IMMEDIATE: 25-26 Operations Manager

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools preparing students with the skills and confidence needed to create the futures they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students. The KPPS Mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. The Operations Manager works in a single KIPP Philly school and provides critical support for the school’s teachers, leaders, students, and families. This role is part of a school’s Operations Team, responsible for creating and ensuring organization, structure, and accountability within the school’s systems and processes, keeping the school running smoothly while enabling teachers and school leaders to focus on student growth and achievement. The Operations Manager has a passion for logistics, thrives on creative problem-solving, and is eager to provide the behind-the-scenes support essential to the school's success, ensuring the smooth daily operation of the school office. This is a 12-month position.

Requirements

Love and see the high potential of all children
Self-awareness and ability to reflect on your practice, biases, and leans
Cultural competence and commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and eradicating anti-Blackness
Believe deeply in the mission and values of KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools
Solutions-orientation; ability and eagerness to adapt to and manage the unexpected and solve problems
Flexible and friendly; able to adapt to change and work well with others in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrate excellent responsibility, attention to detail, organizational and communication skills
Results-driven mindset; takes initiative, manages multiple priorities, and gets the job done
Strong computer literacy
Administrative experience required
Bachelor’s degree required.
Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks: PA State Police Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

Experience in an education setting preferred

Responsibilities

Implement effective office systems to ensure maximum efficiency
Ensure that all attendance and student information is accurately recorded in PowerSchool; support with attendance intervention plans, including follow up with parents/guardians
Assist with recruitment of new students; complete enrollment and registration for students to ensure school meets enrollment goal and all required paperwork is on file; maintain school district enrollment system (Infinite Campus)
Coordinate with the school district and bus company to manage student bus routes and problem solve any transportation issues
Perform administrative duties including filing, faxing, copying, documenting office procedures, ordering and maintaining teacher/student supplies (including student uniforms) while staying in budget
Coordinate school tours for parents, guests and other visitors; assist with all special events.
Participate in school planning and professional development in July and August
Supervise students as needed during meals, dismissal, and school-wide meetings
Cover extra responsibilities when other operations team members are absent.
Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians.
Set clear short-term and long-term goals to drive daily, weekly, and monthly priorities
Provide additional administrative assistance and professional support as needed per the Director of Operations

Benefits

Commitment to Anti-Racism & Equity
Joyful, Inclusive Community
Competitive & Equitable Compensation
Performance-based bonuses
Professional Growth & Leadership Pathways
High-quality development (coaching, workshops, tailored leadership opportunities)
Authenticity & Belonging culture
People-Centered Excellence
Comprehensive Well-Being Support (coaching, mental health resources, wellness initiatives, team-building experiences)
Comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families
403B matching program for retirement savings