Star Readers Tutoring
Help Kids Become Better Readers
Volunteers make a difference in the lives of thousands of children through Ready.Set.READ! From office work to tutoring, we have opportunities available to meet your interests and time commitments.
To get started, fill out the Volunteer Form and a member of our team will contact you. You must be 18 years or older to apply.
Clearances
Child abuse clearances and criminal history checks are required to work with the children in our programs. To learn how to obtain your documentation, visit our Volunteer Clearances page for instructions and information.
If you have any questions, please contact Madison Spence-Moore at 610-685-4574 or madisons@uwberks.org
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Star Readers Tutors
Tutors are needed to help first and second grade students throughout Berks County improve their reading skills. Star Readers is currently in 12 school districts.
Read Alliance
High school students in the Reading and Governor Mifflin School Districts are needed to tutor elementary school students. Student tutors receive a stipend and valuable work experience.
Other Ways to Help
Be an advocate
Children in Berks County need you to advocate for more investments in high quality early learning and Pre-K. Learn why this issue is so critical for our children, both locally and across the state, and lend your voice to the cause.
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