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26-27 COOL School After School Classroom Leader - Santa Rosa
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$19 - $20/hr
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26-27 COOL School After School Classroom Leader - Santa Rosa
Petaluma, CA · On-site
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Petaluma, CA · On-site
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Training & Development: o Lead the Educational Development team, set clear goals, manage ... Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) preferred The ideal candidate has a combination of ...
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Training & Development: o Lead the Educational Development team, set clear goals, manage ... Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) preferred The ideal candidate has a combination of ...
Training & Development: o Lead the Educational Development team, set clear goals, manage ... Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) preferred The ideal candidate has a combination of ...
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$60K - $200K/yr
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Assistive Technology Professional (ATP)
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Assistive Technology Professional (ATP)
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$100K - $110K/yr
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Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development for team members & leaders at all levels. * Oversee compliance programming to ensure adequate resources are in place and properly ...
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Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development for team members & leaders at all levels. * Oversee compliance programming to ensure adequate resources are in place and properly ...
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$100K - $135K/yr
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AmeriCorps Neighbor to Neighbor - Sonoma County
Petaluma, CA
$3.0K/mo
Full-time
Re-posted 5 days ago
Job description
AmeriCorps Neighbor to Neighbor - Sonoma County at Research & Professional Development Center Share on X Print Application Deadline 8/31/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 7/30/2026 Contact Aeryn Jungerman Number of Openings 1 Salary Single Rate $3000 Monthly Add'l Salary Info $250 one time relocation stipend if moving 250 miles from host site Length of Work Year 11 months Employment Type Full Time About the Employer The Napa County Office of Education (NCOE) is a public agency that provides academic services and enrichment opportunities for students, teachers and the community, as well as critical business services for school districts. NCOE partners with the five public school districts in Napa County on a variety of programs and issues. NCOE also operates numerous federal and state grants including a robust AmeriCorps program and state-wide projects supporting Special Education students.
NCOE's Early Childhood Services program is a leader in inclusive classroom structures. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications See full position description and apply here: https://americorpsatncoe.applytojob.com/apply/WHkNT6KVjC/AmeriCorps-Neighbor-To-Neighbor-In-Sonoma-County Position Title: Full Time Member, 1700 hr. (11 Months) Stipend Amount: $3,000.00 per month Service Term: October 13, 2026 - August 31, 2027 Reports to: Program Planner/ Host Site Supervisor Host Site Locations: https://americorpsatncoe.applytojob.com/apply/WHkNT6KVjC/AmeriCorps-Neighbor-To-Neighbor-In-Sonoma-County Position Summary Neighbor-to-Neighbor (N2N) AmeriCorps Fellows serve in communities across Northern California to build volunteer infrastructure and strengthen community engagement within nonprofits and local government agencies (Host Sites)
Their work supports the development of thriving, connected neighborhoods that are more resilient to challenges such as social isolation, climate change, and disasters. Their work supports the development of thriving, connected neighborhoods with the goal of creating more resilient communities in the face of challenges such as social isolation, climate change, and disasters. Fellows serve by: Creating sustainable systems to connect neighbors and to recruit, train, manage, and support volunteers and Neighborhood Leaders; Engaging the community through outreach, neighborhood events, and awareness-building around social connection, climate action, and disaster preparedness; Supporting partnership development and fundraising efforts to strengthen volunteer programs and community initiatives.
This position offers a meaningful opportunity to grow and apply leadership, community organizing, and program development skills while making a lasting difference. Fellows receive extensive training in volunteer management, community engagement, and nonprofit professional practices throughout their service term. Program Overview Neighbor-to-Neighbor (N2N) Fellows are AmeriCorps members who serve at nonprofit and government agencies across Northern California to build and strengthen sustainable community engagement initiatives.
The program focuses on reducing social isolation, increasing volunteer participation, and expanding infrastructure for climate action and disaster preparedness awareness. Each N2N Fellow is placed at a single Host Site, where they serve primarily "behind-the-scenes" to design and implement systems that enable meaningful volunteer engagement, support the development of Neighborhood Leaders, and respond to local needs. Fellows work to build volunteer infrastructure, create pathways for neighbor-to-neighbor connection, and promote long-term community resilience.
