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Published 1/6/26 3:57PM

Become an Academic Coach for Youth in Foster Care

The HAY Center
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Houston, TX
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (evenings)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+

    Description

    Academic Coaching Volunteer

    Help foster youth ages 14 and up living in Residential Treatment Centers succeed in school. Volunteers work with small groups to provide homework help, teach study and organizational skills, and encourage confidence and engagement. No formal teaching experience is required, just a willingness to support and inspire youth as they reach their educational goals.

    Where: Throughout the greater Houston area

    Training & ongoing support provided

    Learn more or sign up for an upcoming virtual informational session:

    https://signup.com/go/dTHtQwS

    Contact: Laura.Meares@harriscountytx.gov

    Location

    On-site

    Greater Houston Area

    3131 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77003, USA
    Directions

    This is the location of the HAY Center. Residential Treatment Centers, where volunteering will take places, are located throughout the Greater Houston Area.

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