Literacy Program Lead — Afterschool & Community Impact

YMCA; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Middle Tennessee is currently seeking a Literacy Coordinator to lead our volunteer-based reading intervention program and help improve literacy skills for children across Davidson County.

You will oversee the afterschool reading program, recruit students and volunteers, build partnerships with schools and families, and use assessments to track progress while guiding participants and families. This role offers opportunities to impact many lives through literacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (related field) with 1–2 years in literacy programming, or HS diploma with 4 years experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee afterschool reading program from recruiting students and volunteers to ensuring quality program operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, families, and community partners.
• Conduct reading assessments and use data to track and improve student outcomes.
• Provide resources and guidance to families, volunteers, and participants to foster a love of reading.
• Organize events, secure program spaces, and represent the YMCA at community outreach opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

High school diploma with 4 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The YMCA of Middle Tennessee is currently seeking a Literacy Coordinator to lead our volunteer-based reading intervention program and help improve literacy skills for children across Davidson County.

You will oversee the afterschool reading program, recruit students and volunteers, build partnerships with schools and families, and use assessments to track progress while guiding participants and families. This role offers opportunities to impact many lives through literacy.