Program Coordinator, High School

Program Coordinator, High School

Read Better Be Better is looking for a Program Coordinator who is passionate about supporting high school students, expanding career pathways in education, and creating equitable opportunities for youth across Arizona. If you enjoy mentoring students, building relationships with schools and community partners, and helping young people explore careers in education, then apply to become a Program Coordinator with Read Better Be Better's Pathways team!

About the Organization

Read Better Be Better is a nonprofit organization based in Phoenix, founded in 2014 as a response to the state's literacy crisis. Our mission is to equip youth with the skills to read and lead. Our vision is a world in which empowered communities demand equitable access to foundational skills. Our values are simple – Be Excellent, Be Kind!

A Day as RBBB's Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator supports the success and growth of Read Better Be Better's Pathway to Education Professions program. Working closely with the Pathways Program Manager, this role helps maintain high-quality program implementation, strengthen participant engagement, and support expansion opportunities that connect high school students to careers in education.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule Opportunities, with Work-from-Home Fridays

Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans Available

Short-Term Disability, Accident Plan & Life Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Casual Dress Code

Work Environment

Work is performed in both off-site (school and community) and office environments, with travel throughout the Greater Phoenix area to support programming, meetings, and events.

What You Need to Qualify

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Nonprofit Management, Social Work, Community Engagement, or equivalent experience/continuing education

Strong communication, organization, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage conflict professionally and maintain positive relationships with students, partners, and team members

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to RBBB's mission, vision, and values

Valid Arizona driver's license (or ability to obtain before start)

Valid IVP fingerprint clearance card (or ability to obtain before start)

Successful completion of a Department of Child Safety (AZDCS) Central Registry check

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Office Suite and Slack

Preferred Qualifications

1–2 years of experience working with or leading high school students through mentorship, facilitation, youth leadership, camp counseling, or similar experiences

1–2 years of experience in education, youth-serving, or nonprofit organizations

Experience in program development or project management

Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems and project management platforms such as

Strong time management and self-direction skills