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Are you passionate about elevating the voice of low-income parents of color and making sure they have a say in the future of education in Los Angeles? Are you an energetic communicator and effective multi-tasker who wants to use your talents to use to advance social justice in our community? Use your communications, project management, and relationship-building skills to play a key role on Innovate’s LA team. About Innovate Public Schools Innovate Public Schools   is a nonprofit organization focused on ensuring that all students - especially low-income students, students of color, English learners and students with disabilities - receive a world-class education. We’re building a movement of families, educators, and business and elected leaders who together will make this vision a reality. We build the capacity of parents and educators to innovate and act together to create world-class public schools, and we publish easy-to-understand school quality data and research that highlights both problems and solutions. J OB SUMMARY This position is based in Los Angeles, CA and reports to the VP, Partnerships and Finance and the Regional VP, Los Angeles. This is a full-time, exempt position. The Sr. Mgr, Communications and Development will lead the execution of our LA communications strategy and will provide development support for all LA fundraising. This position does not require previous experience in fundraising. You would be supporting the organization’s lead front-line fundraisers and receiving mentorship and support from Innovate’s cross-regional fundraising team. This is a great opportunity for someone with communications experience who is highly motivated and who is looking to learn and grow in their career. Key responsibilities : Communications  Execute a communications strategy to support Innovate’s parent-driven campaigns to improve public education for low-income students of color in Los Angeles  Oversee the development and execution of the annual LA communications strategy, including plans for major research report releases and the promotion of our annual Top Schools for Underserved Students event in partnership with USC Handle media relations, maximizing impactful press coverage for the campaign’s work, including coverage in leading news outlets as well as local radio stations, neighborhood newspapers, etc.  Coordinate messaging strategy, especially helping make a strong case for the urgency and importance of education justice for low-income students of color and working with other allied organizations Develop digital strategies to advance the campaign work and build a broader base of engaged parents, educators and community leaders; build online organizing strategies to reach our constituencies and move people to action Manage subscriber communications; publish email, blog, SMS, and social media posts on time and in alignment with the overall digital strategy Manage Innovate LA’s social media channels Create photo, video, and written content to elevate parent perspectives and advance education justice  Ensure that all our communications are easy-to-understand and relevant and can be leveraged by parents and education advocates to effectively push for change in their communities Prepare and support parents, educators, community leaders and supporters to tell their stories in powerful ways Manage external vendors, including graphic design, web and translation Development  Working in close partnership with the CEO, VP, Partnerships and Finance and Regional VP, Los Angeles, coordinate across people and teams to implement Innovate's LA fundraising strategy to grow the organization and broaden our base of donors. Project manage the process for engaging current and prospective donors. Write compelling grant proposals and reports Create strong systems for managing relationships with prospects and supporters, and ensuring customized communication and follow-up Coordinate weekly and monthly meetings with the CEO and key executives Track all key fundraising and donor information and maintain records, reports and dashboards in Salesforce so that the development team can track progress on goals Research prospective donors and pull together background material Draft communications and outreach materials for current and prospective funders, including regular and personalized email updates A Day in the Life You start most days by reading the local newspaper, with particular attention to education and local political news. You post several important articles to the team’s Slack channel, then check into our social media channels to respond to any messages or posts and share any timely content. You take a quick look at our LA social media, email and web metrics to make sure we’re on track toward our goals.  At 10 am, take notes on a call with the CEO and Regional VP, Los Angeles and a local foundation program officer to discuss a pitch to support Innovate’s parent organizing work. They’re interested in moving forward, so you block some time later in the week to draft the grant proposal. You touch base with Innovate’s fundraising team on the budget for another pending grant and pulling metrics for a grant report, checking the dashboards in Salesforce. At lunch, one of the LA organizers asks you for your thoughts on an idea the parent leaders had on press outreach and you also strategize together on how to get more parents out to an upcoming action event. Things are starting to ramp up for the release of the second annual Top Schools for Underserved Students report so at 2 pm, you connect with our communications consultant to talk through the launch plan you’re proposing. You close out the day by getting key meetings on the calendar to move forward the grant proposals and reports in the queue, logging recent interactions with funders (emails, meetings and calls) in Salesforce and  sending a follow-up email to our CEO