<p>Part Time- Summer 2026 AmeriCorps Member</p> <p>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. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.</p> <p>Member Duties : 100-hour Part-time Corps Members serve 8-10 hours weekly during the Summer 2026 semester. 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.</p> <p>Program Benefits : Transportation Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance .</p> <p>Terms :</p> <p>None</p> <p>Service Areas :</p> <p>Children/Youth , Housing , Education , Homelessness , Community Outreach .</p> <p>Skills :</p> <p>Education , Youth Development , Team Work , Fine Arts/Crafts , Teaching/Tutoring , Leadership .</p>