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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-arredondo@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


Margaret
Office Manager
Pheasant Ridge Center
margaret-lewis@ncjc.org

Family Support Program

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Leni
Family Support Worker
leni-hynes@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


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Jennifer
Family Support Worker
jennifer-comstock@ncjc.org


Early Childhood Program

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Estella
Lead Teacher - Infants
Pheasant Ridge Center

estella-hawthorne@ncjc.org


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Colleen
Lead Teacher - 4's
​Broadway Center

colleen-baldridge@ncjc.org

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Nahia
Lead Teacher - 2's
​Pheasant Ridge Center

nahia-bukhari@ncjc.org


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Sarah
Lead Teacher - 3's
​​Broadway Center

sarah-furnish@ncjc.org

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Jihan
Lead Teacher - 3's
​Pheasant Ridge Center

jihan-adam@ncjc.org


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Amy
Lead Teacher - 2's
​​Broadway Center

amy-floren@ncjc.org

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Heather
Lead Teacher - 4's
​Pheasant Ridge Center

heather-sims@ncjc.org


Youth Programs

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Bob
BASP Director
Alexander

bob-gibson@ncjc.org

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Cody
BASP Director
Garner

cody-embree@ncjc.org

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Kristen
BASP Director
Mark Twain

kristin-schwab@ncjc.org

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Jaclyn
BASP Director
Grant Wood

jaclyn-havill@ncjc.org

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!
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319-354-2886
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ncjc@ncjc.org 
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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
  • Get Involved
    • Join Our Team
    • Stay Connected
    • Become A Volunteer
    • Ways To Give
    • Take A Tour
  • Our Work
    • Early Learning
    • Youth Development >
      • Summer Camp 2025
      • School-based Programs
      • Center-based Programs >
        • Youth Empowered to Serve (Y.E.S.)
    • Family Support
    • Community Engagement
  • Donate Now!
    • Fundraising & Events >
      • Give Early Campaign
      • Spring Gala 2025 >
        • Good Neighbor Awards
        • Become A Sponsor
        • Photo Gallery
      • "Raise The Roof" Capital Campaign