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ORGANIZATION: Positive Coaching Alliance
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About Us
Coaching Corps is leading the field in how sports can be used to improve health, educational, and social outcomes for kids, and we are excited to spearhead a national movement of volunteer service on behalf of youth through sports.
Position Overview
We are seeking highly energetic, passionate, outgoing, and committed students to serve as Team Captains. This fellowship is an opportunity for you to create positive social change by recruiting and supporting volunteer coaches, who will develop deep and meaningful relationships with kids in after-school sports programs. As a Team Captain, you will develop your leadership skills while engaging communities through the transformative power of coaching. Plus, you’ll receive weekly mentorship from Coaching Corps staff throughout your academic year of service. Are you ready to join us in changing the game for kids?
Qualifications
* Experience working with youth
* Candidates with coaching experience is a preference, especially within Coaching Corps
* Exceptional ability to recruit and engage volunteers
* Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
* Must be a motivating and supportive individual
* Highly organized and proactive
Commitment
* Hold position for academic year (semester: August - May)
* Serve a minimum of 8 hours per week
* Coach at least 1 season for 8-10 weeks
* Participate in pre-retreat orientation (virtually), attend July 26- July 28 retreat (in California), monthly professional
development activities, and weekly in-person check-ins with supervisor.
Responsibilities
* Recruit volunteer coaches who are serving kids in their local community
* Assist with the management of volunteer coaches
* Act as a proactive ambassador of the Coaching Corps organization
* Complete end-of-season evaluations and a two-page reflection paper at the end of your service
Benefits
* Provide opportunities for kids living in underserved communities to play sports
* Network with other individuals who are committed to social justice
* Develop your skills in community outreach, volunteer management, communications, and database management
* Build your resume and earn letters of recommendation
* Receive a $1000 service award ($500 at the end of the fall and spring seasons)
Application Process
To apply, visit http://bit.ly/TCFellowApp. For questions, contact Regional Manager Simone Berry at
simone.b@coachingcorps.org
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About Positive Coaching Alliance
Location:
66 Franklin St, Suite 300, Oakland, CA 94607, US
Mission Statement
To change the culture of youth sports so that every child, regardless of social or economic circumstance, has access to a positive youth sports experience.
Description
PCA’s vision is to build a world where every child benefits from a positive youth sports experience with a coach who inspires them to become the best version of themselves in the game and in life.
We train coaches and partner with youth sports organizations, parents, sports leaders, and communities to make youth sports more positive, equitable, and accessible to all kids regardless of social or economic circumstances.
For more information, go to positivecoach.org
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1625 W Olympic BlvdLos AngelesLos Angeles, CA 90015
DATE POSTED
April 2, 2019
SKILLS
- Sports Coaching
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Problem Solving
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 8 hours per week
- To apply please complete the online application at https://www.tfaforms.com/4659923