Kippcolorado
Principal Talent Pool
Kippcolorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
This is a general posting. We are accepting applications for elementary, middle and high school principals. Please specify your grade level & region preference in your application.
About the Principal role:
We expect you to focus the majority of your time leading, steering, coaching, and developing your leadership team to ensure strong instruction and a school culture conducive to learning. KIPP Colorado Principals invest in leading and developing leaders and teachers to create a culture of belonging and academic excellence that supports the realization of our graduate profile for ALL students: 21st century readiness, emotional intelligence, and direction. At KIPP, we trust and expect that our Principals build schools that are built to last by developing a pipeline of future leaders, creating systems to maximize impact, and coordinating the on-going development of school staff. Principals are expected to develop a successor leader in partnership with regional leadership and to build the leadership capacity of the school staff. This role reports directly to a Managing Director of Schools.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.What we do:
We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student. We believe in setting a high bar for joy and academic excellence to ensure the infinite possibilities our students have before them become a reality. We aspire to create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging, and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student's needs, skills, and interests.About the School Principal Role:
As a School Principal, your primary role is to drive exceptional student experience and academic outcomes that equip all 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.Role 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.Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules.Consistently leverage existing professional tools.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 on a regular basis.Assist with both student and staff recruitment and engagement.Other duties as assigned.How We Work:
The Principal works in close partnership with the Home Office to create a cohesive, coherent experience for our students and families and to realize the goals and priorities of our Strategic Plan.Key Outcomes:
KIPP Colorado believes in the importance of equitable experiences and outcomes for all students.About the skills and qualifications you will bring to this role:Bachelor's degree (required).At least 7-8 years of relevant and aligned experience (required).At least 6 years of K-12 teaching experience and/or a strong record of helping underserved students achieve academic success (required).Past experience (2 years) of leading adults in a school environment (at the Assistant Principal level) (required).Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills.Compensation and Benefits:
Employee retention and satisfaction is imperative for KIPP Colorado. We seek to provide competitive compensation and benefits including the following:Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $117,300 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 during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft.KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices.
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About the Principal role:
We expect you to focus the majority of your time leading, steering, coaching, and developing your leadership team to ensure strong instruction and a school culture conducive to learning. KIPP Colorado Principals invest in leading and developing leaders and teachers to create a culture of belonging and academic excellence that supports the realization of our graduate profile for ALL students: 21st century readiness, emotional intelligence, and direction. At KIPP, we trust and expect that our Principals build schools that are built to last by developing a pipeline of future leaders, creating systems to maximize impact, and coordinating the on-going development of school staff. Principals are expected to develop a successor leader in partnership with regional leadership and to build the leadership capacity of the school staff. This role reports directly to a Managing Director of Schools.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.What we do:
We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student. We believe in setting a high bar for joy and academic excellence to ensure the infinite possibilities our students have before them become a reality. We aspire to create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging, and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student's needs, skills, and interests.About the School Principal Role:
As a School Principal, your primary role is to drive exceptional student experience and academic outcomes that equip all 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.Role 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.Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules.Consistently leverage existing professional tools.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 on a regular basis.Assist with both student and staff recruitment and engagement.Other duties as assigned.How We Work:
The Principal works in close partnership with the Home Office to create a cohesive, coherent experience for our students and families and to realize the goals and priorities of our Strategic Plan.Key Outcomes:
KIPP Colorado believes in the importance of equitable experiences and outcomes for all students.About the skills and qualifications you will bring to this role:Bachelor's degree (required).At least 7-8 years of relevant and aligned experience (required).At least 6 years of K-12 teaching experience and/or a strong record of helping underserved students achieve academic success (required).Past experience (2 years) of leading adults in a school environment (at the Assistant Principal level) (required).Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills.Compensation and Benefits:
Employee retention and satisfaction is imperative for KIPP Colorado. We seek to provide competitive compensation and benefits including the following:Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $117,300 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 during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft.KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices.
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