Greater Richmond Fit4Kids
Listed on 2026-08-11
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development
Greater Richmond Fit4
Kids is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving children's health and wellness through increased physical activity and healthy eating. The Fit4
Kids Ameri Corps program provides meaningful service opportunities for individuals who are passionate about working with youth, promoting healthy lifestyles, and creating healthier communities. Members serve primarily in schools and community settings throughout the Richmond region, with a focus on advancing health equity and supporting children and families in under-resourced communities. Ameri Corps members provide direct service through a variety of Fit4
Kids programs, including school and community gardens, Learn to Ride bike education, Game On, Girl!, recess coaching, nutrition education, healthy hydration initiatives, community engagement events, and middle and high school wellness programming. Responsibilities may include leading educational activities, facilitating physical activity, maintaining gardens and bicycles, supporting family engagement initiatives, collecting program data, and assisting with community outreach and volunteer projects. Members should be comfortable working outdoors, engaging with children of all ages, and collaborating with schools and community partners.
Fit4
Kids is recruiting Three Quarter-Time, Half-Time, Reduced Half-Time, Quarter-Time, and Minimum-Time Ameri Corps members for the September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027 service year. Typical service hours are Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with schedules varying by service position. Members receive comprehensive orientation and ongoing professional development covering topics such as classroom management, child abuse prevention, bike safety, garden education, nutrition education, conflict resolution, data collection, leadership development, and career readiness.
Training and professional development will not exceed 20% of total service hours.
Member Duties : Ameri Corps members provide direct service through a variety of Fit4
Kids programs, including school and community gardens, Learn to Ride bike education, Game On, Girl!, recess coaching, nutrition education, healthy hydration initiatives, community engagement events, and middle and high school wellness programming. Responsibilities may include leading educational activities, facilitating physical activity, maintaining gardens and bicycles, supporting family engagement initiatives, collecting program data, and assisting with community outreach and volunteer projects. Members should be comfortable working outdoors, engaging with children of all ages, and collaborating with schools and community partners.
Program Benefits : Training , Mileage reimbursement , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms Permits working at another job during off hours , Uniforms provided and required , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas Community and Economic Development , Public Health Ameri Corps , Education , Health , Children/Youth , Community Outreach , Public Safety .
Skills Computers/Technology , Community Organization , Teaching/Tutoring , First Aid , Youth Development , General Skills , Education , Urban Planning , Team Work , Public Health , Conflict Resolution .
Summary
Program Type:
Ameri Corps State / National
Program Greater Richmond Fit4
Kids
Program Start/End Date
09/01/2026 - 08/31/2027
Work Schedule Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 65
Program Locations VIRGINIA
Contact Jesse Cashin
3900 W Broad St
Richmond VA 23230
Jesse
www.grfit4kids.org
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