Volunteer Guest Instructor / Mentor

Start: Immediately (rolling hiring)

Type: Volunteer

Location: Partner schools and sites across Philadelphia, including James Rhoads, Lewis C. Cassidy, Laura H. Carnell, Ellwood, Clara Barton, James R. Lowell, H.A. Brown, Overbrook High School, Edison High School, Dobbins CTE High School, and ACLAMO Early Learning Center, plus other schools and childcare centers

Schedule: Weekday afternoons, flexible. One-time workshops or recurring weekly sessions.

Share your talent, career, or life experience with Philadelphia youth. KMDE invites professionals, artists, athletes, entrepreneurs, and community members to lead a guest session or mentor students.

What you might do

- Lead a one-day workshop or guest talk in your field (music, dance, public speaking, karate/basketball, yoga/mindfulness, financial literacy, culinary, media, and more)

- Mentor students on goals, careers, confidence, and leadership

- Support community events such as Increase the Peace with our sister nonprofit, King's Introduction to Leadership

- Talk with students about your career path

Who we're looking for

- Adults (18+) with a skill, profession, or experience to share

- Positive role models who are patient, reliable, and respectful of every young person

- No teaching experience needed; KMDE will help you plan your session

- Must obtain all three PA clearances listed below (free volunteer clearances may apply)

About Us

King Me Da Empire Youth Services (KMDE) is a Philadelphia youth enrichment organization founded by Christopher Burney. Our philosophy, "Meet Them Halfway," uses what young people already love — sports, music, digital media, performing arts, food, and entrepreneurship — as a pathway to learning, leadership, and confidence. We run weekly after-school classes (6–8 week cycles), one-day workshops, and summer and weekend programs for students from preschool through high school, partnering with schools, childcare centers, out-of-school-time providers, and nonprofits across Philadelphia.

Learn more: https://kingsintroductiontoleadership.org/king-me-youth-services

Required Clearances

Pennsylvania law requires all three before working with youth (KMDE can guide you through the process):

- PA Child Abuse History Clearance (DHS)

- PA State Police Criminal Background Check (PATCH)

- FBI Criminal Background Check with fingerprinting

Volunteers may qualify for free clearances and the PA volunteer waiver where eligible.

To get involved: Email kingmetheempire@gmail.com with a short intro and what you'd like to share, subject line "Volunteer – [Your Name]."