Joseph Cordero

Admission, Administration
805-684-4127 x227
joseph_cordero@cate.org

AA, Santa Barbara City College
BA, San Diego State University
MA, San Diego State University

Appointed: 2022

Joe Cordero brings more than a decade of experience in education to Cate, where he serves as Associate Director of Admission and Assistant Coach for the Boys Varsity Basketball team. Before joining Cate, Joe held a variety of student-centered roles, including Coordinator of Student Activities, Student Outreach Specialist, and Director of Enrollment and Retention, with a focus on supporting first-generation college students.

At Cate, Joe leads the Admission Office’s work with Community-Based Organizations, developing relationships with organizations that connect Cate with students who may not otherwise have access to independent school opportunities. He also brings his experience in outreach, mentorship, recruiting, and student support to the broader admission process, helping students see themselves as part of a community like Cate.

A longtime basketball coach, Joe has spent nearly a decade coaching at Cate and enjoys mentoring students on and off the court.

Born and raised in Santa Barbara, Joe lives in Ventura with his wife and children. In his free time, he enjoys public speaking, mentoring, and spending time with family.