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Community Bike Works, a thriving youth development organization, seeks full-time and part-time Program Instructors to help students learn life skills through hands-on bicycle lessons.   

JOB DESCRIPTION    |   Program Instructors teach our Earn a Bike or Junior Earn a Bike classes while building relationships with students and performing needed administrative tasks. The Program Instructor will:   

• Teach classes at our Allentown and Easton bike shops, and in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton schools.  

• Help lead our afterschool and summer Drop-in program by coordinating fun and educational activities. 

• Build meaningful relationships with students that offer them mentorship and support. 

 • Maintain student records and complete other administrative tasks needed to run programs.  

• Assist with bike repairs, bike donations, and in the upkeep of the Community Bike Works bike shop. 

• Participate in recreational bike rides on local trails. 

• Represent Community Bike Works in the community.  

QUALIFICATIONS  |   The ideal candidate has the patience and enthusiasm to help students learn and succeed. Candidates must be self-motivated and willing to learn, able to work both independently and as part of a team. Every team member helps ensure that the values of Community Bike Works, including racial and economic justice, are upheld in all interactions with students, parents, and partners. Successful candidates will:  

• Complete state and federal child abuse clearance checks. 

• Have a current driver’s license and a driving record that allows you to drive a company vehicle.  

• Be comfortable on a bike or willing to learn.  

• Have proof of COVID-19 vaccination.  

• The ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred but not required.   • No mechanical background is necessary; training will be provided.   

HOURS & SALARY  |  Full-time positions are available Mondays through Fridays, 10 am to 6 pm or 11 am to 7 pm depending on time of year. Occasional Saturdays are required. Full-time positions begin at $42,600 per year ($20.50 per hour) and include 12 paid holidays plus paid vacation, sick, and personal time. Community Bike Works covers 100% of the cost of excellent health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as an Employee Assistance Program. After one year, full-time employees are eligible for our SIMPLE IRA and tuition reimbursement. Other benefits include a bike, a monthly cycling reimbursement, and logo shirts and sweatshirts. 

Candidates for part-time positions should be available Monday-Thursday from 2 to 7 pm, Friday from 2 pm to 6 pm, and some Saturdays. Part-time positions begin at $18/hour and include paid time off and a bicycle.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY |  Community Bike Works is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation or preference, or physical or mental disability. Applicants who have participated in Earn a Bike or who are family member of an Earn a Bike student are encouraged to apply. 

No applicant has experience in all areas of our work. If you are willing to learn, we encourage you to apply.    

APPLY   |   Please submit a resume and short letter that describes your interest in the position to: Dave Edinger, Deputy Executive Director, dedinger@communitybikeworks.org. Call 610-434-1140 with questions.