on his fundraising to-dos for the week. Then you pop over to our parent meeting in Pico-Union to interview several parents on video to capture their perspectives on an upcoming proposal the LAUSD board will be voting on the following week. Required Qualifications Mission-driven: Passionate about Innovate Public Schools’ mission to initiate, support, and advocate for great public schools for low-income children and children of color in the Bay Area 3-5 years of relevant experience: Must have some communications and/or development experience at an advocacy organization. This could include working for a grassroots, political, labor, public relations firms, or other advocacy-based non-profit or for an elected official. Excellent writer: Can write for many different audiences and adapt messages and language for different channels (ie: print, web, social media, video, etc.). Excellent verbal communicator: Can clearly communicate through speech. Experience working with press: Has good judgment about when and how to pitch news stories. Is comfortable working with reporters and preparing staff and community members to speak to press. Thrives in diverse communities and works well with others: Is enthusiastic about working in thoughtful partnership with people of all backgrounds. Collaborative project manager: Can manage multiple projects involving different individuals, teams and vendors to meet collective goals on time and with excellence. Enjoys working across teams, providing counsel, and learning from others. Strategic thinking, creativity and decision-making ability: Can demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, political judgment, work delegation, and follow-through.  Flexibility: Able to adapt to a fast-paced and continuously changing environment. Willingness and ability to travel to/from the Bay Area or Sacramento on occasion. Irregular or unpredictable hours are often required, including nights and weekends (but we do allow flexibility to adjust your schedule to compensate for work on nights and weekends).  Proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ongoing access to a working registered and insured vehicle, valid driver’s license, and ability to drive throughout Los Angeles as needed for work.  Other skills/experience that would be helpful, though not required: Deep familiarity with Los Angeles and education politics Strong press relationships in LA Bilingual in Spanish with both oral and written fluency Compensation depends on experience and is highly competitive. Innovate offers very generous benefits including health and dental insurance, 20 days paid time off per year (increasing to 25 after 2 years of employment), two floating holidays, 14 paid fixed holidays per year (including office closure between Dec 24th - New Year’s Day), 1 day per year paid volunteering time off, and 5% employer contribution to 401k. Work Environment / Physical Demands The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while successfully performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. How to Apply Apply here Please submit your resume and cover letter, as well as 1-3 examples of your writing or multimedia work. Innovate Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer , and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

DESCRIPTION Though 9 in 10 Latino young adults say a college degree is important for success in life, fewer than 15% age 25 or older hold a bachelor’s degree. Voices College-Bound Language Academies exists to change that. Voices is a public charter school network with a mission to prepare all students for the challenges of higher education through the context of an academically rigorous dual-language program. Every student, regardless of home language, graduates bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish. As we expand to serve more traditionally underserved students, Voices seeks additional team members who share a commitment to its mission and believe joyful learning and world-class academic preparation are not mutually exclusive Voices Academies’ Vision All students graduating from Voices College-Bound Language Academies will possess the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in any career path they choose to pursue in life by mastering academic standards and subject matter. Students will be aware of the many positive possibilities for their future, and enjoy learning throughout their lives. They will be able to think critically by asking questions, especially when confronted with the status quo. Our students will have a sense of social responsibility to make their communities better. Role Summary Voices Academies’ Controller will be an inspiring leader with an entrepreneurial spirit. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller will manage day-to-day financial operations for the Charter Management Organization (CMO) and the schools with responsibility in the areas of accounting, banking, budgeting, procurement, and financial planning. The ideal candidate will have the knowledge and experience to manage the Voices Network accounting, finance, and organization-wide budgets in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Together with the CFO, the Controller will oversee all organizational-wide contracts, review and update financial policies and procedures and internal controls, ensuring the protection of the organization’s assets. The role is hands-on and requires the ability to handle day-to-day staff management and administrative duties as well as the long-range planning and leadership activities of the position. The Controller will help create and manage financial policies and systems that support the schools’ mission and culture of achievement. Together with the CFO, the Controller will lead the network and the schools in all areas of finance. The ideal candidate will not only be innovative, but also have an unwavering commitment to improve and