AmeriCorps! Playworks
Playworks New England is filling AmeriCorps Coach positions in Boston and in Lawrence. Playworks is the leading national nonprofit that uses the power of play to get kids physically active and transform children’s social and emotional health. We believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid and are changing school climates by using the power of safe, fun, and healthy play at school every day. Playworks Coaches are AmeriCorps members. As an AmeriCorps member you will join nearly 300,000 other members and over one million alumni nationally who have committed their time and talents to strengthen communities. Partnership organizations, like Playworks, engage with AmeriCorps members to improve the communities they serve.
This AmeriCorps position would be a great fit for anyone who has graduated high school and is interested in youth development, education, or sports! Playworks Coaches…
- Are placed in a Boston or Lawrence elementary school where they will run the Playworks program
- Create a place for every kid on the playground to feel included, be active, and build valuable social and emotional skills by organizing games during and after school
- Participate in ongoing professional development and learning to advance their career
- Receive a living allowance of $30,200 over their 10-month term of AmeriCorps service, and are eligible to receive the Segal Education Award of $6,195; forbearance of student loans; and medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Interested candidates can apply directly or schedule a time to chat briefly with Morgan Redman to discuss the opportunity: https://calendly.com/morgan-redman/15min