Read to Learn Adult Literacy Program Assistant

Township High School District 214 Community Education Foundation; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Part time

Job summary

Township High School District 214 Community Education Foundation is seeking a compassionate and organized Program Assistant to support the Read to Learn Adult Literacy Program at Forest View Educational Center. This part-time role involves handling learner registration, coordinating volunteers, preparing materials, and supporting daily operations to connect adult learners with tutors.

The position offers daytime hours Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and Saturdays based on program

Qualifications

• Some college preferred, ideally AA in Early Childhood Education.
• High School Diploma or equivalent minimum.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
• Data entry skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• 2 years’ experience in an administrative/office role.
• The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, able to work collaboratively with others in a team environment, and able to handle multiple priorities/deadlines.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Respond to volunteer tutor and adult learner inquiries via telephone, email, website, and Literacy Hotline in a timely manner.
• Assist with preparations for tutor training workshops and Site Supervisor meetings, including refreshments and supplies.
• Prepare calendars, lists, schedules, and materials for adult learner registration and site openings/closings.
• Assist site supervisors with adult learner registration and testing.
• Coordinate twice‑yearly email to volunteer tutors and adult learners.
• Maintain supply of RTL flyers and office materials.
• Order printed materials from internal printing services.
• Enter RSVP monthly hours online.
• Maintain office equipment and handle mail distribution and general forms.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Data entry

Administrative experience

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Read to Learn Adult Literacy Program Assistant JobID: 5208

• Position Type: COMMUNITY EDUCATION/ Employee
• Date Posted: 7/6/2026
• Location: Forest View Educational Center
• Date Available: Immediately

Open Doors Through Literacy. Support Lifelong Learning.

DISTRICT 214 Community Education is seeking a compassionate and organized Program Assistant to support the Read to Learn Adult Literacy Program, helping adult learners and volunteer tutors connect through educational opportunities that strengthen our community. Whether assisting with learner registration, coordinating volunteers, preparing program materials, or supporting daily operations, we’re looking for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to help others succeed. If you’re passionate about education, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact, this is an excellent opportunity to support a program that changes lives through literacy. This part‑time position offers daytime hours Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and Saturdays based on program needs.

Help create opportunities for lifelong learning—one learner, one tutor, and one success story at a time.

HOURS/SCHEDULE

This is a part‑time grant‑funded position, requires a minimum of 12 hours per week. The schedule primarily consists of daytime hours, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and Saturday hours based on program needs. Exact hours are to be determined. This is an IMRF position.

SALARY

$24.00 per hour

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to volunteer tutor and adult learner inquiries via telephone, email, website, and Literacy Hotline in a timely manner. Maintain documentation of contacts for statistical reporting purposes.
• Assist with preparations for tutor training workshops and Site Supervisor meetings, including refreshments, obtaining needed supplies, assembling folders, etc.
• Prepare calendars, lists, schedules, and materials necessary for adult learner registration and site openings and closings.
• Assist site supervisors with adult learner registration and testing.
• Coordinate twice‑yearly email to volunteer tutors and adult learners.
• Maintain supply of RTL flyers for office and for outside distribution.
• Order printed materials from Studio 214 Internal Printing Services.
• Enter RSVP monthly hours online.
• Shared responsibility for keeping office copiers and fax machine operational, mail distribution, replenishing general office forms, supplies, etc.
• Provide assistance to other Community Education staff members, as needed.
• Reports to the Read to Learn Program Coordinator. Perform other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Some college preferred, ideally AA in Early Childhood Education.
• High School Diploma or equivalent minimum.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
• Data entry skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• 2 years’ experience in an administrative/office role.
• The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, able to work collaboratively with others in a team environment, and able to handle multiple priorities/deadlines.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing, lifting and walking are required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Ability to lift 20 lbs., bend, stoop, and stretch overhead. Ability to travel to local off‑site locations.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

High School Diploma or Illinois High School Equivalency Certificate required

• A resume listing experience, training and education
• Three current letters of recommendation or names of references

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.