Career & Volunteer Opportunities
Join a dynamic, forward-thinking organization on a mission to innovate the education-to-career experience such that all Sonoma County students have rewarding careers that strengthen their lives, our community and the workforce.
Click the job titles to the right to see more detail about each open position.
Thank you for your interest in working with CTE Foundation. At this time, there are no hiring opportunities available. Please stay up to date through our News & Updates page or sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know of future opportunities.
Let’s discuss how you can help make a positive impact in the lives of Sonoma County students.
CTE Foundation invites community members to share their passion, expertise and leadership by volunteering on one of our Board Committees. These committees help guide key aspects of our mission to innovate the education-to-career experience to strengthen student success. Opportunities are available on the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), Fund Development and Program Committees:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee
Help us embed equity into everything we do.
The DEI Committee supports CTE Foundation’s commitment to diversity, equity, belonging and antiracism. This group works closely with staff and Board members to evaluate internal policies and ensure our programs, partnerships and funding decisions reflect the communities we serve.
As a DEI Committee member, you may:
- Help develop and monitor a DEI action plan
- Review policies related to hiring, board governance and community engagement
- Support efforts to create equitable access to our programs
- Provide input on outreach and retention strategies for a diverse workforce and board
- Join quarterly meetings and contribute to a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement
We’re looking for thoughtful community members with a passion for equity and a willingness to engage in meaningful, community-centric dialogue.
Fund Development Committee
Join the team powering our mission through philanthropy.
This committee works to sustain, expand and innovate CTE Foundation’s fundraising efforts. By building relationships and identifying new opportunities, the Fund Development Committee plays a key role in helping us grow our impact across Sonoma County.
As a Fund Development Committee member, you may:
- Help shape our fundraising strategy and annual goals
- Make connections with local leaders, funders and businesses
- Support donor outreach, storytelling and events
- Serve as an ambassador for our mission in your networks
- Attend three meetings per year and at least one donor salon or event
This is a great fit for individuals with a passion for community building, storytelling and advancing education through strategic partnerships.
Program Committee
Help shape programs that prepare students for what’s next.
The Program Committee helps evaluate, refine and guide CTE Foundation’s investments in student-centered, career-connected learning. Committee members work with staff to assess existing programs, explore new opportunities and ensure our work aligns with the needs of students, schools and employers.
As a Program Committee member, you may:
- Review and advise on program funding strategies
- Assess proposals and progress reports to recommend investments
- Visit local schools and programs to see our impact in action
- Share insights from your community or industry
- Attend regular meetings and participate in school site visits when available
This is a great opportunity for educators, professionals or advocates who want to support meaningful learning opportunities for Sonoma County youth.
If you have interest in joining one of our committees, please fill out the form below:
ABOUT CTE FOUNDATION
Career Technical Education Foundation (CTE Foundation) is among the fastest-growing nonprofit organizations in Sonoma County. Founded in 2013, the organization has experienced exponential growth expanding the staff from 1 FTE to 7 FTE employees and grown fundraising revenue from $150,000 to over $2 million annually. CTE Foundation attracts public and private funding to support programs/initiatives that align local education (schools, programs, teachers, students) with local economic, workforce and employer demand. CTE Foundation works to improve the economic outlook for Sonoma County’s youth by providing incentive grants and support for programs to local schools (K-12, Post-Secondary) to expand and enhance education offerings that deepen student engagement, provide career exploration through real-world learning, and connect students to education/career paths leading to local high demand, high skill and high wage careers.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace at CTE Foundation. We seek candidates from all backgrounds with broad experiences to help us bring innovative solutions to our education system and ensure our diverse population of students have equitable access to quality, career-connected learning experiences. We are deliberate about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking team members who are strong in their own aptitudes; demonstrate curiosity in their learning and onboarding; exercise initiative in meeting assigned tasks and objectives; and who also share our values of student equity, empowerment, engagement and entrepreneurial mindset. There is tremendous growth opportunity for the right candidate. We see these opportunities developing as we build our financial and human capacity in order to meet the growing need in our community and ensure large-scale impact.
