Open Position: Program Coordinator – Reading Mentors

Part-time | 20 hours/week | September – June | Portland & East Multnomah County

Do you love working with kids and volunteers? Are you passionate about helping students who learn differently discover their strengths? The Shadow Project is looking for a Program Coordinator – Reading Mentors to make a meaningful difference in the lives of K–8 students.

In this role, you will:

• Support community volunteer reading mentors at partner schools.
• Build strong relationships with educators, students, and families 
• Work one-on-one with students who struggle with reading, helping them gain skills and confidence.
• Help bring families together by staffing school and community events.

Schedule & Location

This is a part-time, non-exempt position (20 hours/week, September–June). Most of your time (about 85%) will be spent in person at our partner schools in Portland and East Multnomah County, with some remote work (about 15%). During peak seasons, you may spend additional time in schools.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $27–$28/hour
• 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off, totaling up to 14 days of leave
• Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state law
• Laptop and general office supplies provided
• $25/month remote work stipend
• Reimbursement for travel expenses between work sites

A complete job description is available here.

About The Shadow Project

The Shadow Project’s mission is to make school more accessible and engaging for K–8 students with learning challenges like dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and trauma. We believe in an education system that celebrates learning differences and supports every student to thrive.

How to Apply

We’d love to have you on our team! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter describing your qualifications for the position to Bryan Baker, Sasquatch HR, at bryan@sasquatchhr.org.

Suggested Email Subject Line: Application – Program Coordinator, Reading Mentors