Urban Youth Ministry Intern (After School Program Coordinator)

This AmeriCorps position will assist with a K-8th grade after school program based in a church or faith-based organization, serving through mentoring, providing basic technology activities, coordinating volunteers, and providing overall support.

A typical day of work for the After School Program Coordinator involves preparing lessons and activities for the participating youth, assisting them with their homework, leading lessons activities (especially with regard to technology), supervising their snack and outdoor play sessions, supervising volunteers, assisting with behavior management, keeping accurate records on program participants, soliticing and managing in-kind donations, and assisting the Site Director in the day-to-day administration of the program.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years old
• Must have a high school  degree or equivalent (GED)
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States
• Specific qualifications vary by position but generally applicants should have good people skills, ability to work with children, and have a desire to learn
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and the Internet desired
• Applicants with experience working with Black and Latino communities or non-profit/community/faith-based organizations are strongly encouraged to apply
• Accepted applicants must follow all federal and AmeriCorps guidelines with respect to faith during official AmeriCorps hours

Benefits:

• A basic living stipend for the year of at least $11,400, which is disbursed bi-weekly
• Health insurance (see the AmeriCorps Benefit Explanation and the Plan 1 Information Summary (both PDFs))
• At end of year, an educational award of $4,725 to pay off past student loans or future educational expenses
• Federal student loan deferment or forbearance
• Childcare, if eligible (for more information, see NACCRRA's website)
• AmeriCorps benefits do not affect eligibility to continue receiving government assistance, such as food stamps
• Possible rental assistance

For more information or to apply, please visit: www.techmissioncorps.org