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Position
Executive Director
Overview The Lewis & Clark Literacy Council (L&CLC) is a non‑profit, volunteer organization serving adults, eighteen years and older, who are English language learners or adults with basic literacy needs by providing free literacy tutoring. We are seeking a passionate leader to direct efforts aimed at helping adults and their families acquire reading, writing, speaking, and English language skills, as well as workforce and life skills that will allow them to more fully engage with their community and improve their quality of life.
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the overall coordination and administration of the organization, within the boundaries set forth by the Board of Directors. The ED will work independently and as part of a team, to coordinate and assist a diverse group of students, tutors, volunteers, donors and resources. General areas of responsibility include program implementation and oversight, student and tutor recruitment and training, fundraising, and grant writing.
Details
Hours: Part‑time 20 hours/week, flexible hours (hybrid: office/at home)
Location: Helena, MT
Salary: $22‑$25 per hour depending on experience
Benefits: One week paid vacation after one year
Reports to: Board of Directors
Coordinates: Tutor and student matches (approx. 15‑30 people)
Job Duties 1. Student, Tutor, and Volunteer Recruiting, Training and Management – 30%
Works with linguistically and culturally diverse client populations.
Works with adults with literacy challenges.
Works with volunteers to guide and support them.
Recruits students and tutors through ongoing publicity efforts.
Organizes and teaches tutor‑training workshops.
Organizes Book Pals.
Supervises student/tutor relationships and coordinates the screening and placement of students and tutors.
2. Organization Administration and Oversight – 40%
Monitors scope and effectiveness of existing services on a continuing basis.
Makes recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding program changes.
Along with the board, develops and implements a strategic plan.
Administers the organization’s financial policies; along with the Board Treasurer, ensures the maintenance of the accounting system, books and records to keep proper control over the assets of the organization.
Along with the Treasurer prepares a proposed budget for the Board and Finance Committee.
Ensures compliance with financial reporting requirements.
Submits an annual report to the Board of Directors and other interested parties.
Establishes and maintains community relationships to facilitate needed support for the organization, i.e., volunteers, funding, recruitment of Board members.
Maintains a positive and effective relationship with other service providers in Helena and the surrounding area.
Establishes like relationships with state and national literacy organizations.
Updates and maintains web and social media presences (website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram accounts).
Promotes a positive image through personal and media contacts.
Maintains effective working relationships with students, volunteers, donors, employees and Board members through technology or in person.
3. Fundraising, Grants and Events – 20%
Presents and promotes fundraising knowledge and ideas.
Provides leadership and administration for fundraising activities.
Conducts research to determine opportunities for funding through grant programs.
Formulates and prepares grant proposals.
Plans public relations events and publicity campaigns.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred, however, not required.
Experience managing or leading people or projects.
Interested in promoting Adult, ESL and Family Literacy education.
Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Comfortable with and informed about fundraising ideas and techniques.
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with students, volunteers, donors, employees and Board members.
Experienced in Word, Excel, Google applications, Canva, Adobe Express.
Valid State of Montana driver’s license and access to own transportation.
Submit to a background check through Helena Public Schools.
How to Apply For consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, and two letters of recommendation to the Lewis and Clark Literacy Council: o EMAIL – lcliteracy@gmail.com (Attention: ED Hiring Committee). o MAIL – Lewis and Clark Literacy Council, P.O. Box 67, Helena, MT 59624 (Attention: ED Hiring Committee).
Please be sure to address the following in your letter of application: • Any non‑profit experience you have. • Any supervisory or management experience you have. • Reasons why you’re interested in student and/or adult literacy. • Experience teaching, tutoring, or providing training for others. • Please let us know the date of when you could start work if hired.
Recruitment for this position closes at 11:59 pm January 18, 2026.
The Lewis & Clark Literacy Council is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit, EIN #81‑0469892.
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Overview The Lewis & Clark Literacy Council (L&CLC) is a non‑profit, volunteer organization serving adults, eighteen years and older, who are English language learners or adults with basic literacy needs by providing free literacy tutoring. We are seeking a passionate leader to direct efforts aimed at helping adults and their families acquire reading, writing, speaking, and English language skills, as well as workforce and life skills that will allow them to more fully engage with their community and improve their quality of life.
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the overall coordination and administration of the organization, within the boundaries set forth by the Board of Directors. The ED will work independently and as part of a team, to coordinate and assist a diverse group of students, tutors, volunteers, donors and resources. General areas of responsibility include program implementation and oversight, student and tutor recruitment and training, fundraising, and grant writing.
Details
Hours: Part‑time 20 hours/week, flexible hours (hybrid: office/at home)
Location: Helena, MT
Salary: $22‑$25 per hour depending on experience
Benefits: One week paid vacation after one year
Reports to: Board of Directors
Coordinates: Tutor and student matches (approx. 15‑30 people)
Job Duties 1. Student, Tutor, and Volunteer Recruiting, Training and Management – 30%
Works with linguistically and culturally diverse client populations.
Works with adults with literacy challenges.
Works with volunteers to guide and support them.
Recruits students and tutors through ongoing publicity efforts.
Organizes and teaches tutor‑training workshops.
Organizes Book Pals.
Supervises student/tutor relationships and coordinates the screening and placement of students and tutors.
2. Organization Administration and Oversight – 40%
Monitors scope and effectiveness of existing services on a continuing basis.
Makes recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding program changes.
Along with the board, develops and implements a strategic plan.
Administers the organization’s financial policies; along with the Board Treasurer, ensures the maintenance of the accounting system, books and records to keep proper control over the assets of the organization.
Along with the Treasurer prepares a proposed budget for the Board and Finance Committee.
Ensures compliance with financial reporting requirements.
Submits an annual report to the Board of Directors and other interested parties.
Establishes and maintains community relationships to facilitate needed support for the organization, i.e., volunteers, funding, recruitment of Board members.
Maintains a positive and effective relationship with other service providers in Helena and the surrounding area.
Establishes like relationships with state and national literacy organizations.
Updates and maintains web and social media presences (website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram accounts).
Promotes a positive image through personal and media contacts.
Maintains effective working relationships with students, volunteers, donors, employees and Board members through technology or in person.
3. Fundraising, Grants and Events – 20%
Presents and promotes fundraising knowledge and ideas.
Provides leadership and administration for fundraising activities.
Conducts research to determine opportunities for funding through grant programs.
Formulates and prepares grant proposals.
Plans public relations events and publicity campaigns.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred, however, not required.
Experience managing or leading people or projects.
Interested in promoting Adult, ESL and Family Literacy education.
Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Comfortable with and informed about fundraising ideas and techniques.
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with students, volunteers, donors, employees and Board members.
Experienced in Word, Excel, Google applications, Canva, Adobe Express.
Valid State of Montana driver’s license and access to own transportation.
Submit to a background check through Helena Public Schools.
How to Apply For consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, and two letters of recommendation to the Lewis and Clark Literacy Council: o EMAIL – lcliteracy@gmail.com (Attention: ED Hiring Committee). o MAIL – Lewis and Clark Literacy Council, P.O. Box 67, Helena, MT 59624 (Attention: ED Hiring Committee).
Please be sure to address the following in your letter of application: • Any non‑profit experience you have. • Any supervisory or management experience you have. • Reasons why you’re interested in student and/or adult literacy. • Experience teaching, tutoring, or providing training for others. • Please let us know the date of when you could start work if hired.
Recruitment for this position closes at 11:59 pm January 18, 2026.
The Lewis & Clark Literacy Council is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit, EIN #81‑0469892.
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