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When she was five years old, Julie (Juliana) Villanueva first stepped into a KidWorks’ classroom as a preschool student. Now a freshman business major at Orange Coast College, Julie overflows… Continue Reading
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Our goal is to attract, develop, retain and promote a talented, diverse workforce where all employees can contribute to their highest potential.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified individuals to apply for open positions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, qualified disability, marital status, veteran or any other legally protected status.
The Marketing and Communications Manager is responsible for the organization’s communications and marketing activities by establishing and implementing an effective communication and marketing effort. The ideal candidate is self-driven; will effectively, and creatively communicate KidWorks mission to current and potential donors; develop marketing opportunities through various special fundraising events; and grow KidWorks’ impact and visibility in the community.
Director of Philanthropy Exempt / Full-Time Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision), Life Insurance, 401(k) Plan w/employer match, Employee Assistance Plan, Vacation Accrual, Paid Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.Reporting to the Senior Director of Programs, the Kinder-12th Grade Program Director is a dynamic, self-driven leader committed to personal development, academic success, and leadership growth for all students. The role is responsible for leading, managing, and ensuring accountability across all aspects of after-school programming, as well as summer programs and enrichment activities.
The Director oversees program design and evaluation, ensuring the development and implementation of engaging, quality curriculum and activities that align with organizational goals.
This role includes oversight of all Kinder-12th grade programs across multiple centers, ensuring consistency and excellence in program delivery. The Director currently oversees a main center and two satellite centers. They will oversee the launch of an additional satellite center this year, with the potential of additional centers in the future.
This position currently supervises four direct reports and oversees the overall Kinder-12th Grade team made up of fourteen staff. The Director also manages staff training and performance, applies department policies, and ensures adherence to health and safety standards. A key focus is fostering strong student engagement through innovative programming and maintaining effective partnerships with community stakeholders.
Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Program Assistant supports the implementation of year-round programming, consisting of afterschool programs, enrichment activities, leadership development and summer programs for students in grades K–12 at the KidWorks Cedar-Evergreen center. This role ensures the safety of all students by maintaining a structured, secure environment and adheres to safety protocols. The Program Assistant builds meaningful developmental relationships with students, fostering trust and providing mentorship to support their social, emotional, and academic growth.
The Program Assistant is also responsible for assisting in the daily delivery of program activities, ensuring they align with goals and student needs. They collaborate with the Site Supervisor to adapt programming and work closely with volunteers, offering guidance and support to enhance their effectiveness. Additionally, the Program Assistant tracks student attendance, participation, and progress, maintaining accurate records and assisting with data collection. Regular communication with parents is essential, as the Program Assistant provides updates on student progress and serves as a key liaison between the program and families. This position also assists in community building and engagement through an Asset Based Community Development approach to ensure we
are working in partnership with the community.
Reporting to the K-12 Program Director, the Program Assistant Substitute implements elements of year-round programs including, classroom instruction and enrichment activities for students ranging from Kinder – 12th grades, all while fostering developmental relationships.
K-12 Program Director Non-Exempt / Part-Time / Temporary Part-time Sick Accrual BenefitReporting to the Preschool Director, the Preschool Substitute is responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of daily on-site and virtual classroom lesson plans and assuring safety of children in the preschool classroom experience.
Preschool Director Non-exempt / Part time Sick Time Accrual per California Labor RequirementVolunteering is another way to get involved at KidWorks. Whatever your interests, talents, background and availability, there are volunteer opportunities for you.