In addition to our paid positions below, please take a look our AmeriCorps service opportunities.

FULL-TIME POSITIONS

Development Officer

Supports the organization’s advancement efforts in fundraising and development as a major gift professional by serving as a storytelling ambassador – taking complex ideas and issues and communicating them in a compelling way which invites others to be a part. This will be achieved by managing an existing portfolio of mid- to upper-level donors to the organization, as well as forging new relationships to grow the visibility, impact, and funding for Emerald Youth and Emerald Charter Schools.

Calling and Career Ministry Director

The Calling & Career Ministry Director provides leadership for all aspects of the designated neighborhood Calling & Career Center for 9th grade through first two years of post-secondary education helping students to discover their purpose and ensure they are on schedule for making the transition to Godly young adults and active in the faith community.  The Director will integrate into the life of the students, helping to facilitate long-term connections and relationships through academic support and enrichment, college and career identification and planning, and post-secondary training selection.  This role will seek and connect mentors with students, connect with college partners, market the center, build social media awareness, and identify and develop other resources.

JustLead Youth Ministry Coordinator

This position will focus on the discipleship of young people in assigned area. JustLead is an elementary through young adult youth development program, including afterschool and church youth ministries, implemented through a coalition of neighborhood churches and faith-based organizations serving city youth. Essential job duties found on application page!

Calling and Career Ministry Coach

Actively identify and recruit 8th – 12th grade students in assigned area to utilize Calling and Career services. Network, develop, and maintain relationships with partner schools, churches, and youth-serving organizations as well as JustLead and EY Sports staff to help in recruitment efforts.

JustLead Afterschool/Summer Ministry Coordinator

This position will manage all aspects of the afterschool and summer program activities for elementary and middle school age young people as part of the Emerald Youth's JustLead Ministry. The JustLead Afterschool/Summer Ministry Coordinator will be responsible for the recruitment of children and families to participate in the JustLead programs as well as volunteers to help support the ministry initiatives and for achieving assigned program goals. 

AmeriCorps members are individuals who commit their time and skills to get things done for America. There are more than 80,000 Americans across the country participating in AmeriCorps each year. All of them are tackling different problems in different ways, and have dedicated their time and skills to serve. AmeriCorps members spend anywhere from three months to a year serving with a nonprofit, school, public agency, or community and faith-based organization.

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Paid Summer JustLead Tutors

Each year, students in our afterschool programs take the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) Assessment to determine their academic performance levels and identify skill deficiencies they may have. Emerald Youth strives to meet students' learning needs and help address learning gaps. Data shows that students who are paired with tutors make greater academic gains, which is why we need you!

Emerald Premier League (EPL) Ministry Assistant:

The Emerald Premier League (EPL) Ministry Assistant will provide logistical and administration support to the EPL club and adult leagues in various sports. This position will at times be responsible for being the point of contact at the Haslam-Sansom Ministry Sports Complex, Sansom Sports Complex, or North Area Ministry Complex on any given league day. They will need to be ready to step in to referee or resolve any scheduling questions or concerns.  Nights and weekends will be expected, but the schedule will have ample opportunities for flexibility.

Performance Trainer

The Performance Trainer develops, plans, and manages performance training programs for Emerald Youth Foundation’s assigned neighborhood connecting and engaging with residents of all ages in the community allowing them to become physically and spiritually active and instilling life-long active lifestyles. This role will help recruit participants (and any needed volunteers) and develop individual performance training plans to help accomplish the goals the participant desires.   

JustLead afterschool/summer Ministry Worker

Assists with executing the day-to-day operations of the ministry’s afterschool and summer day camp programs. This position focuses on supporting the ministry’s discipleship activities, while also providing transportation, facilitating program rotations, and participating in relational ministry activities to comprehensively engage youth in the JustLead program.

justlead afterschool tutor

Tutors will work with students on reading and math goals, based on student needs and grade level. Tutoring in the elementary level will have a focus on reading. Tutoring at the middle school level will have a focus on math. Tutors will receive curriculum and resources to support their students, and training will be provided on how to utilize the curriculum. Tutoring resources and curriculum will be provided to tutors.

Bus Driver

Use Emerald Youth Foundation vehicles primarily for afterschool pick-ups, summer day camp transportation, and/or transportation to and from sporting events as part of Emerald Youth's different youth ministries. Position could also include extended field trips and other trips as needed. Position ensures passenger safety, reports issues, and is responsible for awareness of routes and general vehicle upkeep.

Swim Instructor

Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for participants in Emerald Youth Sports Learn to Swim Program. Assists with curriculum and instruction of classes for elementary and middle school age participants.

Lifeguard

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with Emerald Youth Foundation and EV Davidson-Carl Cowan Pool policies and procedures.

Thank you for visiting Emerald Youth’s career page!  We are always looking for highly qualified candidates to join our Kingdom calling to help raise up a large number of urban youth to love Jesus Christ and become effective leaders who help renew their communities. If you’re interested in joining our team but do not see a position listed above that is an immediate fit, please feel free to send your resume and a cover letter to hr@emeraldyouth.org.