Administrator on Special Assignment (AOSA) - Oakland

KIPP Public Schools Northern California•Oakland, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Admin on Special Assignment (AOSA) reports to either a school leader or a member of the Lead Learning Team and drives the continuity of instructional excellence by implementing cohesive coaching cycles for core instructional staff. This role ensures no drop in instructional quality during site-level capacity gaps (vacancies and/or leaves). The AOSA develops and coaches staff on curriculum, internalization, and planning, ensuring fidelity to school expectations. The role leads direct coaching and school culture support to advance teacher practice and align support with individual teacher coaching plans. To maximize impact, the AOSA aligns onsite support schedules with the school’s Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) cadence for seamless integration and strategic coordination. The AOSA manages additional instructional support for up to two schools concurrently for specified periods, establishing instructional and cultural stability and continuity during transitions.

Requirements

At least three years of leadership experience in a school setting leading the coaching and professional development of teachers
At least five years of teaching experience
Demonstrated achieving outcomes with students from educationally underserved areas
Bachelor’s degree (required)
Broad technical knowledge encompassing school systems’ functioning, classroom and behavior management, curriculum and instruction, models for working with diverse populations (including students with disabilities), and a clear understanding of education law.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated by the ability to build effective relationships, influence diverse stakeholders, and synthesize complex data to drive effective solutions.
Exceptional organizational, planning, and implementation skills, coupled with a detail-oriented, self-directed work ethic and the ability to thrive in ambiguity and balance multiple competing priorities.
Deep commitment to anti-racism, racial equity, inclusion and belonging, and passionate alignment with KIPP’s mission, vision and values.
Must have a valid CA driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for work-related travel / Must have a valid CA driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for work-related travel.

Nice To Haves

Clear California Teaching Credential (preferred)
MS in Education (preferred)

Responsibilities

Develops and coaches staff on curriculum, internalization, and planning, ensuring fidelity to school expectations and continuous improvement in instructional practice.
Monitors and synthesizes summative and formative data to align coaching plans with teacher development needs and regional protocols, resulting in measurable instructional gains.
Holds accountable for the timely completion and effectiveness of all coaching activity, documenting progress in relevant trackers and O3 docs to ensure continuity and impact.
Creates and implements professional development sessions that advance teacher knowledge and skills, directly addressing school needs or content team scope and sequences.
Aligns on-site presence or virtual attendance with the school’s Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) cadence to establish seamless integration of AOSA support.
Shapes the implementation of the school's instructional vision and priorities by collaborating across school leadership, ensuring coaching directly advances strategic initiatives.
Designs and leads teacher support in student support and behavior intervention systems, ensuring a reduction in reactive student discipline and maximized instructional time.
Oversees and supports essential daily school operations (e.g., arrival/dismissal, lunch/recess) to maintain stability and continuity across the school site.