AmeriCorp Coordinator

Americorps Program Coordinator

The Ameri Corps Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of the Ameri Corps program at the LAYC Prince George's site. This role centers on managing Ameri Corps members, supporting student development, and ensuring high-quality after-school and summer programming. Key responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment, supervision, training, and professional development of 10 Ameri Corps members. The coordinator will provide ongoing coaching and support to ensure members effectively deliver academic assistance, enrichment activities, and community service programming.

Programming runs Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, and include academic support, enrichment opportunities, and community engagement activities. The coordinator is expected to be actively present during both in-school and after-school components, working closely with Ameri Corps members and After school Coordinators to maintain program quality and student engagement. Additionally, this position may require occasional evening and weekend availability for special events such as graduation ceremonies, community events, and other program activities.

Advance notice will be provided for these occasions. The position also requires coordination of summer programming at both school sites. The summer program operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM throughout the month of July and is fully in-person.

Latin American Youth Center's (LAYC) mission is to empower youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through comprehensive and innovative programs that address youths' social, academic, and career needs. To achieve this mission, LAYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 4,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behavior, and guide youth towards successful adulthood.

We believe in a future where all youth pursue their dreams, reach their goals and acquire the skills and self-confidence to live a life of purpose, connection, contribution and joy.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

In addition to having a friendly work environment, we are pleased to offer the following benefits to our employees.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability and supplemental life insurance
• Matching 401(k) program beginning at hire
• Three weeks' paid vacation leave per year; PTO is accrued, increasing to four weeks with tenure.
• 12 paid holidays per year, 12 days paid sick leave per year and four wellness days. Sick and wellness days are prorated during your first year based on your start date, then available in full in subsequent years.
• Eight weeks paid parental leave, including adoption and foster care.
• Health club discounts.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE

• Oversee daily operations of the Ameri Corps program, ensuring alignment with grant requirements, budget tracking and organizational goals.
• Maintain accurate records, including timesheets, service hours, and member documentation (background checks).
• Ensure compliance with all Ameri Corps policies, performance measures, and reporting deadlines.
• Monitor program outcomes and implement improvements as needed.

AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM LEADERSHIP

• Serve as the lead coordinator for after-school programming at Buck Lodge and William Wirt Middle School, ensuring a safe, structured, and engaging environment for youth and coordinators.
• Design, implement, and oversee academic enrichment, life skills, and recreational activities.
• Supervise Ameri Corps members and staff supporting after-school programming.
• Monitor student participation, behavior, and progress, and communicate with families as needed.
• Ensure programming aligns with youth development best practices and LAYC's mission.

MEMBER RECRUITMENT & ONBOARDING

• Recruit, interview, and select Ameri Corps members reflective of the community served.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation to ensure members understand expectations and responsibilities.

TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Provide ongoing weekly training in youth development, classroom management, and service delivery.
• Support members' professional growth through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.

SUPERVISION & SUPPORT

• Conduct regular check-ins and performance evaluations with Ameri Corps members.
• Conduct weekly meetings with the Ameri Corps members and program coordinators to review site-wide, after school programs, and upcoming…