STAIR of Birmingham

STAIR of Birmingham Through one-on-one tutoring, STAIR empowers students with the tools to read better and dream bigger, because every child deserves to read on grade level.

While Birmingham has seen improvement in student achievement, there’s still a lot of work to be done. 3 out of 4 Birmingham students are currently unable to reach reading benchmarks. The single greatest predictor of high school graduation and career success is third grade reading proficiency. Children who can’t read are unlikely to graduate from high school, find their life’s work, or read their c

hild’s favorite bedtime story. Two afternoons a week, STAIR students work one-on-one with a dedicated volunteer focused on their individual literacy needs, empowering them to start their adventure in reading. During COVID-19, tutors and students are meeting virtually. After completing the program, STAIR students are excited to pick up a book and read independently, putting them on the path to proudly walk across their graduation stage, apply for their dream job, and teach their own kids to read

We are so thankful for this amazing group of school site directors and assistants - educators, community members, and de...
08/28/2026

We are so thankful for this amazing group of school site directors and assistants - educators, community members, and dedicated volunteers - who ensure tutors get the support they need to make the most out of every session with their student. We’re all getting ready to kick off the 2026-27 tutoring program in mid-September.

It’s not too late to volunteer as a tutor! You can make a big difference by supporting parents and teachers in their efforts to boost literacy for their students. Sign up at link in comments. 📚✏️🌟

We have several Site Director and Assistant Site Director positions open at stairbirmingham.org/jobsPlease visit our sit...
07/13/2026

We have several Site Director and Assistant Site Director positions open at stairbirmingham.org/jobs
Please visit our site to see the job descriptions, locations, and how to apply!
Working with STAIR is so rewarding and we'd love for you to consider joining our team!

Our Summer Book Drive is rounding the corner to the finish line and we still have a LOT of book bags to fill for our stu...
07/10/2026

Our Summer Book Drive is rounding the corner to the finish line and we still have a LOT of book bags to fill for our students' home libraries! This week's feature is "Little Red and the Very Hungry Lion" - it's a classic fairytale with a safari twist and our students LOVE it.

Here's how you can get more imaginative books likethis one in our students' homes!
Head to stairbirmingham.org/bookdrive and scroll to\the Thank You Books site link.
👌 Order a book (or a few!) and choose In Store Pick Up at checkout.
❤ Thank You Books will hold your order in store for us to pick them up for our students!

"What is a word tutors often use to describe volunteering with STAIR for $100?"❤"Meaningful"❤Helping a young Birmingham ...
07/08/2026

"What is a word tutors often use to describe volunteering with STAIR for $100?"
❤"Meaningful"❤
Helping a young Birmingham student learn how to be a confident reader is, indeed, meaningful. When a child learns to read, they excel in ALL subjects in school because they are comprehending the text and using their skills (and imaginations) to really understand what they're studying.
Sign up for this meaningful volunteer opportunity at stairbirmingham.org/tutor

Summer has been fun but raise your hand if you're ready to get back on the Adventure in Reading with a Birmingham studen...
07/07/2026

Summer has been fun but raise your hand if you're ready to get back on the Adventure in Reading with a Birmingham student???
If you're ready to START that adventure for the first time this fall - you can go ahead and sign up now! Sites fill up fast. And there's no need to wait to secure your preferred school location!

"Sandra Markle's bestselling What If You Had... series is now in Scholastic's Level 2 reader format! Perfect for kids ju...
06/24/2026

"Sandra Markle's bestselling What If You Had... series is now in Scholastic's Level 2 reader format! Perfect for kids just learning to read independently, this imaginative book explores what would happen if you looked in the mirror and saw a pair of animal eyes instead of your own."

Here's how you can get more imaginative books like this one in our students' homes!
Head to stairbirmingham.org/bookdrive and scroll to the Thank You Books site link.
👌 Order a book (or a few!) and choose In Store Pick Up at checkout.
❤ Thank You Books will hold your order in store for us to pick them up for our students!

Swipe to see why we're raising funds and collecting books this summer for our students' home library book bags this fall...
06/22/2026

Swipe to see why we're raising funds and collecting books this summer for our students' home library book bags this fall 😄😍
Having books of their very own at home reinforces everything they learn in the classroom and in STAIR tutoring sessions.
Take a look at our previous posts to see how you can get involved!

Did you know that you can choose to tutor one OR two days a week? If you only have one afternoon that works for your sch...
06/18/2026

Did you know that you can choose to tutor one OR two days a week? If you only have one afternoon that works for your schedule, that's OK! Like these 2 women in the photo, they were both paired with the same student so she could receive consistent support from one tutor on Wednesday and the other on Thursday. "Partner Tutors" as we like to call them ☺️
If you have questions about how (or how often) you can be involved - don't hesitate to reach out to Destiny at [email protected] with questions!

"All Because You Matter" is next up on our Summer Reading List and the message is just as beautifully written as the ill...
06/16/2026

"All Because You Matter" is next up on our Summer Reading List and the message is just as beautifully written as the illustrations found on each page.
If you need a refresher on how our Summer Reading Book Drive works - swipe left or read below!

This summer, we are partnering with to fill next year's Take Home Library Book Bags (and to encourage Summer Reading for all!)
Here's how it works :
📚 Each week, we'll highlight a book from our STAIR Book List >> you head to stairbirmingham.org/bookdrive and scroll to the Thank You Books site link.
👌 Order a book (or a few!) and choose In Store Pick Up at checkout.
❤ Thank You Books will hold your order in store for us to pick them up for our students!

"WORTH IT" - we know that tutors take time out of their schedules, routines, and drive to schools to help a Birmingham s...
06/16/2026

"WORTH IT" - we know that tutors take time out of their schedules, routines, and drive to schools to help a Birmingham student become a confident reader. And you know what several of our tutors say about that change in their day to day? It's WORTH IT! Worth it to watch a child confidence grow and to see the potential they have.
Want to join our tutors on a very worthwhile mission for our students? Sign up at stairbirmingham.org/tutor

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120 18th Street S. Ste. 202
Birmingham, AL
35233

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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