Children's Programs Assistant (Volunteer)

Children’s Programs Assistant (Volunteer)

Department: Programs

Organization: A Free Bird | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Location: Remote

Commitment: 5-10 hours per week | 3-month minimum

About Us:

A Free Bird is a New York City-based nonprofit that empowers children diagnosed with cancer through the healing power of the arts. We provide young artists with the support, tools, and guidance they need to explore creative mediums such as music, writing, painting, acting, and more. Through our programs-Dream Big, Take Flight, and Fly Free-we help children find hope, strength, and expression through their artistic passions.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Children’s Programs Assistant to support our Programs Director in the daily management of A Free Bird’s artistic and therapeutic programming. This volunteer will play a vital role in ensuring smooth communication, organization, and execution across multiple initiatives, including internal projects and public-facing events. You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting program development while learning directly from leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Programs Director with ongoing projects, scheduling, research, outreach, and communication
• Draft and send professional emails on behalf of the Director
• Maintain and update the Programs calendar with key meetings, deadlines, and events
• Create and manage templates, documents, and spreadsheets for internal use
• Take phone calls or join meetings on behalf of the Director as needed
• Coordinate with Programs Coordinators across Dream Big, Take Flight, and Fly Free to relay tasks and updates
• Support outreach efforts to schools, hospitals, and partner organizations
• Attend and assist with A Free Bird events and fundraising initiatives
• Maintain organized records and collaborative files shared with other team members
• Ensure alignment with A Free Bird’s mission and contribute to its impact

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Psychology, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Education, or a related field
• OR at least 1 year of experience in an assistant or administrative support role
• Exceptional organization, time management, and communication skills
• Self-motivated, responsive, and comfortable working independently
• Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Drive)
• Comfortable using multiple devices (desktop, laptop, smartphone, tablet)
• Professional and compassionate demeanor, especially when working in a child-focused environment

Additional Information:

• This is a volunteer position requiring a 3-month commitment with 5-10 hours per week
• You must have access to a reliable internet connection, phone, and computer
• Weekly check-ins via phone or video are required

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief message of interest to hr@afreebird.org. We look forward to learning how you can help us support and inspire young artists.