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AmeriCorps Emerging Leaders Program Facilitator TQT (YP)

AmeriCorps · Arlington, VA · 4 days ago
Human ResourcesPart-time

About the role

The clubs meet weekly, 1.5 hours/session, throughout the school year to work through the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 curriculum, which has been vetted by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy and aligns with Common Core standards. At the end of the first 11 weeks, teams showcase their acquired skills and knowledge in a friendly competition. They will also lead the STEM Robotics Competition team as they participate in local/regional tournaments in the fall. Additionally, the AmeriCorps STEM Robotics Clubs Facilitator mentors up to 8 high school seniors (College Preparation and Civic Engagement) students throughout the school year.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and conduct after-school Robotics Club activities
  • Prepare, administer, and report results of pre- and post-surveys to measure students’ progress
  • Maintain inventory and keep robotics laptops, curriculum software, and robot kits in working order
  • Train and support ELP STEM Robotics volunteers
  • Maintain and report accurate participant and volunteer data (attendance, progress, completion), and keep track of the program’s expenses for meals and supplies
  • Plan and conduct a robotics competition at the end of the program
  • Serve one-on-one with high school seniors to mentor them through the college, financial aid, and scholarship application process on a weekly basis, during the full academic year
  • Assist with the organization of youth events
  • Assist with ELP marketing and outreach efforts (students, mentors, and volunteers)
  • Engage community partners in supporting ELP activities, including middle and high school administrators as well as college admissions staff

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 20
  • Maximum age: 65
  • Education level: Associates degree (AA)
  • Language: English

Skills

  • General Skills
  • Community Organization
  • Team Work
  • Counseling
  • Business/Entrepreneur
  • Youth Development
  • Recruitment
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Education
  • Communications
  • Public Speaking
  • Non-Profit Management
  • Writing/Editing
  • Social Services
  • Fine Arts/Crafts
  • Leadership
  • Teaching/Tutoring
  • Computers/Technology

Benefits

  • Stipend
  • Training
  • Education award upon successful completion of service

Pay and Schedule

Part-time position, with a work schedule from 09/21/2026 to 08/31/2027. Car recommended, and permits working at another job during off hours and attendance at school during off hours.

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