Mentoring Matters!
Dedicated Educators
Empowering Students Through Mentorship & Academic Support
Every student deserves someone who believes in their potential.
At Working in Leadership Development (WILD Inc.), we believe students thrive when they have access to caring mentors, dedicated educators, and a strong support system. Through mentoring, tutoring, encouragement, and individualized academic support, we help young people build the confidence, skills, and relationships they need to succeed in school and in life.
Our dedicated mentors, tutors, educators, and volunteers bring their time, knowledge, and experience to every student they serve. More importantly, they bring a genuine commitment to each young person's success. They create supportive learning environments where students feel seen, heard, encouraged, and motivated to reach their full potential.
Through personalized academic assistance and meaningful mentoring relationships, WILD Inc. helps students:
- Strengthen academic skills and improve learning outcomes
- Build confidence and self-esteem
- Develop effective study and problem-solving skills
- Set and achieve personal and educational goals
- Build positive relationships with caring adults
- Develop leadership and life skills
- Discover their strengths and recognize their potential
We understand that every student is unique and that success does not look the same for everyone. That's why we meet young people where they are, provide individualized support, celebrate their progress, and encourage them to believe in what they can achieve.
At WILD Inc., we don't just help students learn. We help them believe in themselves, discover their potential, develop their leadership, and build stronger futures.
Programs & Services
Our Programs & Services
Building confidence. Developing leaders. Creating stronger futures.
At Working in Leadership Development (WILD Inc.), we are committed to helping young people recognize their potential, overcome barriers, and develop the skills they need to succeed academically, personally, and as future leaders.
Our programs and services provide students with consistent support, positive relationships, and opportunities to learn, grow, and lead.
Academic Support & Tutoring
WILD Inc. provides individualized academic assistance designed to help students strengthen their educational foundation and become more confident learners.
Services may include:
- One-on-one and small-group tutoring
- Homework assistance
- Academic enrichment
- Study skills development
- Reading and literacy support
- Math and problem-solving support
- Academic goal setting
- Assistance with school assignments and projects
Our goal is not simply to help students complete their work, but to help them develop the skills and confidence to become more independent learners.
Mentoring
Every young person deserves a caring adult who believes in them.
Our mentoring services connect students with positive role models who provide encouragement, guidance, accountability, and support.
Through meaningful mentoring relationships, students have opportunities to:
- Build confidence and self-esteem
- Develop positive decision-making skills
- Establish personal and educational goals
- Strengthen communication and interpersonal skills
- Develop healthy relationships
- Navigate challenges and identify solutions
- Explore their interests, strengths, and future possibilities
Leadership Development
WILD Inc. helps young people discover that leadership is not simply about having a title—it is about recognizing your value, taking responsibility, serving others, and using your voice.
Leadership development opportunities focus on:
- Leadership skills
- Communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Public speaking
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Goal setting
- Self-advocacy
- Responsibility and accountability
- Community engagement
Students are encouraged to become active participants in their schools, families, and communities.
Life Skills & Personal Development
Academic success is only one part of preparing young people for the future. WILD Inc. also provides opportunities for students to develop practical life skills that support independence and personal growth.
Topics and activities may include:
- Personal responsibility
- Time management
- Organization
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Healthy decision-making
- Goal setting
- Financial awareness
- Career exploration
- College and career readiness
Youth Enrichment
WILD Inc. creates opportunities for young people to learn beyond the traditional classroom while exploring their interests and developing new skills.
Enrichment activities may include:
- Educational workshops
- Creative activities
- Cultural experiences
- Career exploration
- Leadership activities
- Community service
- Team-building activities
- Educational field experiences
- Youth-centered special events
These experiences encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence, and a greater sense of connection to the community.
College & Career Readiness
We help students begin thinking about their future early by exposing them to educational and career possibilities.
Students may receive support with:
- Identifying educational and career goals
- Exploring career interests
- Developing workplace skills
- Resume and interview preparation
- College and postsecondary planning
- Understanding educational pathways
- Connecting with career and educational resources
Our goal is to help young people see possibilities for their future and develop a plan to move toward them.
Family & Community Support
WILD Inc. recognizes that young people are most successful when families and communities are engaged in their development.
When appropriate, we connect students and families with community resources, supportive services, educational opportunities, and other organizations that can help address barriers to success.
Our Approach
At WILD Inc., we meet young people where they are.
We recognize that every student has different strengths, experiences, interests, and needs. Our approach combines academic assistance with mentoring, leadership development, life skills, and positive relationships to support the whole young person.
We believe every young person has potential. Our job is to help them recognize it, develop it, and use it to build a stronger future.
Commitment to Excellence
Our Mission
At Working in Leadership Development (WILD Inc.), our mission is clear: we are unwavering in our commitment to pursuing excellence both inside and outside the classroom.
We strive to provide families and schools with academic peace of mind by connecting students with qualified mentors, tutors, and educators who are committed to their growth and success.
Through high-quality, high-dosage mentoring and tutoring, WILD Inc. provides students with consistent, individualized support that strengthens academic skills, builds confidence, develops leadership abilities, and prepares young people to pursue their educational and future goals.
We believe that when students have the right support, encouragement, and opportunities, they can overcome challenges, recognize their potential, and succeed.
WILD Inc. is committed to helping every student learn, grow, lead, and build a stronger future.
WILD Inc. Adult Education & Literacy — HiSET/GED Program
Free HiSET® & GED® Preparation Classes
Your goals. Your future. Your next opportunity.
WILD Inc. offers free Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) classes through virtual and face-to-face instruction. Our program helps eligible Missouri adults strengthen their academic skills, prepare for the High School Equivalency (HSE) exam, and develop skills for education, employment, and career advancement.
What We Offer
Adult Education and Literacy instruction may include:
- Reading
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- English Language Competency
- Workplace Literacy
- Digital Literacy
- Civics
- Citizenship
- HiSET® and GED® preparation
- Career-specific workforce preparation
Certified instructors provide instruction and support to help adult learners build the knowledge and skills necessary to work toward their educational and career goals.
Flexible Learning Options
WILD Inc. provides both:
Virtual Classes
Learn from the convenience of home with online instruction and support.
Face-to-Face Classes
Receive in-person instruction in a supportive classroom environment.
Who Can Participate?
AEL programs provide services free of charge to eligible Missouri residents who are at least 17 years of age, or 16-year-olds who have met Missouri's compulsory school attendance requirements.
To be eligible for AEL services, individuals must also have at least one qualifying barrier, such as:
- Basic skills deficiency or low literacy levels based on assessment
- Lack of a high school diploma or equivalency
- Need for English language instruction
Prepare for Your Future
Adult learners can receive preparation for Missouri's High School Equivalency examination—HiSET® or GED®—while developing skills connected to career and workforce opportunities.
English learners can strengthen their English language skills while learning about citizenship responsibilities and preparing for the workforce.
It's never too late to continue your education, strengthen your skills, and work toward your goals.
Get Started Today!
Free classes. Virtual and in-person options available.
If you are interested in HiSET®/GED® preparation or Adult Education and Literacy services, contact WILD Inc. for more information and to learn about enrollment and eligibility.
Phone: 314-952-6169
Email: mentoringmatters@wildinc.org
Address: 3963 West Belle Place, St. Louis, MO 63108