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Our Team

represents our community. More than half of the Community Bike Works staff has graduated from our Earn a Bike program, or is the family member of an Earn a Bike student. Interested in joining us? Community Bike Works is now hiring a Program Instructor! Click below for a job description and details on how to apply. 

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Staff

Kim Schaffer, Executive Director

Adonis Cannon, Downtown Allentown Program Manager & Cycling Coordinator*

Kim Schaffer, Executive Director

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.

Dave Edinger, Deputy Director

Adonis Cannon, Downtown Allentown Program Manager & Cycling Coordinator*

Kim Schaffer, Executive Director

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.

Adonis Cannon, Downtown Allentown Program Manager & Cycling Coordinator*

Adonis Cannon, Downtown Allentown Program Manager & Cycling Coordinator*

Adonis Cannon, Downtown Allentown Program Manager & Cycling Coordinator*

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 Cannon, East Allentown Program Manager*

Madeline Marte, Office Manager & Jr. EAB Coordinator*

Adonis Cannon, Downtown Allentown Program Manager & Cycling Coordinator*

Hana manages our East Allentown bike mentoring programs, including a regular Girls' Night Earn a Bike. 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 chi

Hana manages our East Allentown bike mentoring programs, including a regular Girls' Night Earn a Bike. 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.”

James Williams, Easton Program Director

Madeline Marte, Office Manager & Jr. EAB Coordinator*

Madeline Marte, Office Manager & Jr. EAB Coordinator*

James has been with Community Bike Works since 2010. He has headed, Earn a Bike, Youth Leadership, Gaining Traction, Drop-in, and Bike Rides in his time at CBW. He is currently managing the Easton location of the organization. He has a bachelor's degree from Bloomsburg University, having studied Communications. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids.

Madeline Marte, Office Manager & Jr. EAB Coordinator*

Madeline Marte, Office Manager & Jr. EAB Coordinator*

Madeline Marte, Office Manager & Jr. EAB Coordinator*

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."

Erick Marfil, East Allentown Program Coordinator*

Josh Ortiz, Youth Mentoring and Partnerships Coordinator

Erick Marfil, East Allentown Program Coordinator*

Erick is an Earn a Bike graduate and the parent of two Bike Works students. He mentors youth in our East Allentown bike programs, and also manages our East Allentown bike shop. Erick earned his associate degree in social work from LCCC. His focus is on preventing youth from making the same mistakes he did. "No matter where you're from, it

Erick is an Earn a Bike graduate and the parent of two Bike Works students. He mentors youth in our East Allentown bike programs, and also manages our East Allentown bike shop. Erick earned his associate degree in social work from LCCC. His focus is on preventing youth from making the same mistakes he did. "No matter where you're from, it's never too late to turn your life around. Another chance can change a lifetime." 

Mac McMahon, Program Instructor

Josh Ortiz, Youth Mentoring and Partnerships Coordinator

Erick Marfil, East Allentown Program Coordinator*

 Mac graduated from William Allen High School in 2011, and he is currently working toward a degree in Information Science and Technology at Penn State. Mac co-founded a nonprofit in 2018 called Al For Anyone, and he is passionate about teaching kids about life through bikes and technology. "There is no better feeling in the world than the

 Mac graduated from William Allen High School in 2011, and he is currently working toward a degree in Information Science and Technology at Penn State. Mac co-founded a nonprofit in 2018 called Al For Anyone, and he is passionate about teaching kids about life through bikes and technology. "There is no better feeling in the world than the one you get from helping a student develop a passion for learning about something they love." 

Josh Ortiz, Youth Mentoring and Partnerships Coordinator

Josh Ortiz, Youth Mentoring and Partnerships Coordinator

Josh Ortiz, Youth Mentoring and Partnerships Coordinator

Josh is an Earn a Bike graduate. Josh started at Community Bike Works at the age of eleven. He graduated from William Allen High School, and later received his Bachelor's in Strategic Communication from Temple University. The former student, Apprentice, and Program Aide has found early youth mentorship in his life at Community Bike Work t

Josh is an Earn a Bike graduate. Josh started at Community Bike Works at the age of eleven. He graduated from William Allen High School, and later received his Bachelor's in Strategic Communication from Temple University. The former student, Apprentice, and Program Aide has found early youth mentorship in his life at Community Bike Work to be very impactful.

He formally served as the Co-Founder and Director of Operations at media agency Only Elite Matters, Events Producer at PhillyCreate, and Project Manager at Little Giant Creative.


Jeff Varrone, Grants Coordinator & Program Instructor

Sadie Aten, Social Media Coordinator & Program Instructor

Josh Ortiz, Youth Mentoring and Partnerships Coordinator

 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 Aten, Social Media Coordinator & Program Instructor

Sadie Aten, Social Media Coordinator & Program Instructor

Sadie Aten, Social Media Coordinator & Program Instructor

Sadie is a Muhlenberg College graduate with a double major 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. At Bike Works she instructs our Franklin Park Ear

Sadie is a Muhlenberg College graduate with a double major 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. At Bike Works she instructs our Franklin Park Earn a Bike program. 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.

We're Hiring!

Join Our Team

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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Board of Directors

Claire Aylward 

PPL Services Corporation, Retired


Jean Blanc

Senior Quantitative Engineer - Gas Asset Management & Performance,

PECO  

  

Bob Boehret 

Vice President, Sales, TURGLA  


Shalon Buskirk  

PA Lottery  


Adrian Cousens  

Partner, Gross McGinley LLP   


Joe Goldfeder, Treasurer 

Assistant Vice President, Valley National Financial Advisors


Lara Kuhns, Secretary 

Lutron  


Nick Mittica

VP, Business Development, Verdagy


Melanie Sanchez-Jones

Community Representative

 

Dolores Singletary, Chair  

Community Representative 


Bob Snyder, Vice-Chair

Community Representative


Olga Torres

Community Action Lehigh Valley 


Laura Zaharakis  

School Counselor, Allentown School District  


Tony Zimmermann 

Vice President, Healthcare Systems, B. Braun 


*Denotes Earn a Bike graduate or family member

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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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