School Operations Assistant (Full-Time)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools Job Opportunity

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choosecollege, career and beyondso they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

IMPORTANT: This position operates during the instructional year (August - June) with the summer off (July).

Job Opportunity

• Ensure that the school nutrition programs run smoothly and safely
• Set up arrival/dismissal
• Set up breakfast and/or lunch area daily, including distributing meals to students (no cooking or food preparation required) and following all required procedures
• Set up and take down play equipment and materials
• Provide opportunities for students to play organized games during recess
• Support and supervise students to resolve conflicts independently
• Supervise students as they eat and play
• Communicate with teachers and staff regarding students' behavior
• Supports office operations as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or above preferred
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage large groups of young children and communicate with them in a nurturing, patient, and loving manner
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP SoCal Schools and its values
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required

Perks

• Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
• Starting hourly rate of $20 per hour
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer
• Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave, and vacation
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.