ensure the Network’s financials. The Controller will supervise the Staff Accountant and Bookkeeper positions. Key Responsibilities Financial Operations: Lead and improve month-end and year-end close process, ensuring completeness and accuracy Ensure that accounts payable, accounts receivables, bank reconciliations, payroll, and debt transactions are administered and organized timely and properly Maintain the chart of accounts and system of controls over accounting transactions Maintain and issue monthly and quarterly financial statements for authorizers at regional and state levels, as well as for future potential bond-related activities Lead the preparation of the annual audits, 990 submissions and work with school site finance operations Resolves issues resulting from financial audits Provide financial analyses as needed, in support of organization forecasting Manages the cash flow position of the networks’ accounts Reviews payroll and works with outside payroll providers to oversee the preparation of the quarterly tax reports and W-2’s Generates internal and compliance reports including federal, state, grant and authorizer reports Ensure the completeness and accuracy of the filing of 1099s and all fiscal compliance reports Process Improvement And Development: Oversee the accounting operations especially control systems, transactions, and policies and procedures Experience in improving processes in accounting, AP, AR and in payroll Managing relationships and negotiating with vendors, auditors and government agencies Develop streamlined purchasing, payroll systems and on-going expense tracking Prepare reports for the Board of Directors that analyze budget performance, variance and trends to ensure continuous flow of information for financial transparency. Develop a financial dashboard to track key financial metrics and report results regularly. Support and monitor grant budgets and assist with other fundraising activities as necessary. Accounting And Planning: Develops recommendations to the senior leadership team, the Board and related Committees in all matters pertaining to the overall financial objectives Develops and implements a strategic plan for financial planning and budgeting. Develops, prepares and monitors the annual budget. Analyzes and reviews budgetary and financial data; Work with CFO overseeing cash forecasting and strategy On a monthly basis, preparation of network-wide financial statements, including statement of activities, the statement of financial position, budget versus actual variance reports and accompanying narratives for the board and as required. Provides financial data, cost analysis, and recommendations for all new and current programs. Provide mid-year review and recommendations re: operating budget, revenue and expense. General Financial Compliance: Maintains compliance with governmental regulations and GAAP Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit Responsible for risk management and crisis planning Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting and filing requirements Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants Keeps the leadership team and Board apprised of risk management issues, liability, rates, coverage and claims Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting Serve as a full-time and engaged member of Voices’ staff, including accompanying students on field lessons, assisting with student recruitment and enrichment activities, and working with other staff members to ensure fulfillment of Voices’ mission. Voices Academies Controller candidates will have the following: REQUIREMENTS Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required, CPA preferred Minimum 6+ years of experience in Accounting, preferred Experience with accounting systems, such as Intacct, SAP, Netsuite, including implementing and integrating technologies Strong accounting, analytical and reporting skills Proficiency in net asset accounting Detail- and results-oriented team player who is dedicated to getting the job done High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Apps Outstanding written, speaking, and organizational skills with experience interacting with a broad range of stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: Comfort with working in a fast-paced environment and for a non-profit Proven track record of success managing employees to achieve ambitious goals. Entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility, and demonstrated success in Understanding of dual language instructional practices and school design and the unique characteristics of public charter schools is a plus. Ability to work well independently and within a team environment; working efficiently, and exercising excellent judgment in making decisions. Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision and values of Voices Academies with a deep commitment to improving the lives of students from low-income communities Tolerate high levels of stress Working Conditions: Regular requirement to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional evening and or weekend work Occasional travel Willingness to be trained as needed Prior to Employment: Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final contract: First Aid/CPR Certification Clear Criminal Background Check Valid TB Clearance BENEFITS Key Compensation: Highly competitive salary Medical benefits Exceptional growth opportunities Retirement plan Contract: Reports directly to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Permanent Salaried, Exempt Position At-Will Contract If you have any questions about this position, please contact our hiring team by email at   [email protected] . Thank you. Voices College-Bound Language Academies is an equal opportunity employer.   It is the policy of Voices to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, citizenship status, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.

