LightHouse Staff
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Community Means Everyone – Lisamaria Martinez, Director of Community Services
One in a continuing series of staff profiles “People who are blind go to the gym, Pier 39, volunteer at soup kitchens…we are everywhere in the community,” Lisamaria Martinez, LightHouse’s Director of Community Services, stresses when discussing Community Services’ significance to LightHouse programming. “We don’t do ‘blind things,’ we do everything, from whitewater rafting trips … Continue reading Community Means Everyone – Lisamaria Martinez, Director of Community Services
Adaptations Sales Associates Provide Winning Customer Service
One in a series of staff profiles. “Did you know that Dave bought the large Magnabrite magnifier for his nautical maps?” asked Starr. “For his sailing trip down to San Diego?” Ben replied. Starr responded, “Yea, of course, though I bet he’ll end up in Mexico.” Ben and Starrly (who also goes by Starr), are … Continue reading Adaptations Sales Associates Provide Winning Customer Service
Beth Berenson, Blindness Ambassador
Another in a series of LightHouse staff profiles. As LightHouse’s Community Services and Information and Referral Coordinator, Beth is one of our frontline teachers. “People call with all sorts of questions,” she says, “like ‘Where do I learn how to walk with a white cane,’ ‘How do I tell my university or job I have … Continue reading Beth Berenson, Blindness Ambassador
Jamey Gump Leads Our Youth Program
One in a series of staff profiles. “Life is something you need to enjoy,” opines James “Jamey” Gump, “I help my students reach their goals by making our events as fun as possible.” Jamey, LightHouse’s Youth Services Coordinator, works tirelessly to create and implement programming for our youth and transitional age (young adult) students. Jamey … Continue reading Jamey Gump Leads Our Youth Program
Gilberto Melendez Brings Warmth and Eagerness to Serve the LightHouse
This is another in our continuing series of staff profiles which feature the people who make up the Lighthouse. “My trip to Nicaragua completed a circle. It was spectacular. It was life,” LightHouse afternoon Receptionist Gilberto Melendez responded when asked about a recent visit to Nicaragua to visit family. Gilberto [pronounced: Hill-bear-toe] regularly interjects metaphors … Continue reading Gilberto Melendez Brings Warmth and Eagerness to Serve the LightHouse
We’ve got the Coolest Braille Instructor – And You Can Learn Braille from Her at Any Age
The following is one in a series of LightHouse staff profiles –Ed. LightHouse Braille Instructor Divina Fontanilla Carlson never backs down from a challenge; whether overcoming personal obstacles or doggedly helping her students defy their own perceptions of their limitations. Every time she works with a new braille student she demonstrates her zeal for success. … Continue reading We’ve got the Coolest Braille Instructor – And You Can Learn Braille from Her at Any Age
Shipping and Logistics Manager
POSITION: Shipping and Logistics Manager REPORTS TO: Sr. Director of Sirkin Center Operation STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt JOB CLASSIFICATION: Manager II UNION ELIGIBLE: No WORK ARRANGEMENT: 100% Onsite, In-Office 5 Days/Week LOCATION: Alameda, CA SALARY RANGE: $35.90/hr-$48.72/hr APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled Founded in San Francisco … Continue reading Shipping and Logistics Manager
Grants Associate II
POSITION: Grant Associate REPORTS TO: Sr. Director, Individual and Institutional Giving STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt JOB CLASSIFICATION: Associate II UNION ELIGIBLE: Yes WORK ARRANGEMENT: Hybrid (3 days/week in-person) LOCATION: San Franciso, CA SALARY RANGE: $24.19/hr-$29.16/hr APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled Founded in San Francisco in 1902, the LightHouse’s purpose is … Continue reading Grants Associate II
