Job Opening: Urban Coordinator, Baltimore, Maryland
Posted May 21, 2012
SquashWise seeks an experienced squash player interested in public service through the Americorps Public Allies Program to be the Squash Coordinator at Baltimore’s urban squash and education program. SquashWise is a unique youth development program providing long-term academic and social support to public school students in Baltimore City, combining intensive academic tutoring with coaching in the sport of squash. We are based on the very successful model of urban squash & education, popular across the country.
Americorps commitment: This is a ten-month service learning position through the University of Maryland’s Public Allies program, a federally-funded AmeriCorps program. Candidates must be committed to public service and have a desire to learn about leadership in the nonprofit sector. The Public Allies mission is to inspire the next generation of nonprofit leaders. In order to do this, the Public Allies program provides leadership training and service projects throughout the ten-month commitment for its group of 25 motivated Allies. An AmeriCorps stipend would be provided (see below). For more info on Public Allies, see www.publicallies.org
SquashWise commitment: The Squash Coordinator will be responsible for working with 30-40 Baltimore City Students in daily squash programming, fitness activities, tournament planning, and pre/post testing of athletic progress. This is a unique opportunity for a high-level squash player with an interest in youth programming to expand and improve the services of a unique nonprofit. The successful candidate will bring a desire to enrich and motivate urban youth and bring new ideas and experiences to the model of urban squash. Possibilities exist for continued employment at SquashWise after the AmeriCorps commitment, if the candidate is a good fit with the organization and if funding permits.
Job responsibilities: Expand the squash, fitness and nutrition curriculum, including teambuilding exercises and lessons on sportsmanship and athleticism.
Recruit and maintain our team of students from the 4th-6th grades.
Along with the Academic Assistant, meet regularly with school teachers to keep current with student performance at school.
Document progress reports on each student: collect data on student attendance, squash skills, cardiovascular capacity, etc.
Coordinate and chaperone student transportation to and from school for program sessions, including Activity Bus driving (training provided).
Recruit, train and manage squash volunteers for the program.
Communicate with parents/guardians about student performance in SquashWise.
Plan field trips and community service projects.
Build meaningful and lasting relationships with students, teachers and parents by setting regular meetings and phone calls.
Assist the Executive Director and Program Directors with administrative duties as needed.
SquashWise hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10am-6:30pm and half days on Saturdays during the academic year. Additional hourly salary provided for Saturday coaching. AmeriCorps commitment: Spend one weekday (Wednesday) in leadership training sessions with Public Allies, and participate in occasional Saturday service learning projects.
Qualifying Criteria:
Minimum education requirement: B.A. Squash requirement: Squash and coaching skills; college-level varsity experience preferred. Experience working or volunteering in urban squash programs is a plus, but not required.
Desire to commit to public service and work with inner-city youth.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent time management skills.
Experience working with youth, especially urban youth.
Current driver’s license and clean driving record.
Pass a criminal history background check.
Start Date: August 15, 2012
Salary: AmeriCorps stipend of $15,000 plus health benefits and $5,550 education award; income supplementation to compensate for Saturday coaching as hourly employee; Hourly wage commensurate with experience.
How to Apply: Submit resume and cover letter to Abby Markoe, Executive Director (see below). Top candidates will be asked to apply to Public Allies Maryland after initial interview with SquashWise.
Application Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Contact: Abby Markoe, Executive Director, abbym@baltimoresquashwise.org
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