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The People Behind
​Our Mission

 Our team is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where families, youth, and neighborhoods thrive.​ Connect with these leaders to learn more or collaborate with us.

Admin Team

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Rachel
Executive Director

rachel-rockwell@ncjc.org


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Chastity
Development & Communications Director
chastity-dillard@ncjc.org

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RaQuishia
Associate Director
raquishia-harrington@ncjc.org


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Fiona
Office Manager
Broadway Center

fiona-zachel@ncjc.org

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Jana
Early Childhood Director
jana-garrelts@ncjc.org


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Bella
Volunteer & Community Engagement Specialist
bella-williams@ncjc.org

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Ali
Business Manager
alison-dietsch@ncjc.org


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Michael
Neighborhood Health
​Equity Director

michael-shaw@ncjc.org

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Serenity
Nutrition Coordinator
nutrition-coordinator@ncjc.org


Family Support Program

Katie
Family Support Worker
katie-newcomb@ncjc.org

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Jihan
Family Support Worker
jihan-adam@ncjc.org

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Hanadi
Family Support Worker
hanadi-elshazali@ncjc.org

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Aaron
Family Support Worker
aaron-wanguwabo@ncjc.org

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Laura
Family Support Worker
laura-martinez@ncjc.org

Early Childhood Program

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Estella
Lead Teacher - Infants
Pheasant Ridge Center

estella-hawthorne@ncjc.org

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Nahia
Lead Teacher - 2's
​Pheasant Ridge Center

nahia-bukhari@ncjc.org

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Eman
Lead Teacher - 3's
​Pheasant Ridge Center

eman-ali@ncjc.org

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Heather
Lead Teacher - 4's
​Pheasant Ridge Center

heather-sims@ncjc.org

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Colleen
Lead Teacher - 4's
​Broadway Center

colleen-baldridge@ncjc.org

Awatif
Lead Teacher - 3's
​​Broadway Center

awatif-ahmed@ncjc.org

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Amy
Lead Teacher - 2's
​​Broadway Center

amy-floren@ncjc.org

Youth Programs

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Cody
BASP Director
Garner

cody-embree@ncjc.org

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Jaclyn
BASP Director
Grant Wood

jaclyn-havill@ncjc.org

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Lauren
Youth Programs Coordinator
lauren-willberg@ncjc.org

Our Team In Action

Our team of over 100 passionate individuals reflects the diversity, cultures, and experiences of the families and youth we serve. Together, we are dedicated to creating safe spaces and brighter futures for our community.
If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact in our community, visit our employment page and join us in supporting families and neighborhoods!
Learn More Today!

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Main Office Phone:
319-354-2886
E-mail:
ncjc@ncjc.org 
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2491 
Iowa City, Iowa 
52244 
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Mission
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
    • Our Board of Directors
    • Our Impact >
      • 2023-2024 Impact Report
  • Get Involved
    • Join Our Team
    • Stay Connected
    • Become A Volunteer
    • Ways To Give
    • Take A Tour
  • Our Work
    • Early Learning
    • School-based Programs
    • Family Support
    • Community Engagement
  • Donate Now!
    • Giving Tuesday 2025
    • Fundraising & Events >
      • Give Early Campaign
      • Spring Gala 2026 >
        • Good Neighbor Awards
      • "Raise The Roof" Capital Campaign