Executive Director
Isles Youth Institute
Chantea Hobson is the Executive Director of Isles Youth Institute, where she leads a YouthBuild-inspired program that integrates education, workforce development, leadership training, community service, supportive services, and postsecondary pathways. She is committed to helping young people build the skills, credentials, and confidence needed to pursue meaningful careers and become active, engaged leaders in their communities.
Her work is rooted in expanding opportunities for young adults, especially those who have faced barriers to traditional education and employment. Chantea creates a supportive and structured learning environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, develop leadership capacity, and gain real-world experience that prepares them for long-term success.
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Before her role at Isles Youth Institute, Chantea served at the New Jersey Training School for Boys in Monroe, New Jersey, where she supported justice-involved youth in their rehabilitation and personal development. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Public Administration from Kean University. Chantea is guided by a deep belief in second chances, service, and skill-building as pathways to transformation. Through her leadership, she is dedicated to ensuring every student has the opportunity, support, and resources to succeed, lead, and make a positive impact in their community.