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Apex Leadership Co. (Raleigh – Durham) – Athlete / Youth Mentor - Youth Leader

*** Now Hiring for the 2026-27 School Year Expansion! ***

Are you an Athlete, a Fitness Fanatic, a Camp Counselor, Youth Group Leader? Do you have a passion for inspiring and developing our future leaders? Do you love making a positive impact on our kiddos and local communities? Do you want to be part of an amazing growing organization? If so, please apply…

Athlete (Team Member) / Youth Mentor- Overview

As an Apex Team Member, you will go into Raleigh-Durham and the surrounding areas in NC Elementary Schools & Middle Schools for 2-week periods to inspire kids through key leadership, character, fitness & kindness lessons facilitating ridiculously effective hassle-free fundraising programs (Apex Fun Run, Apex Remix, Color Games & Anython). The program is a leadership-driven and fitness promoting fundraiser which includes teacher huddles, pep rallies, class lessons, prize delivery, Recess time, Event Day (Fun Run, Glow Run, Remix, Color Games, Thon…) and recap day.

Check Out Apex: THIS IS WHAT WE DO VIDEO! https://vimeo.com/569993504

JOB DETAILS:

· This opportunity is in the Raleigh / Durham NC Area.

· The job offers summers and winter breaks off similar to a school schedule.

· Starts End-July/Mid-August 2026 Timeline for initial training to prepare for the 2026-27 school year. There is the potential ability for some to travel to support other Apex Leadership Co. Operations across the nation.

· Requires some travel and time in the Jacksonville, NC (Onslow County) area the end of the Spring 2027 to support Onslow County Public Schools. Be by the Beach with Housing provided!!!

Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time

Compensation: $650.00 - $700.00 /week ($1300.00 - $1400.00 /2-week program)

Program Bonus: At times there are opportunities to act as Team Lead during scheduled programs with added responsibility and you can earn up to $250.00 additional for hitting key metrics in customer satisfaction survey, client rebooking, and exceeding the national total raised average by 25%.

Travel Program Bonus: Opportunity to make up to additional $250.00 per Travel Program (Onslow County Programs & Wayne County Programs).

Career Growth: Opportunity to grow your career path based on successfully fulfilling your Athlete (Team Member) responsibilities into a Captain (Team Leader), Operations, Sales and even the possibility for becoming a partner in ownership with future territory expansion planned throughout North Carolina.

RESPONSIBILITES:

· Serve Teachers and Administrators while striving to make their jobs easier.

· Inspire Kids by being an excellent role model always.

· Teach Leadership Lessons and interact with students during class, lunch, recess and PE.

· Set up and tear down equipment needed for each aspect of the program. (Pep Rally & Event Days)

MUST-HAVES:

· Strong Character, Leadership and Integrity

· A clean background check

· Ability to connect with kids and lead by example

· You always show up early everywhere you go

NICE-TO-HAVES:

· Computer Skills – Familiarity with Microsoft & Google Tools

QUALIFICATIONS:

You love helping kids & your community

You love inspiring and building future leaders! Your patience is immeasurable, and you never lose your cool. You realize that kids look up to you and your goal is to constantly inspire them to be the best they can be not only in your words, with your daily actions too!

You get things done

You are half human, half machine. You follow through on every task, no matter how big or small. You don’t like to let people down and you understand the importance of staying on schedule. “That’s not My JOB”, is not part of your vocabulary.

You communicate

You keep everyone in the know so that they job gets done efficiently and effectively. You know when to ask for help, when to listen, and when to speak up. You’re known for your fun professionalism.

You are the most reliable person you know

When you say you are going to do something, you mean it. When you say you are going to be somewhere, you’re there. You show up early, not on time. No Excuses.

You have a passion for life

You have a genuine enthusiasm that is contagious. You are a breath of fresh air to everyone you meet. People see something different in you than the average person… and they love it!

You are a team player

You thrive in a highly creative, inventive, start-up environment with people who are very passionate about their work and mission.

You are a problem solver and take responsibilities for your actions

You’re always looking for new ways to streamline processes and increase efficiency.

Program Offerings:

Apex Fun Run — The initial event developed by Apex Leadership Company that combines a two-week fundraising program based on social media, culminating in a student fun run. High-energy team leaders encourage students to reach their potential not only in terms of fundraising and the race itself, but other essential characteristics such as respect, accountability and more. Apex Fun Run Introduction - https://youtu.be/VDjyH61GvgM?si=xiOe-xLFNnkZJABc

Apex Remix – Much like the Apex Fun Run, this event features a two-week fundraising period leading up to the main event — a fun themed dance party hosted by the Apex team. Apex Remix Introduction Link: https://youtu.be/VDjyH61GvgM?si=xiOe-xLFNnkZJABc

Color Games — Combining the Anython fundraising platform and Apex Fun Run two-week program and encouraging team members, the Color Games, which was built to serve middle school fundraising needs, includes an energetic pep rally and culminates in a Color Games social event featuring music, games promoting teamwork and an “all out color throwing” extravaganza. Color Battle in 60 seconds: https://youtu.be/3icLlczxFfo?si=10D0fuN297_QKI77

Anython — Beyond just school groups, Anython is a company dedicated to helping individuals and organizations raise money through technology. Through this online fundraiser, donors are encouraged to pledge a dollar amount, or a flat donation to participating individuals or groups. IF YOU CAN THINK IT, WE CAN THON IT! (Basketball – Free Throw-A-Thon, Baseball – Hit-A-Thon, Soccer – Shoot-A-Thon, Youth Group – Random Act of Kindness-A-Thon, etc.)