year -Create safe, inclusive recess on the playground by being a caring role model to ensure that every kid plays everyday -Implement a youth leadership program by providing student leadership opportunities at recess & facilitating trainings for students before or after school -Lead individual classes to build youth leadership skills, promote cooperation, & introduce new games for kids to play on the playground, including rules & boundaries. -Enlist & coach students in interscholastic/developmental sports leagues e.g basketball, volleyball, or soccer -Design & implement a community event during the year that engages students' families at the school site -Recruit & coordinate volunteers -Develop a strong school culture by influencing, motivating and building rapport with faculty, administrators, parents, and volunteers -Participate in national days of service -Organize program schedules, track your hours, & collect/enter program data
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Monthly Gas Card stipend or Transit Pass , Childcare assistance if eligible , Stipend , Health Coverage .
Terms :
Uniforms provided and required , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Education , Children/Youth .
Skills :
Team Work , Youth Development .
SUMMARY Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
Program Playworks AmeriCorps Member
Program Start/End Date 08/01/2024 - 06/14/2025
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations INDIANA , NEW YORK , MASSACHUSETTS , CALIFORNIA , PENNSYLVANIA , NEW JERSEY , COLORADO , MICHIGAN Boston , Philadelphia/Wilmington/Atlantic City , Los Angeles/Orange County , New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY)
Accepting Applications From 05/01/2024 To 08/01/2024
Contact Kendra Mosley
638 3rd St
Oakland CA 94607
Listing ID 122781
