Program Assistant

Program Assistant Job Description

Working in partnership with underserved schools, Reading Power provides one-to-one tutoring during the school day for children in preschool through second grade. Our mission is to accelerate children's literacy learning and to develop a love of reading and writing. The Program Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring the day-to-day success of Reading Power’s tutoring programs. This position will provide administrative and logistical support to Program Leadership to maintain consistent, high-quality program implementation across multiple school sites.

Responsibilities:

Program Operations

● Coordinate ordering, distribution, and tracking of supplies across all program sites

● Organize and manage inventory of program materials and storage systems

● Prepare student-specific learning materials aligned with program needs

● Transport program materials and travel between sites as needed (ability to lift 30lbs)

Site Support

● Provide onsite support for staff and/or tutor absences to maintain program continuity

● Communicate regularly with program staff to anticipate needs and resolve issues proactively Data & Administrative Support

● Track and acknowledge in-kind program donations

● Support accurate data entry and organization to ensure student progress and program outcomes are effectively tracked

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s Degree preferred; background in education or early childhood preferred

● Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail

● Strong communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

● Ability to work independently and take initiative

● Proficiency with technology and Google Workspace

● Commitment to Reading Power’s mission and values

Position Details

● Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week; Hourly rate range: $23-$25/hour

● Schedule aligned with school-day programming hours

● Possibility of minimal events outside normal working hours

Non-Discrimination Statement- Reading Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to recruit and employ the most qualified personnel and provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex.

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person