Director of Student Life at KIPP

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Athletics Management, Extracurricular Programming, Budgeting, Performance Management, Risk Management, Compliance, Facility Utilization, Scheduling, Data Analysis, Partnership Development, Student Culture, Equity Implementation, Team Leadership, Goal Setting, Operations Collaboration

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Company Description KIPP — the largest nonprofit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools in the nation—has demonstrated, at scale, that all children have the potential to excel academically regardless of race or zip code. KIPP currently serves over 120,000 students in 270 schools nationwide, including Indianapolis. KIPP Indy Public Schools (KIPP Indy) was founded in 2004 with one class of fifth-grade students and has grown to serve 1,400 students across three schools. Of the students that attend KIPP Indy, 93% qualify for free and reduced lunch, 95% are African American or LatinX, 16% receive special education services, and 15% are designated as Multilingual Learners. As we continue to grow, our mission remains the same: to create joyful, academically excellent schools in which teachers, students, and families are all united around the same goal of preparing students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose —college, career, and beyond— so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world. Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW KIPP Indy Public Schools seeks an experienced Director of Student Life (DSL) who will lead the implementation of a vertically-aligned portfolio of athletic and extracurricular offerings across KIPP Indy’s network of schools. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the DSL will be a member of KIPP Indy’s regional team and collaborate with the school-based operations teams, coaches, and extracurricular sponsors. The DSL will work to ensure KIPP Indy Public Schools is living out our commitment to equity through providing a diverse, identity-affirming student experience that ultimately drives student retention, establishes a positive student culture, and increases student academic outcomes. The DSL will directly manage the campus-based extracurricular leaders. RESPONSIBILITIES Athletics & Extracurriculars Spearhead implementation of a vertically-aligned portfolio of athletic and extracurricular offerings across network of schools Collaborate with Chief Operating Officer on annual planning, goal-setting, and budgeting Manage campus-based extracurricular leaders on the implementation of programming and performance management of athletic coaches and extracurricular sponsors Oversee annual budgets and ensure program alignment with financial controls Oversee systems related to facility utilization, scheduling, and resource management Collaborate with members of the operations team on logistics such as transportation, custodial needs, and integration with campus procedures Oversee risk management and compliance, such as Title IX, physicals, security, and implementation of region-wide safety plans Manage conference affiliations and IHSAA eligibility Analyze data to refine programming, maximize results, and strengthen the student experience Develop and maintain external partnerships to support programming Observe program implementation and serve as an administrative presence at events as needed Campus Operations Oversee implementation of field trip procedures Lead efforts to incorporate student-centered, identity-affirming visual artifacts and messaging throughout facilities and common spaces Collaborate with schools on implementation of annual special events such as picture days, health/vision screenings, homecoming, promotion, and graduation Collaborate with operations team on systems related to enrollment, attendance, and retention Serve as operations liaison with the family and community engagement team to implement programming and events as needed Team Participate in weekly one on ones with Chief Operations Officer Actively participate in campus operations and other collaborative team meetings Attend, support, and engage in regional team meetings and development opportunities Qualifications COMPETENCIES Develops mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships based upon trust, respect, and achievement of common goals. Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for the cultures of the community served. Integrates programs, rituals, and visual artifacts that represent the values throughout the organization. Anticipates and identifies problems in a timely manner. Methodically backward plans to achieve short- and long-term goals. Promotes collaboration among team members. Encourages others to cooperate and coordinate efforts. Manages resources (people, financial, equipment) effectively to support the organization’s short- and long-term goals. Seeks to understand the needs and motivations of students, and makes decisions with student best interests and needs in mind. Expects teammates and employees to do the same. Manages time and resources effectively, prioritizing efforts according to organizational goals. Anticipates and seizes new opportunities that are aligned with strategic goals. QUALIFICATIONS A minimum of 5 years of experience in education or related fields Deep belief in being part of and helping lead a multi-cultural, anti-racist organization Team-player capable of working both collaboratively and independently Highly organized, resourceful, and accountable, with strong attention to follow through and detail Proactive and creative problem-solver; ability to identify, analyze, and recommend solutions Track record of exceptional results Additional Information COMPENSATION Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a highly competitive benefits package. To apply, please apply online at kipp.org/careers. KIPP Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Start Date: Next year opening Department: Regional Support and Leadership

Responsibilities

The Director of Student Life will lead the implementation of athletic and extracurricular offerings across the network, collaborating with operations teams and directly managing campus-based extracurricular leaders. Responsibilities include overseeing budgets, managing compliance (like Title IX), analyzing data to refine programming, and ensuring an identity-affirming student experience.