After-School Literacy Program Coach (Creighton)
About The Position
Read Better Be Better is looking for part-time (5-10 hours/week), passionate, After-School Literacy Program Coaches to facilitate our after-school reading program. They are responsible for guiding and mentoring a cohort of young Readers and youth Leaders. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy reading and working with young learners and are seeking part-time employment. The role involves working with elementary school students in a dynamic after-school club atmosphere, which is a fast-paced environment filled with reading, learning, and games. Program Coaches attend essential paid training and onboarding prior to starting at their assigned school. Depending on the program (K-1 or 2-3), Program Coaches train older students ('Leaders') in RBBB's curriculum to foster reading confidence skills in younger students ('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, and coaches are encouraged to return for subsequent semesters. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Classroom management skills.
- 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
- Facilitate the after-school literacy program.
- Guide and mentor a cohort of young Readers and youth Leaders.
- Train 'Leaders' in RBBB's curriculum to foster reading confidence skills in 'Readers'.
- Ensure curriculum progress.
- Promote a safe and healthy learning environment.
- Meet weekly with Program Coordinator to share successes, address concerns, and receive materials.
- Attend professional development workshops.
- Participate in program graduation events.
Benefits
- Paid training and onboarding.
- Professional development workshops.
- Semester-based program with encouragement to return.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
