AmeriCorps Emerging Leaders Program STEM Robotics- (YP)

The clubs meet weekly, 1.5 hours/session, throughout the school year to work through the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 curriculum, which has been vetted by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy and aligns with Common Core standards. At the end of the first 11 weeks, teams showcase their acquired skills and knowledge in a friendly competition. They will also lead the STEM Robotics Competition team as they participate in local/regional tournaments in the fall. Additionally, the AmeriCorps STEM Robotics Clubs Facilitator mentors up to 8 high school seniors (College Preparation and Civic Engagement) students throughout the school year. Member Duties Plan and conduct after-school Robotics Club activities. Prepare, administer, and report results of pre- and post-surveys to measure students’ progress. Maintain inventory and keep robotics laptops, curriculum software, and robot kits in working order. Train and support ELP STEM Robotics volunteers. Maintain and report accurate participant and volunteer data (attendance, progress, completion), and keep track of the program’s expenses for meals and supplies. Plan and conduct a robotics competition at the end of the program. Serve one‑on‑one with high school seniors to mentor them through the college, financial aid, and scholarship application process on a weekly basis, during the full academic year. Assist with the organization of youth events. Assist with ELP marketing and outreach efforts (students, mentors, and volunteers). Engage community partners in supporting ELP activities, including middle and high school administrators as well as college admissions staff. Program Benefits Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Stipend . Terms Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas Children/Youth , Technology , Entrepreneur/Business , Community Outreach , Community and Economic Development , Education . Skills Communications , Teaching/Tutoring , Recruitment , General Skills , Education , Writing/Editing , Public Speaking , Computers/Technology , Youth Development , Team Work , Conflict Resolution , Leadership , Community Organization , Counseling . Program Type AmeriCorps State / National Program AmeriCorps Emerging Leaders Program STEM Robotics- (YP) Program Start/End Date 09/21/2026 - 08/31/2027 Work Schedule Part Time Education level Associates degree (AA) Age Requirement Minimum: 20 Maximum: 65 Program Locations VIRGINIA Washington/Baltimore Languages English Accepting Applications From 07/27/2026 To 08/14/4046 Contact Joy Harvey 2110 Washington Blvd. Arlington VA 22204 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Listing ID 130344 #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps