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Available Coaching Opportunities 

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After-School Programs - Various Sports 

Youth Enrichment Services - Boston, MA

Americorps Coach with Up2Us Sports and YES Activity Captain Job Description 

Youth Enrichment Services (YES) is a nonprofit that provides Boston youth with new outdoor experiences, confidence-building activities, and leadership programs. YES offers youth year-round involvement that promotes physical & mental activity and guidance toward positive development. Learn more about us at www.yeskids.org. 

Up2Us Sports is a coalition of more than 1,390 nonprofit organizations that believe in the power of sports to fight childhood obesity, end academic failure, and reduce gang participation. Up2Us Coach is a national coach/mentor program that places, trains, and supports coaches to provide meaningful experiences to more than 284,000 youth in a variety of sports programs nationwide. 

AmeriCorps works hand in hand with local partners to take on the challenges facing our nation. Up2Us Sports is a proud member of the AmeriCorps community. AmeriCorps members are not employees of the Program or of the federal government. As such, "a participant (Americorps member) shall not be an employee of the Program in which the participant is enrolled". Moreover, members may not perform an employee's duties or displace employees and are not eligible for unemployment compensation. 

Position Overview 

YES is hiring two part-time (16-20 hours/week) positions who are responsible for a range of activities related to program execution with a focus on direct service with youth ages 6-18. The Up2Us Coaches will spend time in the field with groups mid-week and some weekends year-round. 

Scope of Work & Responsibilities 

• Support track and field program: lead volunteer coaches and youth participants 

• Provide direct service to Boston youth using outdoor activities (rock climbing, hiking, biking, paddle sports, skiing and snowboarding) as a vehicle to build confidence and leadership skills. 

• Coach groups of youth in sports-based youth development programs 

• Support program promotion, recruitment, registration, attendance, and surveys 

• Provide group/behavior management, ensure safety and lead goal setting for youth in programs.

• Build trusting relationships with YES partners, families, and community members. 

• 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 

Requirements & Competencies 

• Completion of the minimum required hours of service/training by last day of contract 

• Positive role model, able to gain the respect and trust of the community and youth served 

• High school Diploma, some post-secondary course work preferred 

• 2+ years of experience working with children in an education, camp or similar setting 

• Desire to work outside and an interest in outdoor adventure 

• Enthusiastic self-motivator, able to problem solve. 

• Passion for the YES mission to create opportunities for urban youth; cultural competence 

• Completion of data collection plan and bi-weekly reflection logs & timesheets 

• Attend/participate in Up2Us Sports trainings/orientations, meetings, and special events/initiatives

• Valid Driver’s license with a clean driving record 

• Service commitment to begin in August 2023 and end August 2024 

Compensation 

• Coaches receive a stipend of $9,000 for the year paid out bi-weekly through Up2Us. 

• Education award (used for academic purposes only) of $3,447.50 upon completion of service 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply online at www.yeskids.org/apply to be considered for the position.

Let's Get Movin' - Boston, MA

Let's Get Movin' Up2Us Coach

Founded in 1970, the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC) provides care to more than 70,000 patients in East Boston and the neighboring communities. Our diverse, low-income, medically underserved community has one of the largest Latino populations in Massachusetts. Many families are first-generation immigrants, and over half of East Boston households are primarily non-English. EBNHC provides services regardless of socioeconomic status, insurance status, race, language, or culture. Let's Get Movin' (LGM) was founded by EBNHC in 2005 to address rising rates of pediatric obesity in the local community. LGM is a multifaceted lifestyle change program which focuses on helping children, teens and their families adopt healthier lifestyles, with a particular focus on physical activity and nutrition. LGM optimizes the impact of scarce program resources by targeting most of its effort toward children diagnosed by EBNHC pediatricians as overweight or obese. LGM's program components are based on best practices from the medical, nutrition, and public health communities. We work not only with individual children, but also in coordination with their families, schools, and the community at large to support healthier lifestyles.

Member Duties : Promote the development of a healthy lifestyle through the development and delivery of physical activity programming and nutrition education for youth during and after school. Develop mentoring relationships with program participants to provide opportunities to reinforce leading a healthy lifestyle. Assist in the running of family physical activity programming. Maintain documentation of program efforts and participation. Assist with fitness testing and program evaluation. Plan field trips for Let's Get Movin' youth to introduce children to resources both in their neighborhood and surrounding communities. Field trips engage children physically while introducing them to people, places, and activities they may not otherwise be exposed to. Create fliers and maintain field trip resource database.

Program Benefits : Living Stipend ($20,399), Education award ($6,895) upon successful completion of service, Health Coverage, Training.

Terms : 1 Full Time Position (1700 total hours - approximately 35-40 hours per week).

Service Areas : Community and Economic Development, Community Outreach, Children/Youth, Health.

