2026 Chicago HOPES for Kids - After School Support Member
AmeriCorps · Chicago, IL · 5 days ago
Business DevelopmentPart-time
About the role
Chicago HOPES for Kids is dedicated to advancing children's education and empowerment through academic support, mentorship, and basic needs services. We support over 325 students annually, providing homework help, individual literacy support, and enrichment activities. Our programs operate 2-4 times a week, 2-2 1/2 hours per session, at various sites across Chicago, following a semester schedule.
Responsibilities
- Serve 5 hours weekly during the Spring 2026 semester ONLY at a program site from Monday to Thursday.
- Conduct Friday morning virtual meetings.
- Engage in community outreach.
- Assist with homework assistance.
- Provide individualized literacy support.
- Conduct reading assessments.
- Support Site Coordinators in leading enrichment activities.
Requirements
None
Qualifications
Minimum age requirement: 18 years old
Skills
- Teaching/Tutoring
- General Skills
- Community Organization
- Education
- Team Work
- Fine Arts/Crafts
- Social Services
- Youth Development
Benefits
- Stipend
- Training
- Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
- Living Allowance
- Education award upon successful completion of service
Terms
- Service Areas: Education, Children/Youth, Homelessness, Community Outreach
Program Locations
- ILLINOIS, Chicago
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Summary: Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program
Start/End Date
09/09/2026 - 12/31/2026
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Contact
Jen Harden-Finn
318 W Adams St
Chicago IL 60606
7738751249
jen@chicagohopesforkids.org
Listing ID
130212