KIPP - Director of College & Career - High School - San Francisco (26-27)

Job Summary

The KIPP Forward Director of College & Career Counseling (DCC) is responsible for leading a school-based College & Career Counseling Department. It is the ultimate goal of the College & Career Counseling Department to support students in choosing the best post secondary pathway that is aligned to their interests, passions, and career of highest aspiration. For many, college is the pathway but it may also include pursuing a trade, vocational program or enlisting in the military.

The DCC is responsible for building relationships with the school leadership team, KIPP Forward leadership team, KIPP Foundation, national and local organizations and college/universities that will lead to resources for students. The DCC is charged with keeping the college & career counseling program woven into all aspects of their school and to ensure that the program does not work in isolation from the school’s mission.

This role leads the College & Career Counseling Department in college & career counseling, curriculum planning and the postsecondary match process. The team is responsible for meeting high expectations for student postsecondary program application and matriculation goals, as well as ensuring Free Application for Federal Student Aid/CA Dream Act Application (FAFSA/CADAA) completion. The DCC also serves as the primary liaison between their school and the KIPP Forward Team.

Reporting to the High School Leader, the DCC will work out of a specific school 4 days a week and 1 day from the closest RSO office (Oakland or SJ). The DCC will also receive coaching from the Associate Director of Postsecondary Match, as well as participate in weekly DCC Community of Practice.

Requirements / Qualifications

Experience: 4+ years of College Match/College Admissions Experience (preferably in CA) 2-3 years of teaching experience (preferred) Experience in leading high-performance teams and managing a diverse team Track record of success working with high school students/families in the college counseling process Track record of success in managing and supervising adults Previous experience in using data to drive decision making

Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

Knowledge/skills required: Significant knowledge of College Access for first generation, educationally underserved college graduates from historically marginalized communities Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of student populations Strong working knowledge of student database systems preferred Positivity, optimism and a solutions-oriented mindset Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Northern California’s mission and values Commitment to working with educationally underserved students and families from historically marginalized communities Commitment to continuously learning how to lead for equity to ensure students and teammates thrive Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals and to initiate process improvements Goal-oriented, with strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with a wide-range of people including teachers, counselors, parents, students, and administration teams Outstanding written and oral communication skills Extreme flexibility, strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate joining a growing and constantly improving team

Comments and Other Information

How to Apply Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page. Questions? Email careers@kippnorcal.org