KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. There are 200 KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 170,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students.
About the Organization
KIPP North Carolina is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina's children through the delivery of culturally relevant curricula that are grounded in research, and clearing the paths that our students choose to follow by ensuring that they have the roadmaps and guideposts they need to arrive at success - however they define it.
KIPP North Carolina is also committed to building the pipeline of the state's most talented and effective teachers and leaders through competitive compensation, integrated professional development led by coaches and mentors, and resources they need to succeed, all rooted in core values that articulate our collectively designed organizational beliefs:
Core Values
Pursue Excellence: We uphold high standards for our staff, and are committed to providing the necessary resources, training, mentorship and feedback to help each staff member not only meet, but exceed, expectations. We believe excellence is a habit and a sustained pursuit, not an endpoint.
Build Knowledge: We offer our educators robust school-based, regional and external professional development opportunities, before the start of and during the school year, designed to empower them with the latest teaching strategies and technology integration techniques. School Leaders and a statewide teacher development team provide professional coaching for school-based staff and foster collaborative learning, encouraging the exploration of effective teaching strategies and best practices.
Fight Injustice: As a staff, we dismantle the white supremacy within our institution and deepen our own learning and understanding of anti-racism and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) through providing organization-wide regular workshops designed to holistically guide us through the redesign of our workplace culture through the lens of liberation. Additionally, we train and prepare our educators to deliver culturally responsive curricula that respect learners' cultures and prior experiences, and acknowledge and value the legitimacy of different cultures, not just the dominant culture of a society.
Spark Joy: We believe in publicly and privately acknowledging and celebrating the outstanding contributions of our staff, and recognize exceptional individuals across the region. We also understand the importance of fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. We organize monthly school-based staff outings to provide an opportunity for our team to unwind, socialize, and engage in activities that promote camaraderie and a sense of community.
Rise Together: We create space for our region to assemble and celebrate all successes - a space in which we strengthen community by embracing each other's unique identities, and honoring the contributions that will allow us to lift as we rise in the years ahead. We believe Team always beats Individual.
About the Role
What You'll Do
The Executive Director (ED) will serve as the chief leader of the KIPP region and will be responsible for the strategic, operational, and academic leadership of the schools in the region. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED will ensure the schools' sustainability and scalability, foster a cohesive culture, manage regional leadership teams, and lead the financial health of the organization.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Strategic Vision and Leadership:
Instructional Leadership and Academic Results:
Team Leadership, Culture, and Talent Development:
Operational/Financial Management and Fundraising:
Community and External Relations:
Board Engagement:
Who You'll Work With
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will oversee the management of school leaders and regional staff and represent the region in the broader KIPP network.
Required Skills and Experience
Salary
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
Benefits
Application Instructions
Qualified individuals, please apply: https://www.on-ramps.com/jobs/3343
KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. There are 200 KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 170,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students.
About the Organization
KIPP North Carolina is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina's children through the delivery of culturally relevant curricula that are grounded in research, and clearing the paths that our students choose to follow by ensuring that they have the roadmaps and…