Kipp Nyc Director, After School, External Affairs - New York, United States - KIPP Foundation

KIPP Foundation

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New York, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Full-time

Start Date: Immediate opening
Department: Regional Support and Leadership

Company Description:

About KIPP NYC

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.

We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world.

In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose.

KIPP NYC currently serves more than 11,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1, % of whom are alumni), and continues to grow

Position Overview:

The KIPP NYC Director, After School will lead the KIPP NYC After School team and will be responsible for the developing and executing of a comprehensive strategic plan for after school programming.

The Director will oversee the evaluation of all KIPP NYC after school programs, including the efficient management of financial resources, partnerships with vendors and community-based organizations, and compliance with funders and the Department of Health.

Reporting directly to the Chief External Affairs Officer, this position is ideal for someone who possesses a strong background in education, youth development principles, and out-of-school time program design, implementation, and evaluation.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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Strategic Leadership:

Develop and execute a strategic plan for K8 after school programming, aligning with KIPP NYC's mission and goals.
Lead the KIPP NYC after school team, fostering a vision and culture of collaboration, innovation, and commitment to excellence.

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Team Management and Development:

Directly manage the Regional After School team, consisting of a regional After School Manager and the regional After School Associate.
Train and manage a diverse team of schoolbased after school directors, empowering them to excel in their roles and contribute to student success.
Design, lead, and implement regional professional development sessions aimed at enhancing the learning and development of after school staff, aligning with organizational goals and best practices.

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Financial Management:

Oversee the annual budgeting process for DYCD and nonDYCD after school programs, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
Monitor expenditures, identify costsaving opportunities, and optimize budgetary efficiency to maximize program impact.

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Partnership Development:

Serve as the primary liaison to after school funding sources, government agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships to secure funding, resources, and support for after school initiatives.

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Program Development and Evaluation:

Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based after school programs that meet the diverse needs of students.
Regularly assess program effectiveness, collect stakeholder feedback, and use datadriven insights to drive continuous improvement.

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Compliance:

Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and licensing requirements for after school programs, including SACC licensing.

Qualifications:

Bachelors' degree required with 7+ years of experience in program management, including 4+ years in a leadership role overseeing after school program teams.
Demonstrated track record of the development, implementation, and evaluation of after school initiatives that promote student engagement, academic achievement, and socioemotional growth.
Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets, analyzing financial data, and securing funding from diverse sources.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationshipbuilding skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with experience leading inclusive teams and creating culturally responsive programming.
Knowledge of best practices in after school programming, youth development, and education policy.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships
Demonstrated passion for and a commitment to the KIPP mission for highquality public education and the character traits we value: zest, grit, selfcontrol, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor

Additional Information:

Compensation and Benefits:

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the