In tandem with this systems-focused work, Fellows actively engage with the local community to build relationships, understand community dynamics, and inform inclusive and intentional engagement strategies. N2N Fellows are part of a 20-member cohort, serving in pairs at Host Sites across the region. Throughout their 11-month service term, Fellows participate in regular collaboration, professional development, and AmeriCorps training to support their growth and impact.
Requirements / Qualifications See full position description and apply here: https://americorpsatncoe.applytojob.com/apply/WHkNT6KVjC/AmeriCorps-Neighbor-To-Neighbor-In-Sonoma-County Position Title: Full Time Member, 1700 hr. (11 Months) Stipend Amount: $3,000.00 per month Service Term: October 13, 2026 - August 31, 2027 Reports to: Program Planner/ Host Site Supervisor Host Site Locations: https://americorpsatncoe.applytojob.com/apply/WHkNT6KVjC/AmeriCorps-Neighbor-To-Neighbor-In-Sonoma-County Position Summary Neighbor-to-Neighbor (N2N) AmeriCorps Fellows serve in communities across Northern California to build volunteer infrastructure and strengthen community engagement within nonprofits and local government agencies (Host Sites). Their work supports the development of thriving, connected neighborhoods that are more resilient to challenges such as social isolation, climate change, and disasters
Their work supports the development of thriving, connected neighborhoods with the goal of creating more resilient communities in the face of challenges such as social isolation, climate change, and disasters. Fellows serve by: Creating sustainable systems to connect neighbors and to recruit, train, manage, and support volunteers and Neighborhood Leaders; Engaging the community through outreach, neighborhood events, and awareness-building around social connection, climate action, and disaster preparedness; Supporting partnership development and fundraising efforts to strengthen volunteer programs and community initiatives. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to grow and apply leadership, community organizing, and program development skills while making a lasting difference.
Fellows receive extensive training in volunteer management, community engagement, and nonprofit professional practices throughout their service term. Program Overview Neighbor-to-Neighbor (N2N) Fellows are AmeriCorps members who serve at nonprofit and government agencies across Northern California to build and strengthen sustainable community engagement initiatives. The program focuses on reducing social isolation, increasing volunteer participation, and expanding infrastructure for climate action and disaster preparedness awareness.
Each N2N Fellow is placed at a single Host Site, where they serve primarily "behind-the-scenes" to design and implement systems that enable meaningful volunteer engagement, support the development of Neighborhood Leaders, and respond to local needs. Fellows work to build volunteer infrastructure, create pathways for neighbor-to-neighbor connection, and promote long-term community resilience. In tandem with this systems-focused work, Fellows actively engage with the local community to build relationships, understand community dynamics, and inform inclusive and intentional engagement strategies.
N2N Fellows are part of a 20-member cohort, serving in pairs at Host Sites across the region. Throughout their 11-month service term, Fellows participate in regular collaboration, professional development, and AmeriCorps training to support their growth and impact. Comments and Other Information Position Commitment: Full-time, 11-month commitment serving a minimum of 1700 hours, may include some evenings and weekends.
Hours are generally Monday - Friday from 8:00 - 5:00PM (will vary by Host Site placement) Service hours are expected to occur in-person and N2N Fellows are required to live within a reasonable commute distance from their Host Site. Must be comfortable regularly interfacing with the community. All service hours performed must be approved program related service activities, and not prohibited or unallowable AmeriCorps activities as listed in member contract & handbook.
Comments and Other Information Position Commitment: Full-time, 11-month commitment serving a minimum of 1700 hours, may include some evenings and weekends. Hours are generally Monday - Friday from 8:00 - 5:00PM (will vary by Host Site placement) Service hours are expected to occur in-person and N2N Fellows are required to live within a reasonable commute distance from their Host Site. Must be comfortable regularly interfacing with the community.
All service hours performed must be approved program related service activities, and not prohibited or unallowable AmeriCorps activities as listed in member contract & handbook. Links Related To This Job NCOE Commitment To Diversity NCOE Core Values Diversity, Equity and Inclusion CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.
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