Company Description

About KIPP NYC
KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. KIPP NYC currently serves more than 11,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1,000 (11 % of whom are alumni), and continues to grow!

Job Description

Position Overview
The Director, Student Experience & Restorative Justice Practice - Elementary Schools is responsible for strategically planning and executing the implementation of regional initiatives around student experience and Restorative Practices as well as driving and coaching restorative practices, including professional development at the KIPP NYC elementary schools. The role will also be responsible for looking at data systems pertaining to discipline and violations to code of conduct to support data analysis to Improve current practices and inform vision long term planning.
The Director, Student Experience & Restorative Justice Practice - Elementary Schools will consult with school-based personnel to create professional development opportunities and school policies to help KIPP NYC elementary schools become more restorative settings. Through deliberate practice, observation, and feedback process of professional development, the Director will empower school-based personnel to facilitate restorative practices and policies at our elementary schools. Additionally, the Director will collaborate across departments to ensure there are aligned affirming inputs for the student experience. This work will contribute to creating joyful and affirming identity school experiences and support our Graduate Aims work to ensure a truly equitable learning community. This role will report to the Chief Equity Officer.
Vision: In order to uphold our commitment to Equity and promote a Culturally Responsive and Identity Affirming System, we need to have an aligned K-12 vision on affirming inputs to student experience that enhance Resilience, elevate student voice, critical consciousness and leadership.
This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our schools. Cadence and frequency of travel to schools is determined by your leadership team. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. It is important that you notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.
General Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Manage assigned KIPP NYC schools with regular visits that include strength based observations to enhance Restorative Practices and monitoring progress towards school based goals.
• Oversee capacity building for school based staff in order to drive the development of restorative practices and policies.
• Create, deliberately practice, observe, and provide feedback on professional development sessions for and with school-based personnel.
• Liaise with outside organizations that can provide additional opportunities for student and staff development.
• Leverage school self assessment tools in restorative practices to enable feedback processes.
• Support KIPP, NYC Equity Initiatives by collaborating with regional student support services team, teaching and learning team and DEI Coordinators to analyze data and strategize toward driving outcomes for students.
• Monitor data including suspension data, DASA and Title IX incidents as well as Dean’s List
• Lead Professional Development and build a learning community for Deans and culture leaders across the region.
• Design, facilitate, and bring in Restorative Practices and DEI trainings aimed at creating consistent, effective, and aligned practices across the KIPP NYC region.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, observation, and feedback to Deans and culture leaders across the region.
• Ensure schools are adhering to the Code of Conduct, Disciplinary Practices within the context of our approved charter.
• Support Advisory structure including observations and serve as point person for monitoring both quantitative and qualitative elements are included to serve SEL, RP and Graduate Aims.

• Train Deans and other leaders on culture enhancing systems such as Deans List and Securely to ensure consistent and effective use of those systems.

• Create a clear and aligned set of supports and guidelines to help Deans and culture leaders achieve similar results and standards across the region.

• Model excellence in driving restorative practices, policies, and mindsets within core role.

Qualifications

• Masters’ Degree required, with at least five years’ experience working with traditionally at-risk student populations.
• Zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally under-served students.
• Flexible mindset with ability to rise to challenges and work within dynamic environments.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Power Point, and Excel skills required
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with multiple stakeholders across the organization
• Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to exercise discretion and judgment with the handling of highly sensitive and confidential information
• A demonstrated passion for and commitment to the core values of our mission, public education and social justice with a desire to create a work environment that embraces and appreciates diversity

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits:
KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $115,000 to $130,000 per year. Salary ranges at KIPP NYC are standardized based on role level and role function. Individual salaries are determined through a lens of equity, accounting for years of experience relevant to the role and scope of responsibilities, and are benchmarked against others within the same salary band. Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range, however they are ultimately determined by scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.
KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:

• Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 50% match after 6 months.
• Generous Time-Off aligned with school calendar
• Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave.
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder care.
• Employer paid Life Insurance and Short term/Long term disability.
• Employee incentives including 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.
KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.
This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our NYC Office. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. It is important that you notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.
KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. BIPOC, women, gender expansive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.