Expanded Learning Assistant Program Director, KIPP University Park K-8 at KIPP Public Schools Northern California
KIPP Public Schools Northern California · Stockton, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Stockton
School Support Stockton, California
Description
Expanded Learning Site Assistant Program Director
Position Summary
The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) has provided state funding for afterschool and summer school enrichment programs for transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. “Expanded learning” means before school, after school, summer, or intersession learning programs that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. It is the intent of the Legislature that expanded learning programs are pupil-centered, results-driven, include community partners, and complement learning activities in the regular school day and school year.
The Expanded Learning Assistant Program Director will coach instructors, supervise students and support the operations of the after school, summer school and intersession program days. They will support leading the school’s effort to provide high-quality expanded programming for our school beyond the traditional school day. Reporting directly to the ELO Program Director, and working closely with the Regional Associate Director of Expanded Learning, the ELO Assistant Program Director will be responsible for ensuring staff coverage of after school, supporting student culture systems, supporting running summer school and other intersession days. In addition, the Assistant Program Director will also collaborate to lead whole team training and professional development for staff.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- Prior experience working in a school based setting in a coaching/management position
- Experience in curriculum or academic / after school program design
- At least 1 year of experience as a successful manager
- Bilingual-Spanish strongly preferred but not required
Education:
- Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience and/or administrative experience in a K-12 setting or equivalent preferred
Knowledge/skills required:
- Knowledge of the Stockton community is preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, especially with parents and community members
- Ability to self-direct, prioritize and multi-task among competing goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail
- Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission and values
- Working knowledge in all Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Student Culture Support & Programmatic Systems - 60% of time
- Plan and implement curriculum and schedule for expanded programs, including afterschool and intersession programming, off-site field trips
- Provide training for ELO-P site staff in collaboration with the program director to reinforce school-wide expectations and necessary health, safety and emergency protocols
- Implement systems for culture supports and student expectations
- Evaluates and works collaboratively with school site team and program director to design/select curriculum and instructional materials that support the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of all students
- Identify students who are academically at-risk and initiate effective intervention strategies
- Support analysis and program progress monitoring, reporting and aligning regularly to school and regional initiatives
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
- Provide coverage as Acting Program Director or after school instructors in after school and intersession classes as needed
- Coordinating and participating in student activities for intersession days (ex: talent shows, games, field days etc)
- Attend after school and summer program field trips
Staff Coaching & Training - 40% of time
- Supervise, oversee, schedule, and evaluate expanded learning staff members
- Implement strong coaching practices and performance management for ELO staff
- Provide professional development for ELO-P site staff in collaboration with the program director to ensure that ELO staff are growing as anti-racist educators
- Support the ELO Director to create a joyful learning and work environment
Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands
Physical:
Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Must be able to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time and actively converse and participate with others. Ability to access and utilize technology. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-20 lbs. The amount of time for each activity varies depending upon priorities and needs. Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
Mental:
Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.
Environmental:
Office and/or classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Occasional classroom/school environment.
Classification
This is a full-time, non-exempt position on a full year calendar cycle, based on the regional calendar and time-off policy.
About KIPP Public Schools Northern California
We are a thriving nonprofit network of 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 factor in making that 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 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.
Compensation
We are dedicated to you and your family's well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits. Starting salary for this role is between $68,000 - $78,000.
How to Apply
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