Youth Sports / PE Fellow at Up2Us Sports in Washington, DC

YOUTH SPORTS / PE FELLOW Location: Washington, District of Columbia Position Summary As a Coach Across America AmeriCorps member serving with Fight For Children, you will help lead before-school sports programming and support morning PE classes at an elementary school in Ward 8 of Washington, DC. You’ll serve alongside experienced educators while receiving training and mentorship as part of a welcoming community of AmeriCorps coaches. Programming will be co-ed and focused on creating positive, inclusive experiences for all students, with intentional efforts to engage girls in sport and physical activity.  About Coach Across America Coach Across America is a national service organization built on the belief that coaches can be among the most transformative adults in young people’s lives. Through one-year AmeriCorps service opportunities, Coach Across America trains and supports coaches serving in schools and community organizations across the country. About Fight For Children Fight For Children is a Washington, DC–based nonprofit working to ensure all young people have access to the benefits of youth sports. The organization supports a coalition of 37 youth sports organizations serving more than 45,000 youth annually across the DC region. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Co-facilitate Early Access to Sports before-school programming for youth with limited prior exposure, focusing on introducing fundamental skills, building confidence, and creating a positive first experience in sports • Support morning PE classes alongside the school’s PE teacher • Assist with planning, setup, and delivery of PE lessons and activities • Support classroom management and student engagement during PE • Assist with equipment organization, set up, and breakdown • Serve as a consistent, positive role model for young people, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment  • Perform program administrative duties, including collecting, tracking, and entering program data such as attendance records, survey responses, consultant time logs, and other school-specific information related to the Early Access to Sports Program • Engage in outreach efforts and assist with school-based activities to expand access to youth sports • Participate in required trainings, professional development opportunities, mentorship, and a community of AmeriCorps coaches and Fight For Children or the DCPS school. • Support Fight For Children program operations and special community events AmeriCorps members must also complete required service hours, trainings, timesheets, data collection, and volunteer activities throughout the term. Anticipated Schedule • Monday-Thursday • 7:00–8:30 a.m.: Early Access to Sports before-school program • 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: School-day support (PE classes, recess, lunch support, etc.) • Friday • 7:00–8:30 a.m.:  Early Access to Sports before-school program • Additional program support and office/project time with Fight For Children - 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • Additional hours may be required for special events or community activities. What You’ll Gain • Hands-on experience in youth sports coaching and physical education • Training in sports-based youth development through a structured cohort model • 1:1 mentorship  • Career readiness for coaching, education, and other pathways • Participation in She Changes the Game, an initiative by Coach Across America and Monumental Sports & Entertainment to build a DC-based hub of coaches dedicated to growing girls’ participation in sport • Fight For Children Coach Education Series Program • Opportunities to learn from and connect with Fight For Children’s network of 37 sports-based youth development organizations across DC Term & Benefits • Term: 10-month AmeriCorps service term (August 2026–June 2027) • Schedule: Half-time (900 hours total) • Hours: Approximately 25 hours/week • Living Allowance: $12,150 (paid biweekly) • Education Award: $3,697.50 upon successful completion of service • Transportation Benefit: $110.00 per month  • Location: Elementary school in Ward 8, Washington, DC Eligibility Requirements • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident • Must be at least 18 years old (or 17 with parental/guardian consent) • Have or be working toward a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent • Interest or basic experience or interest in coaching, youth development, mentoring, physical fitness or education  • Reliable Transportation • Background Check (DCPS, FFC, CAA) • Complete Child Abuse & Neglect Training completion  • Complete all DCPS mandatory trainings  • Complete Fight For Children & Coach Across America onboarding  This position provides valuable hands-on experience and professional development opportunities in coaching, education, and youth development. Participation in the program does not guarantee future employment or a full-time position with either organization.