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Meet our High School staff that's creating long-lasting change in the lives of our students. Learn more about our High School team. High School Staff Mr. David Pieper (He/Him/His) Principal Read More Ms. Gabriela Arriaga (She/Her/Hers) Registrar Read More Ms. Amiracle Harris (She/Her/Hers) Substitute LB1 Teacher - Diverse Learner's Department Read More Ms. Martha Aguirre-Miranda (She/Her/Hers) FLP Aide Read More Mr. Santiago Duran (He/Him/His) School-Based Counselor Read More Mrs. Terra Metz (She/Her/Hers) Math Teacher Read More Ms. Danielle Saguiped (She/Her/Hers) WIOA/YES Mentor Read More Ms. Michelle Greene (She/Her/Hers) FLP Supervisor Read More Mrs. Tiana Thomas (She/Her/Hers) Assistant Principal Read More Ms. Sabrina Benchaabane (She/Her/Hers) Substitute Teacher - Psychology & Science Read More Mr. Matthew Noack (He/Him/His) Social Studies Teacher Read More Mr. Ernesto Bautista (He/Him/His) After School Instructor Read More Ms. Kendra Hogan (She/Her/Hers) Post Secondary Mentor Read More Ms. Lucy Myerscough (She/Her/Hers) English Teacher Read More Ms. Janely Salgado (She/Her/Hers) RSP Mentor & Aventa Lab Coordinator Read More Ms. Myriah Pair (She/Her/Hers) LBS Read More Ms. Jemina Lyle (She/Her/Hers) School Culture & Climate Coordinator, YS3 Mentor, STLS Liaison, Student Advisor Read More Ms. Demia Fisher (She/Her/Hers) Culinary and Health Instructor Read More Mr. Maurice Render (He/Him/His) Dean of Students Read More Ms. Sonia Bernate (She/Her/Hers) FLP Aide Read More Ms. LaKim Lockett (She/Her/Hers) YMP Mentor & Aventa Lab Coordinator Read More Mrs. Maribel Ortega-Vazquez (She/Her/Ella) Compass Mentor, Academic Advisor & Department of Student Support Services Coordinator Read More Ms. July Bayasgalan (She/Her/Hers) Social Worker Read More Ms. Maria Roman (She/Her/Hers) Receptionist, Attendance Clerk Read More Related Content Curriculum Learn More Mentoring Learn More Family Literacy Program Learn More After School Programs Learn More

Meet our Workforce Development team that's creating long-lasting change in the lives of members of our community. Learn more about our Workforce Development team. Workforce Development Staff Filiberto Rios (He/Him/His) Division Director Read More Luz Hernandez (She/Her/Hers) Senior Financial Careers Facilitator Read More Zola Zeigler (She/Her/Hers) Intake and Data Entry Specialist Read More Tenoch Ang (He/Him/His) Lead Culinary Training Facilitator Read More Dean Martin Career Navigator Read More Hind Mustafa Elbanna (She/Her/Hers) Technology Training Program Supervisor Read More Sherri Richardson (She/Her/Hers) Senior Financial Careers Facilitator Read More Related Content Referral Form Learn More BankWork$ Learn More Tech#Ready Learn More Kitchen Learn More

Meet our Community Health team that's creating long-lasting change in the lives of members of our community. Learn more about our Community Health team. Community Health Staff Filiberto Rios (He/Him/His) Division Director Read More Myra Rodriguez (She/Her/Hers) Community Health Supervisor Read More Related Content Mental Health First Aid Learn More Health Education Learn More Food Pantry Learn More HIV Testing Learn More

Learn all about the boards of directors that help us grow in our community. Board of Directors Noam Avidov Learn More Becky Brueckel Learn More Jose Garcia Learn More Nancy Johnson Learn More Angela Mathew Learn More Bhavini Shah Learn More Helena C. Stangle Learn More Audra Wilson Learn More Subhadeep Bhattacharjee Learn More Ryan Dwyer Learn More Vachon Harper-Young Learn More Karyn Lewis Learn More Paul T. Metzger Learn More Kathleen Smith Learn More Jennifer Tedjeske Learn More Jeffrey Brubaker Learn More Tangela Feemster Enyia Learn More Tadd Ingles Learn More Brooke Lyon Learn More Morgan Pierce Learn More Jourdan Sorrell Learn More Cynthia A. Ullrich Learn More Executive Staff Auxiliary Board

