Program Coordinator - AmeriCorps Member

Company: Kid Power Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $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.

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