Program Assistant, Hartford, CT

Program Assistant Hartford, CT

Read Aloud Mentoring Program (RAMP) 

Serving S.A.N.D Elementary School, Hartford, CT

Hourly Rate:  $18.00 per hour

Benefits:  Employee Leave, 401k, flexibility and countless non-monetary rewards

Desired Start:  ASAP, November 2026

Location: S.A.N.D Elementary School 1750 Main St, Hartford, CT 06120 

Schedule and Hours : For the 2026–2027 school year, the anticipated work schedule is:

• Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from approximately 10:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on-site at S.A.N.D Elementary
• Wednesdays from approximately 1:00-2:00 p.m. working remotely 
• Total weekly hours are expected to average 8-10 hours during the school year

Position Overview

Read to a Child’s Read Aloud Mentoring Program (RAMP) pairs a volunteer mentor with an elementary school student for a rewarding weekly read aloud experience either during the child’s lunch or other non-instructional time. The on-site Program Assistant supports the Program Coordinator in the daily execution of RAMP typically at schools that have a virtual component. Responsibilities include gathering students and bringing them to their dedicated reading areas, providing technical and logistical support as needed, and hosting mentors in virtual reading sessions. 

Program Assistants may assist at more than one school, and may also function as a substitute as needed for the planned absences of Program Coordinators throughout the Hartford Region.

Specific Job Responsibilities Will Include All or Some of the Following (will vary by Region & School/Site)

• Assist Program Coordinator as needed to ensure that the program starts and runs smoothly
• Communicate regularly with Program Coordinator/s and supervisor
• Provide logistical / technical support for virtual sessions
• Facilitate and monitor reading sessions to ensure smooth operation of program
• If supporting at the school, ensure that state and school guidelines for hygiene and safety are followed carefully and that rooms are left clean and orderly
• Assist in planning and implementing year-end celebration (in person or adapted for virtual setting), as applicable
• Attend required Read to a Child training sessions and meetings
• Substitute for Program Coordinator/s as needed
• Submit timesheets accurately and on time
• Participate in the Performance Evaluation and goal setting process 

Essential Job Duties For In-Person Positions

The person working in this position will be in a school setting. It involves constant movement throughout the building and designated session areas guiding students to their reading sessions. Depending on the school, this may require occasionally ascending/descending stairs. It also requires frequent positioning of books and/or program materials of various weights and sizes on a rolling book cart, as well as rolling the book cart to/from various locations within the school.  

Key Qualifications

• Commitment to Read to a Child’s mission, viability and growth
• Experience working with young children
• Enthusiastic about children’s books
• Communicates well in person and virtually (eg: Zoom and/or Google Meets)
• Commitment to actively and continuously working toward achieving the organization’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals
• Extremely organized and adept at successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing according to the organization’s strategic plan — with flexibility and a positive attitude
• Comfortable working with and hosting group video conference platforms (eg: Zoom and/or Google Meets) and with email
• Access to transportation 

To Apply: Please Send resume & cover letter outlining your suitability to the tasks and schedule outlined above to: brittany.coleman@readtoachild.org

NOTE: Your application will not be considered without a cover letter.

Read to a Child is committed to providing resources to children most impacted by systemic inequalities. We have faith in our students’ ability to thrive when they are provided with equitable resources and choose to focus on their strengths rather than the barriers they face. We are motivated to continuously act on our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion among reading mentors, staff, and board members so as to best reflect and support the students we serve.