Chicago HOPES for Kids: Spring 2026 Corps Member
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.
Member Duties : 100 hour term Corps Members serve 5-7 hours weekly during the Spring 2026 semester ONLY. Duties involve direct service at a program site between Monday-Thursday, Friday morning virtual meetings, and community outreach. Members are required to be at program site two days a week with afternoon and early evening availability, serving 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 : 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 .
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Community Outreach , Education , Homelessness .
Skills :
Conflict Resolution , Youth Development , Teaching/Tutoring , Recruitment , Fine Arts/Crafts , Education , General Skills , Team Work , Leadership .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Chicago HOPES for Kids: Spring 2026 Corps Member
Program Start/End Date
01/12/2026 - 05/15/2026
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
Program Locations
ILLINOIS Chicago
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 11/21/2025 To 12/12/2025
Contact
Kimberly King
318 W Adams St
Chicago IL 60606
3126904240
Listing ID
127956
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