Director of Schools

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 24 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college and beyond.

What We Believe

KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters.

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

Job Overview

The Director of Schools reports to the Chief of Schools. The Director of Schools is responsible for the health and performance of a portfolio of schools so that students realize their greatest potential. The approach to achieving outcomes for students is grounded in the Leading For Learning actions across School Health Continuum elements from an equitable lens.

Applications for this role will close on May 30, 2023.

Anticipated final decision timeline is the week of June 19, 2023.

• Coach and manage School Leaders to drive healthy, high-performing KIPP SoCal Public Schools
• Communicate with and invest School Leaders in the region’s vision and goals 
• Analyze each school in his/her/their portfolio using the School Health Continuum to co-create with the School Leader a differentiated plan to improve all schools
• Preparing for high-leverage time with School Leaders including data analysis and progress monitoring
• Ensure the focus on the priority work and progress monitor goals related to Charter Renewal standards
• Develop the skill set of School Leaders in each of the Leading For Learning actions by: 
• Coaching to drive priority and improve each aspect of the School Health Continuum
• Modeling both technical and adaptive instructional leadership behaviors
• Getting “on-the-ground” at each school, collect evidence to identify school and School Leader strengths to leverage, and design action steps to address gaps
• Observing classrooms with School Leaders and aligning on teacher practice to drive student outcomes 
• Designing and leading professional development opportunities
• Supporting School Leaders in their prioritization and planning; includes leading School Leaders through planning cycles, data reflecting on progress to goals 
• Ensure the region and its schools create strong and equitable learning environments 
• Develop strong leadership pipelines and staffing for each KIPP SoCal Public School through regional talent development practices including observing School Leaders’ development of their Assistant School Leaders and Deans and progress monitoring of their development plans towards school leadership
• Support schools, team members, and families through complaints and concerns 
• May be responsible for managing and developing KIPP SoCal Public School’s School Leader Fellows through weekly meetings and support in the creation of the School Design Plan
• Engage in processes to select and onboard School Leaders, School Leader Fellows, Assistant School Leaders, and Deans
• Attend Director of Schools and other meetings to provide feedback and information on schools 
• Lead team members across SST departments within a portfolio to ensure coordinated support of all schools
• Collaborate with other SST departments to improve the quality of service to schools
• Serve as a point of contact for SST members seeking feedback
• Foster a community working together in realization of our purpose
• May step in as Interim School Leader
• Other responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• 5 years of education-related experience, preferably charter schools
• At least 2 years of School Leadership (e.g. principal) experience, preferably charter schools
• Experience managing or coaching leaders from multiple schools on key academic initiatives is desirable 
• A deep passion for social justice and equity for all children; believes that all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of demography
• Experience leading a high-performing school, preferable charter school
• Experience providing well-rounded professional development to teachers and leaders 
• Excellent project management skills
• Experience leading teams to drive results
• Flexibility, with a strong work ethic 
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships across teams and schools
• Results-oriented team player who is dedicated to getting the job done
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP SoCal Public Schools’ mission and core values

• KIPP SoCal Public Schools offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The salary range for this position is $149,800 to $224,700 per year. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint of $187,500 depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budget allocated for this role.
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost
• Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous paid time off program includes 22 holidays, 10 sick days, and 10 vacation days per year
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

** PLEASE NOTE: KIPP SoCal Public Schools requires that all team members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the safety of our students, family, and staff. Team members may apply to seek a medical exemption. Regardless of your current vaccination status, our team can advise you on how to fulfill this important requirement so that you can start the position in a timely way. We’re here to help. **

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.

Salary : $149,800 - $224,700