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Program Assistant

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Boca Raton, FL
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Education:
    4-Year Degree Required
    Salary:
    USD $30,000 - $42,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Education, Philanthropy

    Description

    Location: 7700 Congress Avenue, Suite 3212, Boca Raton, FL 33487

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Salary: $30,000 to $42,000 per year

    About Us

    Roots and Wings is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving children’s reading skills and supporting the teachers who inspire learning. We are seeking a Program Assistant to support and manage the daily operations of our programs and play a key role in ensuring organizational efficiency and program success.

    Key Responsibilities

    Program & Operations Support

    • Coordinate logistics for Project UpLift and the Above and Beyond Awards
    • Track program outcomes, gather and organize data, and assist with reporting
    • Maintain communication with school personnel and stakeholders
    • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external reporting requirements
    • Organize and maintain both digital and physical records

    Financial & Data Management

    • Maintain and update program funding records, including tracking of funds
    • Analyze and report data with a high degree of accuracy
    • Ensure strict confidentiality of all data

    Software & Tools

    • Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
    • Familiarity with scheduling tools such as Calendly

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in a nonprofit setting
    • Minimum 2 years of program support experience, preferably in a nonprofit or education-related organization
    • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, as well as attention to detail
    • Strong written and verbal communication across diverse audiences
    • Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism
    • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
    • Passion for advancing children’s literacy and celebrating educators

    Preferred Skills

    • Familiarity with educational programs or student-focused initiatives
    • Creative problem-solving skills
    • Experience with small-scale event logistics
    • Ability to enthusiastically represent Roots and Wings and its mission

    What We Offer

    • A collaborative, mission-focused team culture
    • Paid time off
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's literacy and honor educators

    To Apply

    Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to karyn@rootsandwingsinc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

    Location: 7700 Congress Avenue, Suite 3212, Boca Raton, FL 33487

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Salary: $30,000 to $42,000 per year

    About Us

    Roots and Wings is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving children’s reading skills and supporting the teachers who inspire learning. We are seeking a Program Assistant to support and manage the daily operations of our programs and play a key role in ensuring organizational efficiency and program success.

    Key Responsibilities

    Program & Operations Support

    • Coordinate logistics for Project UpLift and the Above and Beyond Awards
    • Track program outcomes, gather and organize data, and assist with reporting
    • Maintain communication with school personnel and stakeholders
    • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external reporting requirements
    • Organize and maintain both digital and physical records

    Financial & Data Management

    • Maintain and update program funding records…

    Location

    On-site
    7700 Congress Ave, Boca Raton, FL 33487, USA
    Suite 3212

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    To Apply

    Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to karyn@rootsandwingsinc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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