After-School Literacy Program Coach (Union)
About The Position
Read Better Be Better is seeking passionate, part-time After-School Literacy Program Coaches to facilitate their after-school reading program. The role involves guiding and mentoring young Readers and youth Leaders. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy reading, working with young learners, and are looking for part-time employment. The organization, Read Better Be Better, is an education nonprofit dedicated to addressing Arizona's literacy crisis by connecting young readers and youth leaders to foster a love of literacy and leadership. They partner with schools across Arizona, having served thousands of students since 2014. The team is growing, and they seek individuals who value a mission-driven, collaborative community of passionate and creative individuals. As a Program Coach, you will work with elementary school students in a dynamic after-school club atmosphere, which is a fast-paced environment filled with reading, learning, and games. Coaches receive essential paid training and onboarding. In the K-1 Program, Coaches train 4th/5th-grade "Leaders" to foster reading confidence in Kindergarten/1st-grade "Readers". In the 2-3 Program, Coaches train middle school "Leaders" to foster reading confidence in 2nd/3rd grade "Readers". The primary responsibilities include facilitating the literacy program, ensuring curriculum progress, and promoting a safe and healthy learning environment. Coaches will also meet weekly with their Program Coordinator to share successes, address concerns, and receive materials. Professional development workshops are also part of the role, culminating in a graduation event. The program is semester-based, with encouragement for coaches to return.
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Classroom management skills.
- A patient personality.
Nice To Haves
- Enrolled in a relevant degree program (i.e. teaching, educational studies, youth & early childhood development, social justice, etc.).
- Experience working with children in a school setting.
Responsibilities
- Guiding and mentoring a cohort of young Readers and youth Leaders.
- Facilitating the literacy program.
- Ensuring curriculum progress.
- Promoting a safe and healthy learning environment.
- Meeting weekly with their Program Coordinator to share successes, address concerns, and receive needed materials.
- Attending professional development workshops.
Benefits
- See the Part-Time Program Coach Employee Benefits One-Page Summary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
