Description
CAA Coaches serving through AmeriCorps must complete their assigned term of service listed above not to exceed a 12 month period. During the term of service, the Coach will serve in a direct service role.
The Urban Squash Cleveland AmeriCorps CAA Coach position will primarily serve students grades 5-12, through weekly programming, tournament trips, academic trips, and summer programming.
• The Coach will assist the Squash Director with squash and athletic programming.
• The Coach will plan and facilitate programming and activities as assigned.
• The Coach will act as a chaperone and coach for in-town and out-of-town tournaments and academic trips.
• The Coach will communicate with parents and students about scheduling, invitations to tournaments, and more.
• The Coach will assist mentors and mentees to connect and participate in the first year of the Urban Squash Cleveland Mentor Program.
• The Coach will help provide transportation to special events for students as able.
Additionally, the AmeriCorps CAA 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 such as directed by your CAA Program Manager
• Act as a role model, gaining the respect and trust of the community and youth served
CAA 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 CAA orientation
• Completion of twice monthly America Learns reflection logs at an 80% level or higher
• Completion of timesheets
• Attendance at a day of service
• Attend/participate in CAA trainings, meetings, and special initiatives
• Attend Coach Training Institute (date to be announced by CAA Program Manager)
Uniform Policy:
Coaches must wear CAA branded t-shirts provided by Up2Us Sports with CAA and AmeriCorps logos when coaching and at program sessions and events
CAA Coaches serving through AmeriCorps must complete their assigned term of service listed above not to exceed a 12 month period. During the term of service, the Coach will serve in a direct service role.
The Urban Squash Cleveland AmeriCorps CAA Coach position will primarily serve students grades 5-12, through weekly programming, tournament trips, academic trips, and summer programming.
• The Coach will assist the Squash Director with squash and athletic programming.
• The Coach will plan and facilitate programming and activities as assigned.
• The Coach will act as a chaperone and coach for in-town and out-of-town tournaments and academic trips.
• The Coach will communicate with parents and students about scheduling, invitations to tournaments, and more.
• The Coach will assist mentors and mentees to connect and participate in the first year of the Urban Squash Cleveland Mentor Program.
• The Coach will help provide transportation to special events for students as able.
Additionally, the AmeriCorps CAA 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 such as directed by your CAA Program Manager
• Act as a role model, gaining the respect and trust of the community and youth served
CAA 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 CAA orientation
• Completion of twice monthly America Learns reflection logs at an 80% level or higher
• Completion of timesheets
• Attendance at a day of service
• Attend/participate in CAA trainings, meetings, and special initiatives
• Attend Coach Training Institute (date to be announced by CAA Program Manager)
Uniform Policy:
Coaches must wear CAA branded t-shirts provided by Up2Us Sports with CAA and AmeriCorps logos when coaching and at program sessions and events
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Living Allowance
$500
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$700 monthly
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Living allowance, Training
Education Benefits
College Degree
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Certifications or Qualifications
• AmeriCorps is open to U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents.
• Members must be 18 years old.
• Members must have, or be working toward a High School diploma, GED or its equivalent.
• Squash experience strongly preferred.
• Members must have a valid drivers license.
• Members must have experience working with youth.
• Members must successfully pass state and federal background checks.
• Members must be able to prioritize tasks and adhere to deadlines.
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Subject to criminal background check