2+ years in K-12 school operations preferred; teaching experience a plus
Experience with under-resourced communities and families
Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Experience managing large budgets
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications; familiarity with educational tech preferred
Responsibilities
Ensure full student enrollment and execute recruitment plans
Manage school operations team and support their development
Collaborate with leadership to refine operational procedures
Oversee daily student attendance and communication with families
Partner with Principal to build and monitor the school budget
Coordinate transportation and food services for students
Ensure the physical environment of the school is well-maintained
Benefits
Robust medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options
29 paid vacation days throughout the year, plus 6 PTO days
Parental leave of up to 10 weeks for primary caregivers
Access to a laptop and internet for job responsibilities
Payment for unused PTO days at the end of the fiscal year
Full Job Description
Location: KIPP Kirkpatrick Elementary School
Salary: $89,000-$165,000
Job Description
Position Overview The Director of Operations is the operational leader of the school and is critical to the successful and efficient running of KIPP Nashville schools. This role ensures the implementation and maintenance of clear operational systems that allow the Principal and Assistant Principals the opportunity to focus on students, families and instruction. The Director of Operations is an individual who embraces innovation and continuous improvement, is willing to get their hands dirty, and relishes the challenge of finding ways to work smarter. The Director of Operations will report to the Principal and regional Head of School Operations.
Responsibilities of the Director of Operations will include, but are not limited to:
Recruit and Enroll Students
Ensure full enrollment of the school at all times
Refine and execute student recruitment plans including mailings, phone calls, events, etc.
Refine and execute student enrollment plans
Team Management
Directly manage school operations team, operational interns, and volunteers
Manage growth and development of operations team members
School-Wide Operational Systems Management
Work in close partnership with Principal and leadership team to ensure aligned procedures for school
Refine and execute student attendance plan to meet school and regional goals
Ensure accurate collection of daily student attendance in student information systems
Ensure contact with late/absent students
Design procedures for and manage daily student arrival and dismissal, including tardiness and early dismissal
Design procedures for and assist families and visitors
Ensure response to all incoming communication for school
Manage regular external communications including behavior and academic reports, school newsletter, and notification of unexpected changes
Enure all staff and students have all supplies and materials needed to be successful
Finance
Partner with the Principal to build and monitor school budget
Obtain bids; make, receive, distribute, and track purchases
Manage school credit cards including collecting/submitting receipts
Transportation and Food Services
Oversee daily student bus transportation to and from school
Coordinate school field lessons
Serve as a liaison between school and transportation team, and serve as primary point of contact for bus issues
Ensure meals are served on time and food services staff have the necessary tools
Serve as a liaison between school and food services team, and serve as primary point of contact for any issues
Human Resources
Serve as liaison between regional Talent Team and employees regarding onboarding, licensing, and any other issues
Manage entry/exit process for new/departing employees
Design and oversee staff attendance and PTO tracking process
Physical Environment of School
Ensure teachers have the necessary classroom tools they need
Conduct campus audits
Oversee maintenance of all school spaces
Serve as liaison for student uniforms vendors and
Manage and oversee the school's facilities and physical condition of building and site
Technology and Assessment
Track computer equipment inventory
Serve as a liaison between school and technology and data teams to ensure all tech and software needs are met
Serve as the assessment coordinator for the school (i.e. attend district assessment meetings, receive and return assessment materials)
Manage campus-wide IT including internet, server, landline phones, copiers, printers are all in working order
Growth Mindset
Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year
Other
Perform duties such as monitoring lunch, arrival, dismissal, covering classes, etc.
Carry out any additional daily school duties as decided upon by the Principal
Ensure effective field lessons, school events, and extracurricular activities
Model school core values and character strengths at all times
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Four or more years of work experience highly preferred
2+ years experience in K-12 school operations strongly preferred; prior experience as a teacher a plus
Experience working with under-resourced communities, families, and/or students
Demonstrated success in building relationships and trust with leaders, teachers, students, parents and community
Demonstrated success with design and execution of logistics
Experience managing and influencing teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes
Demonstrated success managing a large budget
Proficiency in Spanish and/or Arabic preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Google applications (Sheets, Docs, Google Drive), with the ability to quickly learn new technologies (Infinite Campus, Slack, video conferencing apps, etc.)
Desired Characteristics
Unwavering commitment to KIPP Nashville's mission, students, families, and community
Firm belief in affirming the identity of students, families and staff
Demonstrates excitement in growing students into their highest selves
Excellent communication skills with diverse constituents; clear writer, facilitator and speaker and eagerness to collaborate
Demonstrate commitment to continue their professional development individually, eager to offer and respond positively to feedback
Ability to tackle multiple projects and initiatives at once with a strong sense of organization, prioritization, follow through and results orientation
Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, be flexible, and willing to go above and beyond to meet the varied needs of students
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits
Salary is competitive, commensurate with experience, and includes benefits. This position is exempt, and will work and be compensated according to a 12 month administrative schedule.
Robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance policy options. Application for these benefits may be made immediately upon employment. The policy is effective upon the first of the month following the first day of work.
The vacation package for salaried employees includes 29 paid days throughout the 12 month work schedule (including holidays, fall break, thanksgiving break, winter break). In addition, employees in this role are allotted 6 PTO days. Employees are allotted an additional 2 days after every 2 consecutive years of employment. Eligible staff members receive payment for unused PTO days at the end of the fiscal year.
Adoption/Parental Caregiver Leave- up to 10 weeks parental leave for the primary caregiver and 2 weeks parental leave for the secondary caregiver paid at 100%.
Leaders are provided with laptop computers with access to the internet and or email to assist them in performing their job responsibilities.
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About KIPP Foundation
The Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) is a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public charter schools with a track record of preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and in life. KIPP schools are part of the charter school movement, which is a group of public schools that are given more flexibility in exchange for higher accountability. KIPP schools are typically located in underserved communities and have a longer school day and year, a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, and a strong culture of achievement and support. KIPP was founded in 1994 by two Teach For America alumni, Mike Feinberg and Dave Levin, who started a middle school program in Houston, Texas. Since then, KIPP has grown into a national network of 255 schools serving more than 100,000 students in 20 states and the District of Columbia.
