Volunteer

Head Coach Overview

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Must consent to and complete a background check.
• Attend Girls on the Run coach training.
• Attend all (two) practices per week for a weekly time commitment of approximately 4 hours.
• Complete a background check (PA background clearances FBI Fingerprint for anyone who has not lived in PA for the past 10 consecutive years: cost is $21.00 as well as the Criminal History and Child Abuse, which are free for volunteers working with children.)
• Have fun!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a role model for program participants.
• Prepare, organize and supervise weekly lessons.
• Collaborate with other coaches for successful lesson delivery.
• Facilitate communication with parents/guardians of program participants.
• Participate in the Girls on the Run 5K.
• Plan and coordinate your team’s end of season party.

Assistant Coach Overview

REQUIREMENTS

• Must by at least 18 years old.
• Most consent to and complete a background check.
• Attend Girls on the Run coach training.
• Attend 1-2 practices per week for a weekly time commitment of approximately 4 hours.
• Determine which schedule works best for them and to maintain that schedule throughout the program for consistency on behalf of the girls.
• Complete a background check (PA background clearances FBI Fingerprint for anyone who has not lived in PA for the past 10 consecutive years. Cost is $21.00 as well as the Criminal History and Child Abuse, which are free for volunteers working with children).
• Have fun!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend program session on selected day(s) on a consistent basis.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for program participants.
• Assist with all aspects of the facilitation of the GOTR curriculum.
• Encourage and cheer for all participants.
• Participate in games and workouts with the girls as needed.
• Highly encouraged to attend the mid-season celebration.
• Attend our end of season GOTR 5k celebration with coaches, program participants and other volunteers.
• Understand and believe in the mission of Girls on the Run.

Junior Coach Overview

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 16-18 years old.
• Candidates must be available for 1-2 lessons/week.
• You do not have to be a runner,  and must be a positive role model and open to learn from the girls as well as your mentor coach.
• Encourage and cheer for all participants.
• Participate in games and workout with the girls as needed.
• Attend our end of season GOTR 5k celebration with coaches, program participants and other volunteers.
• Understand and believe in the mission of Girls on the Run.