Skills : Team Work, Communications, Youth Development, Leadership, General Skills. 


For more information, please contact Kathleen Field at Fieldk@ebnhc.org or complete the application above. 

Belafonte TACOLCY Center- Miami, FL (Liberty City) 

Belafonte TACOLCY Center offers a wide array of sports programs which consist of football, cheerleading, basketball, track & field, and soccer and engages more than 400 youth and volunteers annually. Their program teaches discipline and team work, encourages social and cultural awareness, and serves as an alternative to risky behavior that is so prevalent among the young population in the Liberty City area.

Belafonte TACOLCY is seeking seven Up2Us coaches serving through AmeriCorps. These coaches will coach one or two of the sports programs listed above, which consist of daily practices, games on weekends, and events at the TACOLCY Center and with Up2Us Sports. 

Position Details: 


For more information please contact Natasha Nienhuis, nnienhuis@up2ussports.org

Intentional Sports- Chicago, IL 

Intentional Sports is a non-profit organization that stands committed to providing quality sports opportunities and health and wellness activities for everyone, leveraging a best-in-class athletic facility in the heart of Chicago. Intentional Sports offers a varity of sports and afterschool activities such as, soccer, football, basketball, volleyball, lacrosse, baseball, softball, futsal, pickleball, esports, arts, music, dance, theater, film production, nutrition, character development, and more…

Intentional Sports is seeking 5 Up2Us coaches serving through AmeriCorps. This role will be an exciting challenge with a variety of responsibilities. We are looking for an assistant soccer coach to help us provide high-level training and character-building opportunities to youth athletes of all ages and skill levels as we strive to build our academy from the ground up. 

Essential Functions: 

Position Details: 


For more information please contact Frank Nares, fnares@up2ussports.org.

The Y of Central Maryland Volunteer (Holabird Elementary/Middle School) -  Baltimore, MD


Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves.

If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

As an Up2Us Sports Coach at the Y in Central MD  you’ll be an important part of a mission-driven, charitable organization that helps children, adults, families, and communities achieve more in all aspects of life. You will deliver physical activity and additional assistance as needed at Holabird Elementary/Middle School.  You will maintain and organize all equipment and program resources. You will support planning, set up, clean up, and implementation to ensure a high-level of quality programming and participant experience. As an Up2Us Sports Coach you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by creating experiences that help people feel a greater sense of health and well-being, purpose, acceptance and belonging.

This work is right for you if you have:

• A love of sports and people

• A desire to help & encourage others to have fun with sports

• Prior experience working with school-age children

• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates

Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.  The Y provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.


https://us60.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/ymaryland/Posting/View/12788


The Y of Central Maryland Volunteer (Walter P Carter Elementary/Middle School) -  Baltimore, MD


Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves.

If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

As an Up2Us Sports Coach at the Y in Central MD  you’ll be an important part of a mission-driven, charitable organization that helps children, adults, families, and communities achieve more in all aspects of life. You will deliver physical activity and additional assistance as needed at Walter P Carter Elementary/Middle School.  You will maintain and organize all equipment and program resources. You will support planning, set up, clean up, and implementation to ensure a high-level of quality programming and participant experience. As an Up2Us Sports Coach you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by creating experiences that help people feel a greater sense of health and well-being, purpose, acceptance and belonging.

This work is right for you if you have:

• A love of sports and people

• A desire to help & encourage others to have fun with sports

• Prior experience working with school-age children

• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates

Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.  The Y provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.


https://us60.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/ymaryland/Posting/View/12789


The Y of Central Maryland Volunteer (Johnston Square Elementary) -  Baltimore, MD


Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves.

If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

As an Up2Us Sports Coach at the Y in Central MD  you’ll be an important part of a mission-driven, charitable organization that helps children, adults, families, and communities achieve more in all aspects of life. You will deliver physical activity and additional assistance as needed at Johnston Square Elementary.  You will maintain and organize all equipment and program resources. You will support planning, set up, clean up, and implementation to ensure a high-level of quality programming and participant experience. As an Up2Us Sports Coach you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by creating experiences that help people feel a greater sense of health and well-being, purpose, acceptance and belonging.

This work is right for you if you have:

• A love of sports and people

• A desire to help & encourage others to have fun with sports

• Prior experience working with school-age children

• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates

Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.  The Y provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.


https://us60.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/ymaryland/Posting/View/12790



Baseball/Softball Programs

Miami Marlins Foundation - Miami, FL

The Miami Marlins Foundation makes an impact by creating opportunities for youth to stay active, achieve academic success, and build leadership skills. Our wellness programs address barriers that students face with academic success, food insecurity, healthy eating habits, and fitness. In the area of empowerment, we focus on college scholarships, leadership development and providing educational resources to students and teachers. Our youth baseball & softball programs promote learning baseball and softball fundamentals and support social and emotional learning that builds champions on and off the field.

