KIPP SoCal Public Schools - Expanded Learning Program Manager (original) (raw)

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 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.

The Opportunity

KIPP SoCal provides expanded learning programs before school, after school, in summer school or through intersession learning opportunities. These programs focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. The Expanded Learning Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the expanded learning program for all interested students at 1-2 KIPP SoCal campuses and manages the team members involved. The Expanded Learning Program Manager reports directly to school administration and has the continued support of the Expanded Learning Team at our regional office.

You Should Apply If

The Expanded Learning Program Manager role features ample opportunity to manage adults while also working with amazing students in our expanded learning program so if that combination excites you, apply today. The Expanded Learning Program will continue to grow across KIPP SoCal and people excited by innovating and creating will thrive here.

Qualifications & Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience managing expanded learning programs required
• Previous supervisory experience required
• 3 or more years working with school-aged youth
• Ability to supervise and work in a team environment
• Ability to work independently and work under strict deadlines
• Ability to work with varied populations, such as administrators, teachers, parents, and students
• Excellent computer skills, experience working with Google platform a plus
• Commitment to KIPP SoCal’s mission and values
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, changes approach or method to best fit the situation, able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organization - Priorities and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, develops realistic action plans
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrates accuracy and thoughtfulness
• Initiative - takes initiative in appropriate situations and goes above and beyond expectations when necessary.
• Relationships - develops relationships based upon trust, respect, and commitment to KIPP SoCals’s mission
• Attention to KIPP SoCal Policies - Approaches others in a tactful manner, reacts well under pressure, treats others with respect and consideration, accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments

Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following

• Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation
• Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego
• Support and care from fellow regional team members
• Ongoing professional development and coaching from your manager

Working with Us Means the Following Perks

• Salaried exempt role paying $70,000 per year
• 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.)
• A generous paid time off program that includes 22 holidays, sick leave, and vacation
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

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.