Explore the leadership team that's creating long-lasting change throughout our communities in Chicago. Learn more about the Association House leadership team. Executive Staff Juan Carlos Linares President and CEO Learn More Jaime Garcia Senior Director of Human Resources Learn More Margarita Rosas Chief Financial Officer Learn More Emily Marion Senior Director of Behavioral Health Learn More Tanya A. Wade Senior Director of Clinical Operations Learn More Julie Rodriguez Executive Vice President Learn More Tom Mathews Director of Facilities Learn More Lincoln Stannard Senior Director of Community Development Learn More David Pieper High School Principal Learn More Harriet Sadauskas President Emeritus Learn More Lillian Bui Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives Learn More Jacqleen Musarra Vice President of Operations Learn More Damaris Acevedo Director of Child Welfare Learn More Filiberto Rios Senior Director of Community Health and Workforce Development Learn More Auxiliary Board Board of Directors

The Housing & Community Capacity Builder will serve with LUCHA in Chicago, IL, from September 2026-2027. LUCHA is part of Housing Action Corps, an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. Housing Action Corps members receive custom training, support, and networking opportunities in housing and community development, in addition to the traditional benefits of AmeriCorps VISTA. Learn more: housingactionil.org/americorps. LUCHA (the Spanish word for “struggle”) advances housing as a human right by empowering communities in the West and Northwest Side of Chicago through affordable housing development and community building. LUCHA provides resources that support housing stability and reduce displacement in West and Northwest Side Chicago neighborhoods, where residents are experiencing high housing costs and economic insecurity. The Housing & Community Capacity Builder will develop a volunteer engagement program; strengthen our grants pipeline through research, proposal development, and reporting; and enhance marketing efforts by documenting programs, elevating resident stories, and coordinating outreach and fundraising activities. Our ideal candidate is motivated by housing justice and strengthening neighborhoods alongside residents. We are looking for someone who is a natural problem solver, eager to learn, and able to build genuine connections with community members and partners. They should be self-driven, collaborative, and comfortable managing multiple projects. Strong writing skills are important, as the role includes drafting grants, reports, and outreach materials. Spanish language skills and prior experience in volunteer coordination, grant writing, or marketing are a plus, but not required! This position offers a $300 monthly supplemental benefit and professional development support. < Back 2026 LUCHA | Housing Action Corps | Community Builder Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role The Housing & Community Capacity Builder will serve with LUCHA in Chicago, IL, from September 2026-2027. LUCHA is part of Housing Action Corps, an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. Housing Action Corps members receive custom training, support, and networking opportunities in housing and community development, in addition to the traditional benefits of AmeriCorps VISTA. Learn more: housingactionil.org/americorps. LUCHA (the Spanish word for “struggle”) advances housing as a human right by empowering communities in the West and Northwest Side of Chicago through affordable housing development and community building. LUCHA provides resources that support housing stability and reduce displacement in West and Northwest Side Chicago neighborhoods, where residents are experiencing high housing costs and economic insecurity. The Housing & Community Capacity Builder will develop a volunteer engagement program; strengthen our grants pipeline through research, proposal development, and reporting; and enhance marketing efforts by documenting programs, elevating resident stories, and coordinating outreach and fundraising activities. Our ideal candidate is motivated by housing justice and strengthening neighborhoods alongside residents. We are looking for someone who is a natural problem solver, eager to learn, and able to build genuine connections with community members and partners. They should be self-driven, collaborative, and comfortable managing multiple projects. Strong writing skills are important, as the role includes drafting grants, reports, and outreach materials. Spanish language skills and prior experience in volunteer coordination, grant writing, or marketing are a plus, but not required! This position offers a $300 monthly supplemental benefit and professional development support. Requirements Member Duties: LUCHA serves communities in the West and Northwest Side neighborhoods of Chicago that are experiencing significant housing instability driven by rising rents, displacement, and long-standing economic inequities. We need a dedicated VISTA to build our capacity in volunteer engagement, grants development, and communications so LUCHA can expand our reach, secure more consistent funding, and better connect residents to housing and community resources. The Housing & Community Capacity Builder will establish a structured group volunteer program that supports resident engagement and strengthens community connection. They will support grants prospect research, proposal development, and reporting to strengthen LUCHA’s funding pipeline. The VISTA will also develop marketing and communications materials to better share LUCHA’s impact, elevate resident experiences, and engage funders, partners, and community members. Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours. Service Areas Community Outreach Community and Economic Development Neighborhood Revitalization Housing Health Skills Fund raising/Grant Writing Team Work Communications Public Health Public Speaking Community Organization Writing/Editing Social Services Recruitment Non-Profit Management . Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions

