What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time- Summer 2026 AmeriCorps Member position at AmeriCorps?
At Chicago HOPES for Kids, we dedicate ourselves to advancing children's education and empowerment by providing academic support, mentorship, and basic needs services. We have been supporting students experiencing homelessness academically for over a decade, and we proudly support over 325 students annually. Our three key program components include homework help, individual literacy support, and enrichment activities, all rooted in Social-Emotional Learning and Trauma-informed practices. Our programs, operating 2-4 times a week, 2-2 1/2 hours per session, are held at various sites across Chicago throughout the year, following a semester schedule. Programs include Fall (September to mid-December), Winter/Spring (January to end of May), and Summer (June to early August), all coordinated from our central office at 318 W. Adams St, Suite 600C, Chicago, IL 60606.
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Member Duties : 100-hour Part-time Corps Members serve 8 hours weekly during the Spring 2026 semester ONLY. Duties involve direct service at a program site from Monday to Thursday, Friday morning virtual meetings, and community outreach. Members are required to be at the program site two days a week with afternoon and early evening availability, and serve on the designated program site's leadership team. On-site responsibilities include assisting with homework, individualized literacy support, conducting reading assessments, and supporting Site Coordinators in leading enrichment activities.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Transportation Stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms
None
Service Areas
Community Outreach , Education , Homelessness , Housing , Children/Youth .
Skills
Fine Arts/Crafts , Youth Development , Leadership , Team Work , Education , Teaching/Tutoring .
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Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Part Time- Summer 2026 AmeriCorps Member
Program Start/End Date
06/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
Work Schedule Summer
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations ILLINOIS Chicago
Accepting Applications
From 03/02/2026 To 05/01/2026
Contact Jen Harden-Finn
318 W Adams St
Chicago IL 60606
7738751249
jen@chicagohopesforkids.org
www.chicagohopesforkids.org
Listing ID 128722
Further help on this page can be found by clicking here .
Member Duties : 100-hour Part-time Corps Members serve 8 hours weekly during the Spring 2026 semester ONLY. Duties involve direct service at a program site from Monday to Thursday, Friday morning virtual meetings, and community outreach. Members are required to be at the program site two days a week with afternoon and early evening availability, and serve on the designated program site's leadership team. On-site responsibilities include assisting with homework, individualized literacy support, conducting reading assessments, and supporting Site Coordinators in leading enrichment activities.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Transportation Stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms
None
Service Areas
Community Outreach , Education , Homelessness , Housing , Children/Youth .
Skills
Fine Arts/Crafts , Youth Development , Leadership , Team Work , Education , Teaching/Tutoring .
Refine Search
Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Part Time- Summer 2026 AmeriCorps Member
Program Start/End Date
06/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
Work Schedule Summer
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations ILLINOIS Chicago
Accepting Applications
From 03/02/2026 To 05/01/2026
Contact Jen Harden-Finn
318 W Adams St
Chicago IL 60606
7738751249
jen@chicagohopesforkids.org
www.chicagohopesforkids.org
Listing ID 128722