Writers’ Room Program Assistant at Dr. Albert D. Holland High School of Technology

826 Boston seeks a dynamic, communicative, and flexible individual to serve as the Writers’ Room Program Assistant at the Dr. Albert

D. Holland High School of Technology. We’re seeking a team member who brings a thoughtful, inclusive approach to student support and a strong commitment to educational equity. The ideal candidate will have experience working with English-language learners (ELLs), neurodivergent youth, and immigrant communities, as well as familiarity with trauma-informed educational practices. In this role, you’ll provide both classroom support and one‑on‑one guidance, using culturally responsive strategies that promote literacy development and build confidence in all students.

We value individuals who are reflective, student‑centered, and passionate about creating empowering learning environments for all.

The Dr. Albert

D. Holland High School of Technology, also known as Holland Tech, serves over 500 students in grades 7-12. The school is very culturally diverse, with many students who come from immigrant communities, primarily Haiti, Cape Verde, and the Dominican Republic. Multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, especially those who have proficiency in Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, and/or Portuguese. The school offers a range of classes including programs for students with limited or interrupted formal education (SLIFE) and (Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA).

Located in Dorchester’s Grove Hall neighborhood, Holland Tech prides itself on taking a trauma‑sensitive approach to education, with relationships at the center. The Holland Writers’ Room opened its doors in 2016.

826 Boston is a nonprofit writing, tutoring, and publishing organization where students in grades K‑12 and beyond can share their stories, amplify their voices, and develop as leaders in school and in life.

The Writers’ Room Program Assistant will work 40 hours a week. Regular in‑person hours are required. Applicants must be residing in Massachusetts and able to commute to the in‑person location listed below, before the role starts.

• In‑Person
  
  Hours:
  
  Monday through Thursday: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• In‑Person
  
  Location:
  
  Dr. Albert
  
  D. Holland High School of Technology, 60 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA 02121
• Remote
  
  Hours:
  
  Most Fridays. There are required all‑team meetings, professional development, and tasks to complete on virtual Fridays.
  • Occasional departmental and organizational meetings will take place on Fridays at our Tutoring Center located at 3035 Washington Street, Roxbury, MA 02119.

• Serve as a writing tutor to students in grades 7-12 seeking support with reading and writing assignments during individualized conferences, small‑group visits, and whole‑class visits. Example assignments span content areas (humanities and STEM) and include college essays, literary analysis essays, creative writing drafting and revision, and test preparation (primarily AP essays and STEM open response)
• Develop and lead 826 Boston‑created programming, which includes clubs, stand‑alone workshops, creative writing clubs, etc. Example programming from this year includes a literary magazine and crochet club
• Support students in social‑emotional learning and in processing life experiences through writing
• Develop monthly newsletters that summarize the program’s progress and notable highlights
• Assist with Writers’ Room volunteer coordination, including managing email communication, tracking attendance, supporting volunteers during tutoring sessions, and co‑leading pre‑brief and debrief conversations
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and results‑sharing associated with the Writers’ Room, including tracking student visits and hours, administering annual writing assessment,…