Head of Operations **URGENT**

Location: KIPP Kirkpatrick Elementary School

KIPP Nashville Public Schools is a network of high-performing, free, open-enrollment K-12 schools that has been committed to positively affecting student outcomes in Nashville since 2005. KIPP Nashville is part of the acclaimed KIPP Network, which educates 100,000+ students nationwide and supports students from Pre-Kindergarten through college, career and beyond. Through the KIPP Forward program, our team helps students identify their career of highest aspiration and develop the skills and confidence to chase their dreams. KIPP Nashville currently operates 3 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools and we are excited to open our doors to one additional school in 2025 in response to strong community demand.

The mission of KIPP Nashville is together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. The Director of Operations is the operational leader of the school and is critical to the successful and efficient running of KIPP Nashville schools. This role ensures the implementation and maintenance of clear operational systems that allow the Principal and Assistant Principals the opportunity to focus on students, families and instruction. The Director of Operations is an individual who embraces innovation and continuous improvement, is willing to get their hands dirty, and relishes the challenge of finding ways to work smarter. The Director of Operations will report to the Principal and regional Head of School Operations.

Refine and execute student recruitment plans including mailings, phone calls, events, etc.

Team Management

Directly manage school operations team, operational interns, and volunteers

Manage growth and development of operations team members

School-Wide Operational Systems Management

Work in close partnership with Principal and leadership team to ensure aligned procedures for school

Ensure accurate collection of daily student attendance in student information systems

Design procedures for and manage daily student arrival and dismissal, including tardiness and early dismissal

Manage regular external communications including behavior and academic reports, school newsletter, and notification of unexpected changes

Enure all staff and students have all supplies and materials needed to be successful

Manage school credit cards including collecting/submitting receipts

Transportation and Food Services

Oversee daily student bus transportation to and from school

Coordinate school field lessons

Serve as a liaison between school and transportation team, and serve as primary point of contact for bus issues

Ensure meals are served on time and food services staff have the necessary tools

Serve as a liaison between school and food services team, and serve as primary point of contact for any issues

Manage entry/exit process for new/departing employees

Manage and oversee the school’s facilities and physical condition of building and site

Track computer equipment inventory

Serve as a liaison between school and technology and data teams to ensure all tech and software needs are met

Serve as the assessment coordinator for the school (i.e. attend district assessment meetings, receive and return assessment materials)

Manage campus-wide IT including internet, server, landline phones, copiers, printers are all in working order

Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year

Perform duties such as monitoring lunch, arrival, dismissal, covering classes, etc.

Ensure effective field lessons, school events, and extracurricular activities

Bachelor’s Degree

Four or more years of work experience highly preferred

2+ years experience in K-12 school operations strongly preferred; Experience working with under-resourced communities, families, and/or students

Demonstrated success in building relationships and trust with leaders, teachers, students, parents and community

Experience managing and influencing teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes

Demonstrated success managing a large budget

Proficiency in Spanish and/or Arabic preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Google applications (Sheets, Docs, Google Drive), with the ability to quickly learn new technologies (Infinite Campus, Slack, video conferencing apps, etc.)

Unwavering commitment to KIPP Nashville’s mission, students, families, and community

Ability to tackle multiple projects and initiatives at once with a strong sense of organization, prioritization, follow through and results orientation

Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, be flexible, and willing to go above and beyond to meet the varied needs of students

This position is exempt, and will work and be compensated according to a 12 month administrative schedule.

Robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance policy options. Application for these benefits may be made immediately upon employment. The policy is effective upon the first of the month following the first day of work.

The vacation package for salaried employees includes 29 paid days throughout the 12 month work schedule (including holidays, fall break, thanksgiving break, winter break). Leaders are provided with laptop computers with access to the internet and or email to assist them in performing their job responsibilities.

KIPP Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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