This positions call for a coach to work with the Marlins Jr. RBI League, Marlins RBI Program, and Major League Baseball Youth Initiatives, as well as Up2Us Sports training and events. The position will begin January 2, 2023 and end September 20, 2023. Coaches will coach approximately 15 hours per week to meet the hour requirements of a 450 hour service term. 

Position Requirements: 


For more information please contact Natasha Nienhuis at nnienhuis@up2ussports.org or complete the application above. 

In-School Programs - Various Sports 

ReNew Schaumburg Elementary- New Orleans, LA

Up2Us Sports is partnering with ReNew Schaumburg Elementary in New Orleans, LA to hire 1 Up2Us Sports AmeriCorps coach to co-facilitate recess for grades K-8th and support the PE teacher in the 3rd-8th grade PE classes. Coaches will serve a 900 hour service term (about 25 hours per week) starting in August and ending in May. Interested applicants need to have experience working with youth. 

The mission of ReNEW Schaumburg is to develop within our students the academic and social-emotional abilities necessary to be successful at any top-performing high school in the country, so that they can thrive in our 21st century economy and be leaders in their local communities. Schaumburg services youth from grades pre-K to 8th grade.

For more information please contact Jerita Mitchell at jmitchell@up2ussports.org or complete the application above. 

Firstline Langston Hughes Academy- New Orleans, LA

Up2Us Sports is partnering with Firstline Langston Hughes Academy in New Orleans, LA to hire 1 Up2Us Sports AmeriCorps coaches to assist with lower and upper school PE classes during the school day. Coaches will serve a 900 hour service term (about 25 hours per week) starting in August and ending in May. Interested applicants need to have experience working with youth and have an interest in working in a school-based organization. 

Langston Hughes Academy is a public charter school located in the Fairgrounds neighborhood of New Orleans. We teach pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. The mission of Langston Hughes Academy is to provide all scholars with the knowledge, skills, and character traits necessary to succeed in high school, college, and the world beyond.

For more information please contact Jerita Mitchell at jmitchell@up2ussports.org or complete the application above. 

Running Programs 

Soccer Programs 

South Bronx United - Bronx, NY

Up2Us Coach-Mentor (FT & PT Opportunties Available)

SCOPE
South Bronx United is seeking energetic individuals with a passion for youth development and sports to join the Up2Us Coaching program. Each South Bronx United Up2Us member will serve as the mentor and head or assistant soccer coach for a youth team, after-school program, or community soccer program in the South Bronx. Up2Us members will have an additional focus area, either helping with coordination and coaching or assisting with coordination and program delivery of the SBU After School Tutoring/College Prep Programs. Up2Us members will have the gain professional experience and skills in the fields of education, teaching, counseling, and coaching while working in a growing sports-based youth development nonprofit organization.

The full time position requires 35-40 hours a week. A part-time position is available and requires approximately 15-20 hours/week. A living stipend will be offered in accordance with the Up2Us position policies (see details below). Those who complete the year have been considered for other staff and coaching positions at SBU, but opportunities for employment are not guaranteed.

In addition to site-specific duties at South Bronx United, members are also responsible for the following Up2Us program requirements: Completing timesheets; Attending the Up2Us National Coaching Institute, Attending professional development and training seminars every other month; Reflecting on their work in guided reflection logs; and Participating in a National Day of Service

The Up2Us program is an intense experience and members are asked to go above and beyond each and every day at their hosts site (South Bronx United). Being a part of the Up2Us program connects members both with their local communities and a larger national movement of people dedicated to serving youth through sports. Up2Us positions are offered in conjunction with the AmeriCorps or Office of Juvenile Justice mentorship programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES
As a coach-mentor, the Up2Us member will:

Depending on the program, coach-mentors may also:

SCHEDULE
The term of service runs one year: late August - late August. The following hours are approximate, times may change slightly

COMPENSATION
Coaches will receive a living stipend for their service over the course of 12 months as well as a bonus upon successful completion of their one year term of service. All HR related matters are handled by Up2Us. Learn more about the Up2Us program at https://www.up2us.org/become-a-coach.
**Those working full time will receive approximately $20,399 and a $6,895 educational award**

**Those working part-time time will receive approximately $9,000 and a $3,447.50 educational award** 

QUALIFICATIONS
Enthusiastic to work with youth, committed to holistic youth development with a strong knowledge of soccer. Previous coaching experience is not a necessity. Coach/Mentors with an Academic Focus should have a strong academic background and feel comfortable with SAT level math and English. Coach must also be a us citizen or permanent resident.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply, email info@southbronxunited.org with a cover letter and resume.

