Nonprofit
Published 8/27/25 12:00AM

Hut, Hut, HIKE! Become a Reading Coach today!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Kansas City, MO
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    1 hour a week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    40
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Housing & Homelessness, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Hut, Hut, HIKE! Become a Reading Coach today!

    Help Kids Discover the Joy of Reading and Improve Their Literacy Skills!

    Volunteer reading coaches are the core of our after-school youth literacy program, HIKE (Help Instill the Key to Education). As a HIKE volunteer, you'll work one-on-one with students in grades K-8 who are working hard to improve their reading skills. In just one hour, you can help a child gain confidence, succeed in school, and see new possibilities for their future.

    You don't need any teaching experience. We'll provide the training, lesson plans, and activities. All you need to bring is yourself!

    Details:

    • Reading labs are Monday-Thursday with two different sessions each day, one at 4:30 and one at 5:15
    • You choose your own shifts; we're flexible!
    • Training, materials, and ongoing support provided

    Steps for Getting Started:

    • Fill out a quick volunteer application http://bit.ly/3JFFC6F
    • Attend orientation where we'll cover everything you need to know
    • Complete a background check
    • Start signing up for shifts!

    Questions? Reach out to volunteer coordinator, Hanna, hstracener@phoenixfamily.org

    You can be the reason a child feels confident opening a book.

    Watch our video to learn more: Who Better than Family?

    Location

    On-site
    Will provide at orientation, Kansas City, Missouri, US

    How to Apply

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