KIPP - Director of School Operations - San Jose (26-27) at KIPP Public Schools Northern California (East San Jose)
About the Employer
About KIPP Public Schools Northern California We are a thriving nonprofit network of 17 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical partner in making their vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our student community consists of over 6,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. Our student community demographics are: 94% identify as students of color, 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are English language learners, and 10% receive special education services. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.
Job Summary
Job Summary
In the Director of School Operations (DSO), KIPP is seeking an experienced people and project manager to lead strategic operational priorities, manage day-to-day school operations, drive efficiencies and systematization, and partner with our instructional leaders to ensure procedures at our school maximize time students spend learning - both in-person and virtually. The Director of School Operations is instrumental in building and sustaining a thriving school that lasts. At KIPP Public Schools Northern California, DSOs are the strategic business and operational directors of our schools, whose job is to drive exemplary operational results as a key member of the school’s leadership team. KIPP’s DSOs are passionate about working with kids, parents and staff, know the importance of an excellent education and believe all students deserve the opportunity to attend an excellent school. The DSO role reports to the School Leader and is coached and supported by the Operations team at the Regional Support Office (RSO), which supports all KIPP schools in the region.
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Deep integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission and values required 2+ years of experience in project or program management, operations, human resources or accounting - with clear experience driving stakeholder engagement - required 1+ year of direct people management and team development experience required 1+ year of experience in K-12 education or youth development preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Policy, Business, or related field and 3+ years of work experience or 5+ years’ work experience required Knowledge/skills required: Highly self-aware and reflective, with a commitment to feedback and growth Ability to self-direct, prioritize and multi-task among competing goals Demonstrated experience working and solving problems in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Demonstrated ability to work well with others, build relationships across teams, and influence even in the absence of formal authority Success leading change initiatives in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Spanish or Vietnamese required Proficiency in Microsoft Suite or Google Suite required Ability to learn and utilize technology necessary to operate in a virtual office environment (i.e. Zoom, Go to Meeting)
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Deep integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission and values required 2+ years of experience in project or program management, operations, human resources or accounting - with clear experience driving stakeholder engagement - required 1+ year of direct people management and team development experience required 1+ year of experience in K-12 education or youth development preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Policy, Business, or related field and 3+ years of work experience or 5+ years’ work experience required Knowledge/skills required: Highly self-aware and reflective, with a commitment to feedback and growth Ability to self-direct, prioritize and multi-task among competing goals Demonstrated experience working and solving problems in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Demonstrated ability to work well with others, build relationships across teams, and influence even in the absence of formal authority Success leading change initiatives in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Spanish or Vietnamese required Proficiency in Microsoft Suite or Google Suite required Ability to learn and utilize technology necessary to operate in a virtual office environment (i.e. Zoom, Go to Meeting)