Uptown Soccer - New York, NY

Up2Us Sports is partnering with Uptown Soccer in New York, NY to hire 1 Up2Us Sports AmeriCorps coach to coach their drop-in training programs, school based programs and recreational leagues for under-served youth in Northern Manhattan. We are looking for 1 coach to serve a 900 hour service term (about 20 hours per week) starting in August 2022 and ending in August 2023

Up2Us coach will work with specific teams in our recreational league, as well as working with youth in our drop-in program and school-based programs. Coaches will be responsible for planning sessions, delivering age appropriate practices and coaching games in our recreational league.

Coach Qualifications: 

For more information please contact Kevin Kimiadi at kkimiadi@up2ussports.org or complete the application above.

Soccer Without Borders- Greeley, CO

Soccer Without Borders is partnering with Up2Us sports. Soccer Without Borders is looking for dynamic full time Coach-Mentors (1700 hours) to serve at Soccer Without Borders’ sports-based youth development programs in Greeley, Colorado. 


Coach-Mentors bring the Soccer Without Borders mission to life every day through their work on and off the field, delivering quality programming and engaging in authentic community-building. The Coach-Mentors will be part of an innovative and inclusive organization that is made up of a passionate group of people who are united by the shared belief that sport can positively shape the lives of youth.


Coach Qualifications 


If you’re interested in the position or for more information, please contact Darian Mack, dmack@up2ussports.org or complete the application above. 

SQuash Programs 

Squashwise - Baltimore, MD

We are seeking squash players, athletes, or coaches who want to join our team as the Up2Us Sports/High School

Squash Coordinator. The Coordinator leads a thriving squash/sports/fitness and

wellness program with a good balance of hard work, competitiveness, and fun, meeting the needs of

squash players of various levels of play and interest. The Coordinator plans and coaches high school

squash/sports/fitness and wellness programming and assists with planning matches, tournaments,

camps, and clinics. The Coordinator supports students to make positive decisions and achieve their

goals. The Coordinator tracks student progress, actively communicates with teachers and

parents/guardians, leads field trips, and recruits and manages volunteer coaches. This position reports

to the Director of Squash. While squash experience is a plus, candidates with other sports and coaching

experience are welcome to apply; SquashWise will provide training in squash as needed.


KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Direct Service (75%): The High School Squash Coordinator plans and coaches all high school

squash/sports/fitness and wellness programming and assists with planning squash matches,

tournaments, camps, and clinics.

● Plan goal-oriented fitness and wellness lessons for students at a variety of levels and

interests

● Lead fun and effective squash/fitness/racquet sport sessions that promote proper

movement mechanics and healthy activity among high school students

● Build caring, supportive, meaningful relationships with students

● Participate in new student recruitment and squash tryout sessions

● Participate in community outreach and engagement activities as needed

● Support squash tournament selections and enrollment for high school students

● Accompany students to tournaments/trips and plan and implement weekend squash

activities


● Assist with driving students to and from program activities as needed

● Encourage participants to gain and develop life skills, knowledge, and techniques

through sport

● Act as a role model, earning respect and trust of the community and youth served

● Participate in pre-and post-program logistics, including waiting with students for their

rides from the program and ensuring a safe and orderly dismissal process


2) Program Support (25%)

● Plan and work collaboratively with High School Academic Coordinator to ensure

alignment between fitness/squash and educational program activities

● Participate in the sports and fitness planning as part of the Squash Department team

● Track student attendance, timeliness, and preparation daily

● Maintain equipment and ensure that squash and fitness spaces are organized and

inspiring

● Other projects as assigned


ABOUT YOU


● Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident

● Must have a High School Diploma or GED

● Must be 20 years or older

● Must have a high school or college athletic experience

● Experience working with youth a plus

● Squash experience (preferred but not required)

● Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities in a high performing, fast-paced

environment

● Excellent verbal and writing communication skills, time management, and organizational

skills

● Flexible, proactive, take initiative, and problem-solve

● CPR/First Aid and AED certification (SquashWise will provide)

● Must have a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience

● Must pass a criminal history background check and driving record check


This is a UP2US Coach AmeriCorps term of service. The position is full-time and year-long, beginning

August 2021 and ending July 2022.


SquashWise is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and welcoming workplace

environment, free of discrimination and harassment. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures,

perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce and community.

To apply send your resume and cover letter to accounts@baltimoresquashwise.org


Tennis Programs

Gainesville Tennis Association- Gainesville, FL

Gainesville Tennis Association is seeking two Half-time (900 hour) coaches to serve youth during their after-school program by teaching them Tennis fundamentals and technique, as well as lead other activities lead through the program (i.e., homework help, community engagement, etc.). Coaches would serve approximately 20 hours per week starting 1/1/23 - 12/20/23.

The AIM Afterschool program is provided by Aces In Motion provides a safe, structured and enriching space for middle and high school age youth during the out-of-school time hours of 3:00pm-6:00pm.


Position Requirements: 


Wrestling Programs