Operations Coordinator at KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy

*This role is temporary and will serve from November 2024 through March 2025.About the Operations Coordinator Position:The operations coordinator will be responsible for managing the front office of the school and supporting the school staff. The operations coordinator will be the first point of contact for all students, families, staff, and visitors. This individual will assist in the implementation and maintenance of clear operational systems and work seamlessly with the Assistant Principal of Operations to ensure the operational goals and priorities set at the school level are consistently maintained. The operations coordinator will work with the school leadership team to complete all operational responsibilities. This is a full-time, administrative, non-exempt position based in the school. The operations coordinator will report directly to the Assistant Principal of Operations.About KIPP:Together with families and communities, KIPP creates 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. KIPP is a national network of tuition-free, public charter schools open to all students. There are 255 college-preparatory KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 100,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students.Who we are:KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college-preparatory public charter schools open to all students. Our 350-person staff educates 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. At KIPP Colorado, we partner with our KIPPsters, educators, families, and communities to ensure that we are all united around the goal of a choice-filled future for our KIPPsters. Our KIPP Forward Team supports our 1,000+ high school Alumni as they create their own paths. Our core values of excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy, and courage are central to who we are and how we operate at all levels of our organization.Professional Responsibilities:Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn.Assume personal responsibility for student achievement.Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines.Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning.Take ownership for the development of your craft.Commit to being prepared for lessons, coaching, meetings, etc.Meet professional obligations including meeting deadlines and honoring schedules.Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including Google Suite and Microsoft Suite.Maintain strong attendance each day and be on time to all responsibilities.Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement.Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals.Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings.Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and Org-wide professional development.Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team.Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership.Assist with both student and staff recruitment and engagement.Know that your role may require travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses.Assist with other duties as assigned.Front Office and Daily Operations:Assist Assistant Principal of Operations to manage and oversee the school’s physical condition and operational needs.Uphold KIPP mission, vision, values, and expectations with students and families.Support with vision for operational excellence at the school.Work in conjunction with Assistant Principal of Operations to support and implement main office policies and guidelines.Support with the system for ensuring functionality of copiers and printers.Assist in making sure technology is fully functional and available.Supervise daily student lunch, arrival, and dismissal.Support Assistant Principal of Operations in creating and managing coverage schedules.Coordinate campus transportation requests under the direction of the Assistant Principal of Operations.Maintain school staff roster.Manage substitute requests and check-in.Purchasing:Maintain inventory for uniforms and office and staff supplies, organize uniforms sales.Process and monitor all uniform orders from families with support from the Dean of Operations.Support Dean of Operations in inventory, tracking, and distribution of weekly orders.Financial Operations:Manage cash handling.Complete bi-monthly deposits with documentation.Support school leadership in completing monthly credit card reports.Complete weekly accounts payable reports.Be the liaison with regional financial people and systems.Compliance and Safety:Attend first aid training and perform first aid as needed.Assist in the storing and administering of medicine to the students.Coordinate with school facilities staff to ensure all bathroom and facilities are in good working order.Attendance and Compliance:Manage the system for attendance recording, incentivizing, and weekly goals.Support with inputting student information and schedules in Infinite Campus.Coordinate FRL application completion annually.Assist in front office systems, including tardies and late pick-ups.Coordinate daily attendance taking and check records.Help ensure that all information in the student information systems is accurate.Coordinate the exit process of students from the school.Enrollment:Manage all incoming applications and enrollment paperwork for new and returning students.Coordinate with DPS Choice and Enrollment to manage seat offers and acceptances.Monitor and update enrollment tracking systems for both KIPP CO and DPS.Assist in student recruitment activities and coordinating orientation meetings for new students.Participate in the yearly registration process during the summer for each school.Student Records:Manage paperwork for electronic records, birth certificates, etc.Support in updating student files when needed.Communications:Address all office communications, including incoming calls, faxes, files, mail, and deliveries.Assist the AP of Operations in staff translation requests and student health needs.Correspond regularly with families regarding school policies, trips, events, and milestones.Assist in the preparation of all parent communications.About the skills and qualifications you will bring to this role:High school diploma (required).Bachelor’s degree (preferred).Bilingual (English & Spanish) (strongly preferred).At least 1-3 years of relevant and aligned experience (required).Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (required).Track record of providing outstanding customer service (required).Flexibility.Ability to manage data and communication through various Google and Outlook platforms.Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail.Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment.Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork.Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work.Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence.High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills.Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative.Entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and versatility to work productively in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders.Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and to high standards of excellence.Compensation & Benefits:Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $61,200 and is commensurate with experience.Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado.Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO).Career Trajectory: Access to opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow your career.Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support.Technology & Access: Equipment provided: laptop & phone.Retirement Planning: Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program.Additional Pay: Most schools offer various stipend opportunities.Other Insurance Options: Wellness reimbursement, voluntary employee life insurance, voluntary long term disability insurance, etc.KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices.

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