Just as we ignite student success through removing barriers and connecting resources, we ignite success for our staff. Helping students shine means helping every member of our ecosystem achieve their goals.
At SparkWheel, you make student success happen—feeling supported and energized while doing meaningful work.
If you love building connections with students and helping them achieve their goals, consider a career at SparkWheel.
Make a real difference, while making a living.
SparkWheel
VALUES
Just as we ignite student success through removing barriers and connecting resources, we ignite success for our staff. Helping students shine means helping every member of our ecosystem achieve their goals. At SparkWheel, you make student success happen—feeling supported and energized while doing meaningful work.
Solutions-oriented
Using creative thinking, we see solutions to problems and recognize opportunities to connect local resources with those who need them the most.
Passionate
Making a difference is our north star. Whatever your role in the organization, you work toward building a world where barriers do not stand in the way of possibilities for those we serve.
Adaptable
We aren’t content with the same old, same old. We are open - always adapting the way we work with our staff, students, families, and communities to make the most difference.
Relationship-focused
We prioritize well-being and make sure everyone feels supported whether we are serving students and families or each other in our day-to-day interactions.
Kind-hearted
Using empathy and compassion, we provide a safe, non-judgmental place for every member of our team and those we serve.
Employee Benefits
Insurance
SparkWheel offers health, vision, dental, telehealth, pet insurance, and a variety of additional insurance benefits for full-time employees.
Travel Allowance
Full-time school-based staff are provided a monthly allowance to offset incidental program related in-town travel expenses.
PSLF Eligible
As a registered non-profit organization, we are a qualified employer for those going through the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Cell Phone Allowance
Full-time employees are provided a monthly allowance towards the use of their personal cell phones.
Out of Town Travel
Employees are reimbursed the cost of mileage when traveling for work out of town.
Flexible Fridays
All employees have the opportunity to participate in a flexible work schedule by taking afternoons off each Friday during June and July.
Personal Leave
New employees start with access to personal leave and paid holidays, school-based staff received additional paid time off during the month of July.
Credit Card
Full-time staff are provided with an agency credit card for business purchases.
Parental Leave
To support growing families, we offer Parental Leave. This is available for birthing parents, supportive partners, and for those receiving a child via adoption or foster care.
Work/Life Balance
SparkWheel supports a work/life balance through flexible time off policies, generous personal leave, and paid holidays.
Retirement
We help you prepare for life after your career by matching employee contributions in a 401k.
Mental Health Leave
All full-time employees receive mental health days in addition to Personal Leave. The policiy is inclusive of all mental health concerns and is up to the employee's discretion.
I came to SparkWheel looking for a job and I found a passion. I am blessed to serve amazing people and work with amazing people. I have found a purpose with endless benefits!
Dwayne Anthony
Associate Vice President of Core Programs