AmeriCorps Emerging Leaders Program Facilitator TQT (YP)

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps

Virginia (MN)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 26,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Training

Education award

Job summary

AmeriCorps STEM Robotics Clubs Facilitator will run after‑school robotics clubs for high school seniors, mentoring through college and financial aid processes, and coordinating a fall competition.

Responsibilities include planning activities, surveys, inventory, and supporting volunteers, with outreach to schools and community partners throughout the year.

Qualifications

Mentoring and guiding high school students in STEM activities.
Strong communication and public speaking for volunteers and students.
Ability to work in teams and lead youth development initiatives.

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.
Mentor high school seniors weekly through college, financial aid, and scholarship applications.
Assist with the organization of youth events.
Assist with ELP marketing and outreach efforts.

Skills

Mentoring

Public Speaking

Team Work

Communication

Youth Development

Community Outreach

Teaching/Tutoring

Computers/Technology

Leadership

Problem Solving

Tools

Robotics Kits

Laptops

Curriculum Software

Job description

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.

Member Duties :

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.

Program Benefits :