Program Coordinator

Company Description

Freewheelin'​ Community Bikes (FCB) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping youth, ages 10-22, with life skills through a shared passion for bicycles. Based in Indianapolis, FCB focuses on empowering under-resourced youth by providing accessible bicycles, mentoring opportunities, and programs that promote leadership, self-sufficiency, and community connection. Through initiatives like Earn-a-Bike, Youth Apprenticeship, and a Youth Cycling Team, FCB fosters physical and mental well-being, resilience, and lifelong learning. The organization also operates a retail store that provides job opportunities for youth, offering affordable bicycles and services while supporting the local community.

Purpose: To plan and implement high-quality bicycle programming for youth.

Required Hours: Part Time/Hourly

· School Year: 20-30 hours/week; Tuesday – Saturday

 Summer: 30- 35 hours/week; Monday-Friday

Job Description

●       Coordinate and provide oversight in the delivery of all youth programs, including the Bicycle

Mechanic Training programs, school break enrichment camps, and Education Lab.

●       Provide or ensure delivery of advanced apron (Red, Purple, Black) bicycle mechanic training to the Youth Education and Employment Training (YEET) Apprentices.

●       Working in collaboration with the Director of Programs and additional Program Coordinators, apprentices, and skilled volunteers to ensure fleet bikes are maintained and Green Apron earned bikes are restored for program participants.

●       Work closely with other Freewheelin’ staff to ensure that overall operations of the

organization function in a coordinated and efficient manner.

Specific Responsibilities include:

Program Development and Management:

●       Ensure that all apron classes are delivered by qualified instructors and that the curriculum is delivered with fidelity.

●       Manage program volunteers and youth apprentices during apron courses and open shop.

●       Coordinate and collaborate with the Youth Employment Apprenticeship Coordinator to maintain adequate staffing during classes and open shop.

●       Upkeep of program data and metrics including student contact information, student attendance, class completion, number of bicycles earned, and other relevant data for evaluation and reporting purposes.

●       Identify youth in program who would be good candidates for other programs.

●       In conjunction with the Director of Programs and additional Program Coordinators, facilitate the refurbishment of all bikes required for class participants.

Leading Instruction

·      Teach course curriculum while building a healthy classroom dynamic.

·      Demonstrate and model patience, problem-solving, initiative, and leadership by practicing observation, active listening, and conversation.

·      Cultivate relationships with parents, students, and community members.

·      Provide direction to volunteers and youth apprentices to ensure they can effectively assist with the delivery of Apron classes and Bike Lab.

Other Duties

●       Assist with preparation and implementation of the frequent group/Community Bike Rides

for Freewheelin’ youth, their families and the community at large, weather permitting;

●       Provide support to the organization’s events, such as Donation Days, Garage Sale Days, community outreach events, and Fundraisers.

●       Understand and promote Diversity and Inclusiveness

●       Additional duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

●       Some lifting up to 50 lbs will be required and the ability to bend, stand, and file

●       Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

●       Bike ride participation (average 2-7 miles per ride session)

Work Environment

●       Non-traditional work environment as this role will be working in a warehouse classroom space.

Qualifications

●       Intermediate to advanced knowledge of bike mechanics preferred;

●       Experienced with leading and teaching groups;

●       Verbal and hands on instructional training;

●       Experience working with youth and young adults;

●       Familiarity with curriculum development of STEM oriented and industry based concepts;

●       Strong verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail;

●       Proficient in Microsoft Office and Office 365;

●       Bilingual/Multilingual skills are a plus;

●       First Aid/CPR certification is a plus;

●       Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.

Please submit cover letters, resumes, and references to info@freewheelinbikes.org