Education for Change (EFC) is Oakland’s largest charter management organization, non-profit. We operate 7 free public charter schools in and serve over 3,000 Tk-10 students in the Fruitvale and Elmhurst neighborhoods of East Oakland.

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EDUCATION FOR CHANGE

EDUCATION FOR CHANGE's headquarters in Oakland, CA, United States

Jacey de la Torre

R. Cody Cortes

Pamela Briskman

Ernest Peterson

Noah Bradley

Ashley Potts

Abigail Nuñez Ed.d.

Brandee Stewart

Sundar Chari

Mollyrose McBride

Natasha Mariana Ali

Sandra Barrios

Nicole Medina Do

Lawren B. Keaton

Jasmin Tow

Jordan Dixon

Meg Roberto Williams

Naomi Perl

Brittany Weinbrenner

Bennett Collier

Christopher Thomas

Kibos Buscovich

The Teaching and Education team at Education for Change (EFC) is dedicated to delivering high-quality, inclusive education to TK-10 students across seven public charter schools in East Oakland. Comprised of specialists in various subjects including Art, English Language Arts, Special Education, Physical Education, and Humanities, the team implements diverse instructional strategies to foster student growth and achievement. They work collaboratively to support differentiated learning needs, integrate arts into education, and promote both academic excellence and social-emotional development.

Teaching and Education

The Teaching and Instruction team at Education for Change focuses on delivering high-quality education to K-10 students across seven public charter schools in East Oakland. Comprising directors specializing in various disciplines and a dedicated group of teachers, the team collaborates to develop and implement effective curriculum strategies, enhance early literacy and mathematics education, support English learners, and provide specialized education services to meet the diverse needs of all students.

Teaching and Instruction

The Leadership Team at Education for Change (EFC) is responsible for setting the strategic vision, ensuring academic excellence, and driving organizational growth. This team, composed of top executives including the CEO, Chiefs of various departments, and strategic officers, works collaboratively to oversee the administration, talent acquisition, curriculum development, student support services, and long-term planning for EFC’s charter schools in East Oakland.

Leadership Team

The Talent Management Team at Education for Change oversees the recruitment, enrollment, and retention of both staff and students. They manage HR functions, ensure credential compliance, and develop strategies to attract and retain top talent and students, thereby supporting the organization’s mission to provide quality education for the communities in East Oakland.

Talent Management Team

The Community and Partnerships team at Education for Change focuses on fostering strong connections between the schools, local families, and the broader community. Through strategic outreach, collaborations with businesses, and family engagement initiatives, they support student success and enhance educational opportunities within the Fruitvale and Elmhurst neighborhoods.

Community and Partnerships

The Operations Team at Education for Change ensures seamless day-to-day functioning of the organization’s charter schools. The Payroll Manager handles employee compensation, the Network Operations Manager oversees IT infrastructure and connectivity, and the Director of Site Operations coordinates facility management and logistical support across all school sites. Together, they maintain efficient operations to support the educational mission.

EDUCATION FOR CHANGE

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Teams

Teaching and Education

Teaching and Instruction

Leadership Team

Talent Management Team

Community and Partnerships

Operations Team

Offices

EDUCATION FOR CHANGE

Org chart

Teams

Teaching and Education

Teaching and Instruction

Leadership Team

Talent Management Team

Community and Partnerships

Operations Team

Offices

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