Program Support Specialist

Job Title: Program Support Specialist 

Location: Works out of Piedmont office, supporting all program locations  

Schedule: Part-Time | 29 hours/week 

Typical Work Hours: Mon–Wed, Friday 

Start Date: August 2025 

Reports To: Director of Youth Programming 

Make an Impact at LaAmistad 

Are you passionate about education, community engagement, and nonprofit work? LaAmistad is seeking a motivated and flexible individual to support a variety of programs that serve students, parents, and families. 

In this role, you'll collaborate across departments to design and lead engaging activities, support program logistics, and ensure smooth on-the-ground execution at multiple sites. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to the development and improvement of LaAmistad’s programming through hands-on involvement, as well as gain valuable exposure to nonprofit operations, funding structures, and organizational needs. 

This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys working with diverse populations and wants to understand how community-based nonprofits create lasting change. 

About LaAmistad 

Mission: To prepare Latino students and families for success through academic and life enrichment programs. 

Vision: That Latino students and families achieve life-long self-sufficiency. 

Core Values: 

• Kindness: “The ability to speak with love, listen with patience and act with compassion.” 

• Excellence: "Every touch, every time, no exceptions." 

• Passion: "The energy and devotion that transforms work into a joyful pursuit." 

• Teamwork: "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." 

• Perseverance: “Grit, the raw endurance, hard work and passion that keeps you going despite obstacles.” 

Position Overview 

The Program Support Specialist plays a cross-functional role that supports the planning, implementation, and execution of various LaAmistad programs. 

While a key responsibility involves helping to design and deliver enrichment curriculum for the afterschool program, this role goes beyond curriculum by providing logistical, administrative, and on-site support where needed across the organization. This position is ideal for someone interested in contributing to impactful programming while gaining firsthand insight into nonprofit strategy, program development, and community-based operations. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Collaborate with the afterschool academic team to develop enrichment curriculum and activities appropriate for a range of age groups. 

• Provide rotating and as-needed support for all LaAmistad programs, including ESL, Alumni, Adult Education, Afterschool, and Birth to Five. 

• Conduct weekly site visits to multiple program locations to build rapport with staff, volunteers, and participants and ensure consistent quality and delivery. 

• Assist with material preparation and logistical support for events and ongoing programming. 

• Attend and participate in weekly and monthly team meetings to contribute ideas and feedback on program improvement and alignment with LaAmistad’s mission. 

• Engage in opportunities to observe and learn about nonprofit operations, funding strategies, and community impact efforts in collaboration with the directors of the organization and the development team. 

Duties 

• Provide hands-on support to program staff and volunteers at multiple sites. 

• Attend and contribute to training sessions, planning meetings, and professional development activities. 

• Perform administrative tasks such as inventory management, attendance tracking, and documentation. 

• Maintain strong communication with
  manager and other team members.  

• Provide additional on-site and office support as needed.  

• Lift and transport materials up to 30 lbs. and remain physically active throughout the workday. 

Qualifications 

• B.S. degree in education, social work, nonprofit management, or a related field  

• At least one year of experience working with children, youth, or families in an educational or community setting 

• At least one year of experience handling administrative or program support responsibilities 

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 

• Passion for service and a commitment to community engagement 

• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across diverse teams 

• Fluent in Spanish preferred but not  

• Experience working with the LatinX community preferred 

Note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.