Americorps Coach with Up2us Sports

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Up2Us Sports Full time

At Intentional Sports, we are passionate about using sports to empower and uplift the youth of Chicago. As a nonprofit organization, we focus on providing equitable opportunities in sports, wellness, arts, and education, driven by our core values of excellence, respect, and service. Our team is committed to fostering an environment that encourages growth, teamwork, and community engagement.

**Duties/Functions**
- Assisting the Director in designing and leading various sports programs, ensuring they are engaging, inclusive, and enriching.
- Organizing and promoting events to maximize youth participation and community involvement.
- Assisting with the operational needs of facilities, including setup/breakdown, and multi-tasking during events.
- Assist the Director in development and executing program curriculums that engage and challenge participants.
- Expand our community reach through proactive promotion and registration of new participants.
- Assist in all aspects of any event operations from setup to breakdown, ensuring high standards and smooth execution.
- Provide operational support across the facility as needed, including tasks like managing concessions, equipment setup/break down, working front desk, etc.

**Site Qualifications**
- Availability during after-school hours and weekends.
- Physical ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
- Passion for sports and youth development.
- Professional demeanor with a positive, energetic attitude.
- Commitment to personal fitness and ongoing education.
- Reliable, punctual, and great communicator.
- Flexible schedule availability, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Additionally, the Up2Us AmeriCorps Coach will:

- Encourage participants to gain and develop life skills, knowledge, and techniques through sport,

using lessons learned at Up2Us Sports’ best in class training events.
- Perform data collection activities, as directed by your Up2Us Sports Program Manager.
- Act as a role model, gaining the respect and trust of the community and youth served.

Up2Us AmeriCorps Coaches must complete the following requirements to ensure successful completion of
the AmeriCorps program:

- Completion of the minimum required hours of service and training by last day of coach contract.
- Attendance at the Up2Us Coach orientation.
- Completion of bi-weekly timesheets.
- Attendance at days of community service.
- Attend/participate in Up2Us Sports trainings, meetings, and special initiatives.
- Attend Coach Training Institute (date to be announced by Program Manager).

Uniform Policy:
Coaches must wear Up2Us Sports branded t-shirts provided by Up2Us Sports with AmeriCorps logo when
coaching and at program sessions and events.

Eligibility & Qualifications
- AmeriCorps is open to U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have, or be working towards High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Must have access to reliable transportation.
- Successful completion of criminal history background checks.
- Ability to perform all job requirements satisfactorily.
- Other requirements as required.

Living Allowance: $9,000.00
Education Award: $3,447.50
- Living allowance amount is contingent upon the completion of the service term as outlined in the Coach Contract.

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