Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $2,000 per Month
Position Summary: The AmeriCorps Member will play a vital role in supporting high-quality programming across multiple sites by assisting with instructional activities, site logistics, and program operations. This service position involves a blend of hands-on supportsuch as working directly with students (either in-school tutoring or afterschool programming), organizing materials, working with school partners and running dismissalas well as behind-the-scenes responsibilities like coordinating with site staff, gathering supplies, and maintaining accurate program data. This role requires flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to serving youth in a safe, engaging, and supportive environment. It is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people while also building your resume, strengthening your leadership skills, and developing meaningful professional networks.
About Kid Power: At Kid Power, youth ignite their confidence and build the skills to thrive academically, strengthen their social-emotional wellness, and advocate for themselves and their communities.
Founded in 2002, Kid Power is a community-rooted nonprofit that empowers over 1,000 youth annually across Washington, DC. With an annual budget of $2.2 million, our evidence-based programs focus on academic confidence, social-emotional wellness, and civic leadership. We value collaboration, community-building, and youth voice in everything we do.
Schedule: This full-time position requires 40 hours per week during Kid Power Program Operations, with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 10 AM - 6 PM. To effectively engage with our community, evening and occasional weekend hours are essential. This role requires work at multiple locations including Kid Power offices, school site locations and additional in-person community activities as needed to fulfill your responsibilities. This flexible schedule allows you to immerse yourself in both office and community environments, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact.
This is a position with a service term of up to one year. The service term will end on August 31st, 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Support & Student Engagement
- Assist with behavior management to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
- Support special events and programming including family engagement events, youth ambassadors and other activities.
- Serve as a Substitute Instructor or tutor as needed to ensure consistent student support.
Logistics & Site Operations
- Assist with daily site-level logistics, including setup, organization, and clean-up of materials.
- Move, lift, clean, and organize program materials and equipment.
- Gather necessary logistical supplies such as snacks, walkie-talkies, and other resources for site activities.
- Travel between program sites to support operations, events, and instructional needs.
- Run and support student dismissal to ensure a safe and orderly process.
Communications & Coordination
- Serve as a liaison with school staff to support scheduling, resource needs, and program delivery.
- Capture and share student mission moments, highlights, and impactful quotes to celebrate progress and success.
- Collect and organize content from sites, including photos and stories for program communications.
- Create monthly newsletters for programs including highlights and information for both families and partners.
Data & Administrative Support
- Input instructional and oversight data into spreadsheets and data management systems accurately and on time.
- Print, assemble, and prepare instructor packets and program materials.
- Transport materials between sites to ensure timely availability.
Skills and Qualifications
- Passionate about youth development
- High School Diploma or GED
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours (after-school and occasional weekends)
- Proficiency in Google Workspace Applications
- Organized, self-motivated, and solution-oriented
- Willingness to undergo required background clearances for working with youth
- Access to reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 year degree OR comparable work experience
- Proficiency in Spanish
- Experience with case management software tools
- Familiarity with the DC community
- Experience supervising interns or part-time staff
- Access to a vehicle for transporting materials
Benefits & Compensation
- $2,000/month Stipend, payroll twice per month
- $150 Health Insurance Stipend
- $50 Travel Stipend
- Segal Education Award for a completed year of service: $7,395
- Flexible holiday schedule
- Annual budget for professional development
- Supportive team culture with mission-driven impact
Kid Power, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
We accept applications on a rolling basis and strongly recommend applying early for priority consideration.