Literacy Project Manager - Aicardi Early Steps Program

Literacy Project Manager - Aicardi Early Steps Program The Aicardi Early Steps program uses evidence-based, "high-dosage" tutoring models in after-school settings, training volunteers and educators to work with elementary aged students to strengthen literacy skills, confidence, and school engagement. The Project Manager and Research Assistant will support the growth, evaluation, and impact of the Aicardi Early Steps program by integrating partnership development, project coordination, and research support. This role combines external engagement with community organizations with internal research and evaluation efforts to ensure programs are evidence-based, effectively implemented, and responsive to community literacy needs. The grant-funded position reports to the Director of the Aicardi Early Steps Initiative and works collaboratively with staff, faculty, and community partners to expand the program's reach and strengthen its mission.

Essential Functions:

Assist in coordinating and implementing literacy programs, professional development, and outreach activities; Conduct literacy training and coaching sessions for literacy coaches and staff implementing the program; Support the design and execution of research and evaluation efforts, including data collection, analysis, and reporting; Contribute to the development of grant proposals, funding applications, and partnership opportunities; Monitor program outcomes and assist in tracking impact using data-driven methods; Help disseminate findings through reports, presentations, and community engagement; Represent the Aicardi Early Steps program at events, meetings, and conferences as needed; Provide administrative and project management support across research and partnership initiatives; Ensure compliance with research standards, data integrity, and confidentiality practices.

Job Requirements:

Candidate Profile:

Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in education, social sciences, nonprofit management, or a related field. Familiarity with literacy pedagogy and experience leading professional learning for diverse, community-based audiences. 2-4 years of experience in project coordination, research support, partnership development, or related areas. Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills. Familiarity with basic research methods (qualitative and/or quantitative), IRB processes, and data management. Experience supporting grant writing or fundraising efforts is a plus. Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. Flexible hybrid work schedule - Remote work, Milton Curry College campus in office hours, or at project Boston area locations. Evening hours may be required. One-year grant funded position.

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Anticipated Start Date:

July 1. 2026

Additional Information:

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position. Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks. Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment. The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both. Inquiries about the implementation of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below: Juan M. Hernandez, Ed.

D, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Belonging, Interim Title IX and Section 504

Coordinator:

Office 121, King Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA. 02186. 617-333-2394, juan.hernandez@curry.edu Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"): Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921,

Telephone:

617-289-0111,

FAX:

617-289-0150;

TDD:

800-877-8339,

Email:

OCR.Boston@ed.gov . To apply, visit http://curry.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?

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