Difference in Child's Reading Journey

Be the Difference in a Child's Reading Journey

A stable, safe home holds enormous possibilities for a low-income family striving to chart a more secure and hopeful future. With an average household income of just $11,743, Phoenix Family’s residents are often just one crisis away from becoming homeless. And, like millions of low-income individuals across the United States, they need more than housing to build personal and financial assets and overcome barriers to success - they also require services where they live.

Volunteers are vital in helping Phoenix Family reach our mission of helping people and changing lives. Last year, we received support from more than 350 volunteers, but even this is not enough to meet all the needs in our community. Whether you are looking for a seasonal or regular opportunity as an individual or a group, Phoenix Family offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to help our community.

Phoenix Family’s Youth Development, Families First and Senior Empowerment Programs provide those critical on-site services that help residents learn skills and gain perspectives that keep dreams of stability and hope realities for the future.

Phoenix Family’s staff and programs rely on trust, rapport, choice and convenience to engage residents in services. All services delivered are culturally appropriate and based on the desired outcomes of residents, including increased disposable income, increased educational levels, improved health, and strengthened social networks.

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

Sign up today and create an impact for the youth in your community!

Phoenix Family is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.