J3 Foundation,

After School Cozy Reading Club Coach

Posted
10 days ago
Employment type
Part-Time
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Closing date

About this organization

About J3 Foundation

J3 Foundation (J3) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to give kids the foundation they need for a lifetime of reading success. J3 strives to equip 4th graders in communities with fewer resources with the tools they need to help them reach grade-level literacy and foster positive self-image, self-confidence, a supportive community, a new love of reading, and an identity as a reader.

Launched in 2018, the program was created in response to the alarming data showing that 4th-grade students in under-resourced schools who have fallen behind in their reading level have a greater chance of being incarcerated or on public assistance as young adults. J3 is committed to changing that narrative by providing reading intervention programs and after-school reading clubs to students in Los Angeles County, and eventually in other cities across the country.

About this job

Position Overview

The J3 Foundation seeks a part-time Reading Club Coach to lead our Cozy Reading Club in schools across the greater Los Angeles area. This role manages weekly program sessions, supports student engagement, and coordinates with families, school staff, and J3 leadership to ensure a high-quality reading experience and improved literacy outcomes.

Roles & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Lead weekly Cozy Reading Club sessions that are engaging, student-centered, and aligned with J3’s literacy goals

Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment that builds student reading confidence, habits, and enjoyment

Oversee weekly operations, including scheduling, attendance tracking, and materials management

Collaborate with J3 Reading Coach to help identify eligible students and support family communication and enrollment

Coach and support club staff, modeling effective reading instruction and classroom management techniques

Maintain regular communication with J3 leadership, school personnel, and families to ensure program success

Build strong community partnerships and represent J3 with professionalism and a passion for equity

Participate in special events and assist with material pickups/drop-offs up to three times annually (mileage reimbursed)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (in education or related field)

Experience leading or motivating groups of elementary students in classrooms or youth programs

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities

Passion for student literacy, equity, and learning

Experience guiding peers, staff, or project teams

Basic proficiency with Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms; willing to learn new apps with training

Reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Valid teaching credential

Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, or related field

Experience working with 4th grade struggling readers

Background in after-school programs or enrichment instruction

Familiarity with reading intervention strategies

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

To apply

Please apply using the link provided

J3 Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work, and we encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences mirror those of the students and communities we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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