Motogo is Hiring!
Motogo’s mission is to teach kids to solve problems through motorcycles.
We do that by bringing back shop class through partnerships with schools and community organizations. We offer STEM curricula year round and our programs align with partner schedules and needs.
Our mission is to teach kids to solve problems through motorcycles.
Our vision is to spark confidence in all people to build their own future.
Our core values are
Equity: We strive to create a culture of equity through intentionally including communities of color, women, the LGBTQ community, families of modest means, and other marginalized populations.
Working with Your Hands: We believe solving problems by working with your hands awakens a desire for life-long learning.
Self-Confidence: We create a safe environment for people to build self-confidence from their many successes as well as their failures, resulting in the purest form of confidence.
Authenticity: Genuine, honest work requires vulnerability. Students, coaches, and staff are encouraged to be brave and bring their whole-selves to all aspects of this organization.
Community: Motogo believes everyone has something to contribute to this team. All are welcome who welcome all.
Motogo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age or religion.
open positions
ASSISTANT COACH
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Reports To: Program Director
Position Summary: Assistant Coaches help the Head Coaches with teaching, coaching, and mentoring Motogo participants over the course of a program. Programs include breaking down, reassembling, and kickstarting Honda CB350 vintage motorcycles and engines and assembling of plastic V8 engine models.. Participants are ages 12+ from a variety of backgrounds and communities. Technical and coach training are included in your employment
Compensation: This is a 12-month, renewable 1099 contract position with a pay range of $20.00-$26.00 per hour based on experience. Contract renewable upon completion.
Responsibilities:
Assist Motogo Coaches to deliver curriculum according to the format and timeline for each program.
Deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences; establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Help with the collection of video recordings of students' progress and development.
Excite students about motorcycle maintenance, encourage them to try things they wouldn’t normally do, and inspire student learning through example of positivity, creating a safe place for them to try new things.
Reliable and consistent schedule through duration of a partner program
Work Environment:
Programs often take place on a school campus, but not always in a classroom. This includes underneath stadium bleachers, in a hallway, in an outdoor garage.
Flexibility is important! Spaces are sometimes reflective of the weather outside.
The workspace can be small at a school, so be prepared to maneuver around equipment and participants working.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and manipulate tools.
Able to lift 50 lbs at times, including moving of motorcycle equipment and tools
Able to reach, bend, sit and stoop.
Required to talk and hear over loud noises.
Able to stand for long periods of time on hard floors (typically 2 hours) while coaching
Technical Experience
Knowledge and experience with motorcycles and/or small engines is preferred, but not required
Familiarity with Google Suite, including Gmail and Google Calendar
Strong communication skills - students rely on your coaching to guide them through the process
Interest in engaging with participants and meeting them at their learning level
Availability
Generally available Monday-Friday from 9:00am-6:00pm and/or Saturdays 8:30am-12:00pm (most programs fall within this time frame, although program schedules will vary and you may only work a few days a week) Subject to negotiation prior to hiring.
Work at minimum 15 hours and up to 25 hours per week. This includes program coaching hours, preparation hours, and space organization hours.
Training Requirements
Pass the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation [BCI] and FBI background checks
Complete trauma-informed care training
Complete VIRTUS training for teaching in schools within the Diocese of Cleveland
Possess a driver’s license and ability to maintain a driving record and appropriate insurance coverage
Physical Requirements
Able to lift 50 lbs at times, including moving of motorcycle equipment and tools
Able to stand for long periods of time (typically 2 hours) while coaching
Create and maintain a safe space for participants. Able to move about the shop class to meet the needs of the students.
To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@motogocleveland.com.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
FULL TIME COACH
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Reports To: Program Director
Position Summary: Full Time Coaches assist the Program Director and other coaches with teaching, coaching, and mentoring Motogo participants over the course of a program. Programs include breaking down, reassembling, and kickstarting Honda CB350 vintage motorcycles and engines and assembling of plastic V8 engine models.. Participants are ages 12+ from a variety of backgrounds and communities. Technical and coach training are included in your employment
Compensation: This is a full time position with benefits and salary range of $48,000 - $60,000 based on experience. Preference given to applicants with teaching degree/and or education specific classroom experience.
Benefits:
Medical Mutual benefits through Cose Small Business include: Medical, Vision and Dental
35 hour full time work week
3 weeks of company closed paid holiday (2 weeks in August and 1 week between Christmas and New Year’s) in addition to 2 weeks paid vacation and your birthday off
Possibility on light classroom weeks to work from home up to 10 hours per week
Responsibilities:
Shadow/Attend a plethora of classes with other coaches as you gain confidence in learning, leading and inspiring the curriculum. You will be expected to learn to build a Honda CB 350 with the close eye of our Program Director over the summer months. You will learn the motorcycle vocabulary, and study the Haynes manual in addition to the Motogo manual. You will learn through and by failure, which we celebrate with students and each other.
Assist other Motogo Coaches to deliver curriculum according to the format and timeline for each program.
Assist the Grant Writer in collecting and compiling student/program data from the other coaches and creating reports on students success.
Deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences; establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Help with the collection of video recordings of students' progress and development.
Excite students about motorcycle maintenance, encourage them to try things they wouldn’t normally do, and inspire student learning through example of positivity, creating a safe place for them to try new things.
Reliable and consistent schedule through duration of a partner program
Availability
Generally available Monday-Friday from 9:00am-6:00pm and/or Saturdays 8:30am-12:00pm (most programs fall within this time frame, although program schedules will vary and you may only work a few days a week) Subject to negotiation prior to hiring.
Work 35 hours full time work week. This includes program coaching hours, preparation hours, and space organization hours, and data compiling.
Training Requirements
Pass the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation [BCI] and FBI background checks
Complete trauma-informed care training
Complete VIRTUS training for teaching in schools within the Diocese of Cleveland
Possess a driver’s license and ability to maintain a driving record and appropriate insurance coverage
Physical Requirements
Able to lift 50 lbs at times, including moving of motorcycle equipment and tools
Able to stand for long periods of time (typically 2 hours) while coaching
Create and maintain a safe space for participants. Able to move about the shop class to meet the needs of the students.
To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@motogocleveland.com.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