We're hiring! View our job openings and apply today to make lasting change in Chicago communities with our nonprofit team of purpose-driven, dedicated individuals. Careers Association House is rooted deep within our community and works day in and out to meet the needs of those living right down the block. Come and join our team today! See Open Positions Your Future Coworkers and Changemakers Life Skills on the Job: How Our Program Helps People With Disabilities Earn Their First Paychecks Today, we celebrate the possibilities within individuals living with cognitive disabilities at Association House. Jan 20 Your 2025 Annual Report is Here! Dear Friends, This year marks a defining moment in Association House’s 126-year long history. As we celebrate the completion of our 2023–2025 Strategic Plan, let us reflect on the journey that brought us here. Following the remarkable 27-year tenure of Harriet Sadauskas, I stepped into the role of CEO and President in 2021. During this time, our world was still navigating the lasting impacts of COVID-19. Still, we began drafting our new strategic roadmap. In an era marked b Jan 1 Digital Inclusion Week: Meet Our Tech Team! Learn more about our amazing technology staff, who create digital equity in our neighborhood every day! Oct 10, 2025 Diverse Teams & Competitive Benefits At Association House, we serve a diverse community of individuals, and our staff reflects that through our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Our team is built of talented and dedicated staff who choose to work here because of the difference they see in the community, and the support we offer back to them. Benefits DEI Commitment Open Positions Available Positions Select Division Reset 2026 LUCHA | Housing Action Corps | Community Builder View Job Full Time Science Teacher – Association House High School View Job Full Time Residential Support Specialist – Dulcinea (On Call) View Job Part Time Counselor II – Visions View Job Full Time Billing Manager – Behavioral Health View Job Full Time Care Manager – CCMTP View Job Full Time Residential Supervisor – Dulcinea View Job Full Time Self-Direction Assistance (SDA) – Home-Based Support Services: View Job Full Time Community Support Specialist – CST View Job Full Time Bilingual Case Aide – Child Welfare View Job Full Time Solar PV Installation Training Facilitator View Job Full Time

< All Staff Ms. Lucy Myerscough English Teacher How long have you worked as an educator? Two years! What inspires you as an educator? Watching the students teach each other and engage with the work that we are doing. They are able to develop a kind of community that is so unique to their needs and interests. Sometimes, I feel that I learn from them more than they learn from me! What's a fun fact about you? I'm from St. Louis! GO CARDINALS!!! Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

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Kathleen received her MBA at DePaul University and worked her way up at BMO Harris Bank as the Director of Business Transformation. < Back Kathleen Smith Kathleen originally attended the University of Iowa where she received her bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance while simultaneously competing as a division 1 athlete. After her time in Iowa came to a close, she came to Chicago where she completed her Master of Business Administration at DePaul University in the Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School. She then worked her way up the ladder at BMO Harris Bank and now resides as the Director of Business Transformation. Why I Serve? Kathleen is hoping to be able to continue to support the mission of the Association House alongside the staff and fellow broad members; perhaps bringing in a different perspective and new ideas around how to grow the Association House both deep and wide with expanded outreach in the community.

< All Staff Mrs. Tiana Thomas tthomas@associationhouse.org Assistant Principal How long have you been an administrator? I have been an educator for many, many years but have been in leadership for 7 years. What inspires you as an administrator? I continue to be inspired by the opportunity to create change in the lives of the youth I serve. I also continue to be inspired by my passion and desire to take on challenges when they arise. Thirdly, I continue to be inspired by success stories of the youth I have served and those I am serving. What is one fun fact about yourself? One of my favorite movies is Big Daddy starring Adam Sandler. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

Jennifer attended Ohio Northern University, College of Law then became a partner at Chapman and Cutler LLP Banking and Financial Services Department. < Back Jennifer Tedjeske Jennifer attended Westminster College and received her bachelor’s in Business Administration, and then went on to attend Ohio Northern University, College of Law. After college and gaining some experience in the field, Jennifer became a partner in the Chapman and Cutler LLP Banking and Financial Services Department. She is also a member of the Commercial Lending Practice Group. Why I Serve? n/a