Help youth achieve their dreams! At Teens Run DC, you will coach students in our running and life skills mentorship program. Great opportunity to make a big impact and play a key role in a growing nonprofit.

Program/Organizational Description

As service corps coach at Teens Run DC, you will improve the wellbeing of underserved youth by facilitating our physical activity and life skills program at a school or community site in Washington, DC. You will help middle/high school students set and achieve running and life goals. You will lead students in physical activity and teach valuable lessons about goal setting, reflection, self-awareness, and mindfulness.

Teens Run DC offers virtual and in person in-school and afterschool programming four days a week. On Saturdays, TRDC’s community meets for a running practice. During the year, TRDC participates in and organizes races and community events, including its own TRDC Mentoring Matters 5K. 

TRDC’s in-school programming includes lunch clubs and elective classes where coaches lead 10-25 students in group exercise and games and teach life skills lessons. Afterschool programming includes run/walk clubs where coaches train groups of 15 students for races and fun runs. TRDC also leads and organizes fitness events at each school. Coaches receive the support of a welcoming and energetic team including the Program Manager, school staff, and other TRDC coaches and staff.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking leadership and initiative in order to accomplish big things. No extensive running experience is required although regular participation in and enjoyment of physical activity will be helpful! The position is ideal for someone who likes leading groups and facilitating lessons, is outgoing and motivational, is committed to social justice and community service, is interested in youth development, is organized, and has excellent interpersonal and communications skills. Experience in youth development, organizing programs and events, and working with diverse populations is desired.

Hours

Full-time:
Mondays- Thursdays from 9am to 5pm; Fridays from 10am to 5pm
Part-time:
Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 5pm; Fridays from 10 am to 5pm

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