Temporary Site Coordinator - Energy Express

West Virginia University

29d•$9,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Energy Express Department at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Temporary Site Coordinator position. Each summer, Energy Express reaches thousands of children statewide, helping them maintain or improve reading levels, eat well, and stay connected. The program builds confidence in children and cultivates future educators and civic leaders. The Energy Express Site Coordinator will: Be an active participant in the in-person site leadership training April 11 – 12, 2026. All site coordinators must attend the entire two-day training. Serve as site coordinator from June 1– July 24, 2026, with no absences unless approved by the Energy Express state office. Complete a minimum of six hours a day on site, typically 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., with the site team and a minimum of 300 hours from June 1, 2026, through July 24, 2026, plus all required trainings. When Title I funds are used, provide direct reading instruction in comprehension and vocabulary skills to a group of students daily on a rotational basis if an additional highly qualified teacher by the BOE is not hired. Provide training for team members and participate in all activities at statewide team training including the AmeriCorps National Service swearing in ceremony, June 2- 3, 2026 at Jackson’s Mill, WV. Supervise and train members beginning June 1 through July 24, 2026, including some evenings and weekends. Site Coordinators must supervise and train AmeriCorps members at least 8 hours during a weekend of Energy Express Set an overall positive and productive tone for the program, staying focused and committed to the program’s goals, philosophy, and model. Facilitate daily team meetings and training as needed throughout the program. Collaboratively plan, model, and supervise in the delivery of reading activities and teaching strategies for the mentors. Supervise AmeriCorps members as they connect family members and the community to children's learning by recruiting, training and supervising volunteers. Supervise members as they connect the site to the community through public relations efforts, including working with the media. Facilitate team reflection at least twice a week. Formally evaluate the performance of members twice during the program. Work with county Extension agent or Energy Express County contact to: Support site team in their group AmeriCorps community service project. Promote AmeriCorps national identity. Ensure media involvement at the site with the help of the Community Coordinator. Plan and implement a site open house during the fifth week of the program. This is typically done during evening hours and promotes family involvement. Support members in conducting family calls before the program starts and maintaining weekly contact with families. Provide a welcoming atmosphere, support, and recognition for members, volunteers, visitors, parents, and children. Maintain a sense of teamwork and cooperation among all those involved in the program. Maintain open and honest communication with all those involved in the program. Assume responsibility for facility and equipment and be present when the facility is in use by Energy Express. Ensure that the facility is left in good condition when the program is over. Assume responsibility for materials and supplies. Supervise members and volunteers in completing a supply inventory and packing supplies and resource materials when the program is finished. Use technology for communication and submission of data. Maintain children’s records, assist with evaluation, and complete required reports and forms by established deadlines. Provide county contact with a copy of all paperwork submitted to state Energy Express office. Be aware of AmeriCorps policies and procedures so that Energy Express remains in compliance with the federal grant. Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree awarded prior to June 1, 2026, or a combination of education and experience
High School Diploma or GED and four years of full-time directly related experience at a commensurate level
Associate degree and two years of full-time directly related experience at a commensurate level.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Ability to maintain commitment to the goals, philosophy, and model of Energy Express
Knowledge of children's reading and children’s literature
Ability to supervise and hold accountable 5-9 college students serving as Mentors, and a Community Coordinator, and support them in meeting program objectives
Ability to train members as needed in the components of the Energy Express model which includes reading, writing, drama, art, team building activities, and guidance.
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with young adults
Ability to help AmeriCorps members reflect on service experiences
Ability to serve as a positive role model for AmeriCorps members, volunteers, and children
Ability to develop rapport with the community
Ability to use technology including email, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and basic computer skills for communication and submission of data.

Nice To Haves

Teacher Certification preferred.
Energy Express experience as a site coordinator, Mentor, or AmeriCorps member preferred.

Responsibilities

Be an active participant in the in-person site leadership training April 11 – 12, 2026. All site coordinators must attend the entire two-day training.
Serve as site coordinator from June 1– July 24, 2026, with no absences unless approved by the Energy Express state office.
Complete a minimum of six hours a day on site, typically 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., with the site team and a minimum of 300 hours from June 1, 2026, through July 24, 2026, plus all required trainings.
When Title I funds are used, provide direct reading instruction in comprehension and vocabulary skills to a group of students daily on a rotational basis if an additional highly qualified teacher by the BOE is not hired.
Provide training for team members and participate in all activities at statewide team training including the AmeriCorps National Service swearing in ceremony, June 2- 3, 2026 at Jackson’s Mill, WV.
Supervise and train members beginning June 1 through July 24, 2026, including some evenings and weekends. Site Coordinators must supervise and train AmeriCorps members at least 8 hours during a weekend of Energy Express
Set an overall positive and productive tone for the program, staying focused and committed to the program’s goals, philosophy, and model.
Facilitate daily team meetings and training as needed throughout the program.
Collaboratively plan, model, and supervise in the delivery of reading activities and teaching strategies for the mentors.
Supervise AmeriCorps members as they connect family members and the community to children's learning by recruiting, training and supervising volunteers.
Supervise members as they connect the site to the community through public relations efforts, including working with the media.
Facilitate team reflection at least twice a week.
Formally evaluate the performance of members twice during the program.
Work with county Extension agent or Energy Express County contact to:
Support site team in their group AmeriCorps community service project.
Promote AmeriCorps national identity.
Ensure media involvement at the site with the help of the Community Coordinator.
Plan and implement a site open house during the fifth week of the program. This is typically done during evening hours and promotes family involvement.
Support members in conducting family calls before the program starts and maintaining weekly contact with families.
Provide a welcoming atmosphere, support, and recognition for members, volunteers, visitors, parents, and children.
Maintain a sense of teamwork and cooperation among all those involved in the program.
Maintain open and honest communication with all those involved in the program.
Assume responsibility for facility and equipment and be present when the facility is in use by Energy Express. Ensure that the facility is left in good condition when the program is over.
Assume responsibility for materials and supplies. Supervise members and volunteers in completing a supply inventory and packing supplies and resource materials when the program is finished.
Use technology for communication and submission of data.
Maintain children’s records, assist with evaluation, and complete required reports and forms by established deadlines.
Provide county contact with a copy of all paperwork submitted to state Energy Express office.
Be aware of AmeriCorps policies and procedures so that Energy Express remains in compliance with the federal grant.
Perform other duties as needed.