Reading Partners Coordinator (Washington Tennis Education Foundation)

Reading Partners • Washington, DC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Reading Partners is changing the education landscape. We are a leader in working to solve the literacy crisis in our country by leveraging community volunteers in under-resourced schools. Our diverse and expansive volunteer base provides one-on-one tutoring to students twice weekly, and our program is proven to help children master the reading fundamentals they need to unlock their potential as successful, happy, and confident readers in school and in life. Our people are our heartbeat and our greatest resource; we are all passionately rallied around our mission to help children become lifelong learners by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction that truly works. Join our stellar, committed team leading the charge to deepen our impact and expand our service. Watch this video to learn more about the mission and core tutoring work of Reading Partners. The high level: The Washington Tennis Education Foundation Reading Partners Coordinator (WTEF-RPC) is a position that is part of a dynamic partnership team working to ensure that our Washington, DC, students are positioned for success after school. Their role is to work closely with the community engagement team to implement after-school tutoring, program operations, and fundraising, and tutor support at the Washington Tennis Education Foundation (WTEF). Reporting directly to the managing director, WTEF-RPC supports duties that are critical to the operations in the Mid-Atlantic region. This is an in-person role, and candidates must reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area with access to reliable transportation. The start date for this position is in February 2026, and it concludes on June 30, 2026. Candidates must be able to work 4:00 - 7:00 PM Monday through Friday in person at the Washington Tennis Education Foundation, 200 Stoddert Place, Washington, DC 20019.

Requirements

• Have access to reliable transportation
• Can problem-solve through challenges and failures
• Enjoy project management and organization
• Are flexible and adaptable in both your work style and work environment
• Possess a natural ability to connect with people
• Demonstrate an eagerness to support volunteers
• Take initiative in meeting goals and seeking professional growth
• Familiar with databases like Salesforce and have a high level of comfort with Google Apps and Zoom Conferencing
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Demonstrate a commitment to fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Display a deep belief in our mission and root your work in our core values
• Ability to prove eligibility to work legally in the U.S. and that you are at least 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

• Are an AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service alum/alumna
• Have experience working in launch or growth phases of organizations

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily tutoring sessions by taking attendance, scheduling students, managing daily operations, tutor coaching, and program quality
• Provide in-person coaching and support for volunteer tutors
• Check in regularly with a member of the national Reading Partners team
• Attend and participate in family engagement workshops for WTEF families
• Attend and assist in planning 1-2 fundraising events in support of the RP/WTEF literacy partnership.
• Other Duties as Needed

Benefits

• Reading Partners’ compensation and benefits programs are designed to attract, motivate, engage, and retain top talent to propel our mission forward.
• Compensation: This is a part-time, temporary, non-exempt, hourly position. Part-time staff work an average of 10 - 15 hours per week. Compensation is $21.19/hour.
• We offer an exciting and dynamic culture, and we commit to investing in supporting our amazing people to grow their careers with us.
• This position is not eligible for benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees