represents our community. Many of our staff members have graduated from our Earn a Bike program or are the family member of an Earn a Bike student. Interested in joining us? We hire regularly! Click below for a job description and details on how to apply.
Kim became Director of Community Bike Works in 2013. Under her leadership, the organization has grown to engage more students in a range of cycling, literacy, and leadership programs. Kim was previously a senior staff member at the National Low Income Housing Coalition. She has a bachelor's from Lycoming College and a master's in urban pl
Kim became Director of Community Bike Works in 2013. Under her leadership, the organization has grown to engage more students in a range of cycling, literacy, and leadership programs. Kim was previously a senior staff member at the National Low Income Housing Coalition. She has a bachelor's from Lycoming College and a master's in urban planning and policy from the University of Illinois - Chicago. She is a member of Citizen's Climate Lobby LV and a board member of LANTA.
As Deputy Executive Director, Dave manages all internal operations and current programming. Dave has his bachelor's degree in recreation and leisure services management from East Stroudsburg University. He served in the United States Air Force and has worked at the Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley and at KidsPeace. He enjoys ski
As Deputy Executive Director, Dave manages all internal operations and current programming. Dave has his bachelor's degree in recreation and leisure services management from East Stroudsburg University. He served in the United States Air Force and has worked at the Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley and at KidsPeace. He enjoys skiing, camping, and coaching youth soccer. Dave is a proud Allentown resident and William Allen High School alum.
As the Director of Programs, James oversees all of our programs across the Lehigh Valley, helping to provide opportunities for students to see their strengths and potential. James graduated from Bloomsburg University in 2007. Before moving into this role, James led various programs at Franklin Park and in Easton. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.
Adonis manages Earn a Bike and Drop-in at our downtown bike shop, and our recreational, road riding, track cycling, and mountain biking programs for all our students. He is a certified coach through the National Interscholastic Cycling Association. Adonis has a degree in criminal justice from LCCC. “I enjoy working with the students. Working with them is something new each day.”
Hana manages East Allentown Food Pantry. Hana graduated from William Allen High School and attended Long Island University in Brooklyn for four years, studying business management. “I was a child who grew up in Center City Allentown. I know what it’s like being one of these children, and I love helping to point them in the right direction.”
Madeline has a dual role at Bike Works: Her mornings are spent managing our database and coordinating other office tasks, and afternoons she runs our Junior Earn a Bike program. Madeline is a graduate of William Allen High School who has always had a desire to work with children. "It’s much more than teaching them tools or how to ride a b
Madeline has a dual role at Bike Works: Her mornings are spent managing our database and coordinating other office tasks, and afternoons she runs our Junior Earn a Bike program. Madeline is a graduate of William Allen High School who has always had a desire to work with children. "It’s much more than teaching them tools or how to ride a bike; it's the connection I make with the students that means a lot to me."
Nella joined CBW in 2022 as a Program Instructor at our Easton location where she helped to expand programming, engage with community and help students become confident riders. She now manages programming in Easton. Having earned a BFA from UArts, bike mechanic knowledge from Genesis and Trek Bicycles, and strong mom know-how from raisin
Nella joined CBW in 2022 as a Program Instructor at our Easton location where she helped to expand programming, engage with community and help students become confident riders. She now manages programming in Easton. Having earned a BFA from UArts, bike mechanic knowledge from Genesis and Trek Bicycles, and strong mom know-how from raising her favorite human, Levi, she enjoys providing a creative and inclusive workspace for students to flourish. Nella enjoys keeping vintage bikes road worthy and driving a van full of kids to new adventures.
Jeff graduated from Muhlenberg in the Class of ‘22 with a double major in Psychology and Business Administration. After three years of volunteering at our Madison St. Drop-in through Muhlenberg’s Office of Community Engagement, Jeff was brought on staff in a dual role. In the mornings and evenings, he coordinates fundraising and grants,
Jeff graduated from Muhlenberg in the Class of ‘22 with a double major in Psychology and Business Administration. After three years of volunteering at our Madison St. Drop-in through Muhlenberg’s Office of Community Engagement, Jeff was brought on staff in a dual role. In the mornings and evenings, he coordinates fundraising and grants, and in the afternoon, he co-coordinates our in-school Jr. Earn a Bike Program. “There’s definitely a lot to learn from our kids. You just have to take the time to listen and never forget to stay silly.”
Sadie is a Muhlenberg College graduate with a dual degree in Environmental Science and Public Health. Throughout her four years at Muhlenberg, Sadie volunteered at Bike Works for the Drop-in and Earn a Bike programs, which inspired her to continue working with Bike Works after graduating. She loves getting to work and build meaningful rel
Sadie is a Muhlenberg College graduate with a dual degree in Environmental Science and Public Health. Throughout her four years at Muhlenberg, Sadie volunteered at Bike Works for the Drop-in and Earn a Bike programs, which inspired her to continue working with Bike Works after graduating. She loves getting to work and build meaningful relationships with the students. Outside of Bike Works she enjoys hiking, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Brean has lived a life of bikes since being sent to bike camp at the age of 14. Since then, it has been touring, towning, bike messengering, wrenching, coaching, race directing and racing. Now he is a program instructor in Easton and absolutely LOVES sharing his bike life with the local community and youth, with a particular interest in
Brean has lived a life of bikes since being sent to bike camp at the age of 14. Since then, it has been touring, towning, bike messengering, wrenching, coaching, race directing and racing. Now he is a program instructor in Easton and absolutely LOVES sharing his bike life with the local community and youth, with a particular interest in getting kids to race. When not on the bike, which is rare, you will find Brean doting on his ludicrously spoiled cats or perhaps cross-country skiing. But, tbh, he's probably on a bike right now.
Reilly was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley and has been riding since age four. Her passion for cycling has everything to do with the Velodrome and their Friday night races, which she attended every week with her dad. She graduated from Lehigh Valley Charter High School of the Arts in 2022 and took an adventurous detour to Los Angeles
Reilly was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley and has been riding since age four. Her passion for cycling has everything to do with the Velodrome and their Friday night races, which she attended every week with her dad. She graduated from Lehigh Valley Charter High School of the Arts in 2022 and took an adventurous detour to Los Angeles, before returning to the Valley and finding a place as a Program Instructor at Community Bike Works! In her free time, Reilly enjoys spending time outside, playing bass guitar, or cuddling with one of her seven pets. Her favorite part of working at CBW is being able to form meaningful relationships with the kids of Allentown and seeing the impact of those relationships.
Jose Monte De Oca graduated from William Allen High School in 2022, and is originally from Dominican Republic. He enjoys bike riding, working on cars, and teaching kids life lessons through fixing bikes. Jose has been a Bike Works student since November 2020 in our online classes during the pandemic. He climbed his way up to become a Yout
Jose Monte De Oca graduated from William Allen High School in 2022, and is originally from Dominican Republic. He enjoys bike riding, working on cars, and teaching kids life lessons through fixing bikes. Jose has been a Bike Works student since November 2020 in our online classes during the pandemic. He climbed his way up to become a Youth Apprentice in July 2021 and became a full time staff member in 2023.
Omar is a William Allen High School graduate of 2022 and is currently attending LCCC pursuing a degree in Biology. He started out as an Earn Bike student for nearly a decade and rose his way to being a volunteer. He was then promoted to a Program Instructor in 2022 and also helps run our East Side Food Pantry. Here’s a note from the man
Omar is a William Allen High School graduate of 2022 and is currently attending LCCC pursuing a degree in Biology. He started out as an Earn Bike student for nearly a decade and rose his way to being a volunteer. He was then promoted to a Program Instructor in 2022 and also helps run our East Side Food Pantry. Here’s a note from the man himself: “I want to support the community the same way it has supported me."
Florrie joined the Bike Works team in Fall 2024, coordinating and leading all Allentown, Bethlehem, and Fountain Hill In-school Earn a Bike programming. They shortly began writing grants as well! Before Bike Works, Florrie taught Mandarin Chinese for 7 years at the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts and loves working with you
Florrie joined the Bike Works team in Fall 2024, coordinating and leading all Allentown, Bethlehem, and Fountain Hill In-school Earn a Bike programming. They shortly began writing grants as well! Before Bike Works, Florrie taught Mandarin Chinese for 7 years at the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts and loves working with youth. In their free time, they enjoy bike rides, crochet, and being at home with their partner and cat, surrounded by many houseplants.
Brittany Graduated from Cedar Crest College earning her degree in Early Childhood Education. She earned her bike through the Earn a Bike Program when she was 17. After that she became a volunteer teaching the Earn a Bike Class. When the program was created, she was hired on as the Jr Earn a Bike instructor. Now her son joins her as one of
Brittany Graduated from Cedar Crest College earning her degree in Early Childhood Education. She earned her bike through the Earn a Bike Program when she was 17. After that she became a volunteer teaching the Earn a Bike Class. When the program was created, she was hired on as the Jr Earn a Bike instructor. Now her son joins her as one of the Jr students. “Teaching has been my dream since I was five. I get to come to work and live out my dream every day!”
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.
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Parent Representative
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Laura Zaharakis
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Tony Zimmermann
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The Community Bike Works Board of Directors develops a vision for the organization and, along with the executive director, establishes and evaluates goals and policies to build that vision. Directors have fiduciary responsibility for Bike Works; they approve the budget, review financial records, and ensure adequate funds are raised. Directors serve as advocates for Bike Works in the community.
Community members generally join the board through membership on one of our board committees, including events, fund development, or marketing.
Email kim@communitybikeworks.org to learn more.
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