Position Overview The Director of Finance sets KIPP Bay Area Public Schools financial management strategy, leading the development of scalable financial systems, processes, and policies that ensure both continued financial health and sustainability, and strong alignment between our financial plan and organizational strategic objectives. The Director of Finance is a critical thought partner to the Managing Director of Finance, Chief of Schools, Managing Directors Of Schools, and broader Executive Team at KIPP Bay Area Schools. S/he manages a high-performing finance team that is grounded in trust, strategic orientation, growth mindset, and strong partnership with our school and regional leaders. Additionally, S/he is responsible for the effective communication of our financial story to key stakeholders, including our School Leaders, Operations Managers, Regional Leaders, Finance and Investment Committee, and charter authorizers. S/he manages the day-to-day financial operations in the areas of long-term financial planning, annual planning and budgeting, budget management, financial evaluation and advising, facilities finance, compensation, Board reporting, and financial modeling.  The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial and strategic, and is an excellent people manager, systems thinker, and effective communicator. Additionally, to ensure strong internal talent pipelines, the ideal candidate has the interest and capacity to serve as the financial leader (CFO) of the organization in the future. This position is full time and is located at our Regional Support Office (RSO) in Oakland, with occasional travel to our school sites (San Jose, Peninsula, San Francisco, Oakland, and San Lorenzo). This position reports to the Managing Director of Finance. Key Responsibilities Strategy and Leadership Advise the Managing Director of Finance on our organizational framework and key metrics for financial health and sustainability, mitigation of key risks, organizational strategy and opportunities, and scaling the finance and accounting functions Models expert strategic advising to key organizational leaders, including our Chief of Schools and broader Executive Team, so that we can build continue to innovate and scale with financial discipline. Builds strong relationships, rigorously evaluates new ideas, asks probing questions, exercises influence, and reinforces financial discipline. Holds finance team accountable to strong financial advising of school and regional leaders Set direction and hold Associate Director of Finance accountable to the development and execution of our annual planning and budgeting process. Ensure that our process of stakeholder engagement and organizational decision making evolves with our growing organization, resulting in an efficient, effective resource allocation aligned with our strategy and mission Monitor key internal and external organizational risks, and create strategies to mitigate risk, such as prudent financial assumptions and contingency plans. Key risks include: enrollment, public funding rates, fundraising, competitive salaries, SpEd budget, medical benefits, cost of capital Team Development Create finance team departmental plan with ambitious objectives aligning with organizational strategy. Design team structure with clear roles and responsibilities, decision rights, leading to strong execution of department plan Lead team of three high performing finance teammates with two to three direct reports. Aggressively coach and develop direct reports through ongoing performance management. Delegate stretch assignments aligning with teammates interest (where feasible), and build bench depth for internal succession Responsible for strong team culture marked by trust, shared voice, and equitable access to development opportunities. Hold Associate Director of Finance accountable to joyous bi-weekly team meetings to reinforce and sustain healthy team culture in alignment with RSO Values and DEI Vision Statement Lengthen the horizon of team planning by engaging finance team quarterly to measure progress against team initiatives, set quarterly goals, and work-plan effectively. Hold Associate Director of Finance Accountable to high-quality bi-weekly work-planning, ensuring team is progressing towards goals on a day-to-day basis Prioritize recruiting and hiring of top talent: selling, selecting, and setting expectations Financial Operations Monitor financial performance quarterly and hold organization accountable to strong financial health and sustainability: schools that are break even on public revenue remain break even, growing schools are tracking to full enrollment and break even on public funds, the Regional Support office is operating efficiently, sustainable SpEd budget. Recommend philanthropic investments consistent with our mission at a sustainable level. Design simple quarterly dashboards for Managing Director of Finance and CEO Sets ambitious vision for scalable financial operations at 20+ schools. Identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify financial operations, centralize decision making, standardize budgeting across schools, and make data-driven resource allocation decisions  Oversee creation and final review of quarterly financial update for our Finance Committee. Responsible for high quality, accurate, clear and concise materials Oversee annual renewal of compensation strategy, scales and ranges, and policies. Support finance team in annual benchmarking and calculation of returning salaries Oversee execution of organizational real estate strategy. Oversee annual renewal of facilities affordability criteria, evaluates affordability of specific projects, secures debt financing through completion of due diligence, leads annual monitoring process by ratings agency. Responsible for submission of financial reporting exhibits for charter petitions and renewals. Responsible for day-to-day financial operations. Delegates ownership to high-performing Associate Directors with clear roles and responsibilities and decision rights Collaborates with Controller on strong partnership between finance and accounting teams Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required Relevant operational experience; experience in K-12 charter education preferred Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP’s mission and values Goal and results-oriented, with strong initiative, prioritization, and project planning skills Strong strategic, analytical, curious mindset, with ability to navigate a broad range of strategic issues to make informed decisions. Forward thinker who can break down complex information and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders Strong functional expertise in financial operations: planning and budgeting, facilities finance, financial modeling, financial statements, cash management Proven team leader and culture builder, who excels at building strong relationships with people from all backgrounds/roles, and exercises influence Builds buy-in and exercises influence with a broad range of stakeholders through clear communication and articulation of underlying rationale Self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Learns quickly, thinks on feet, exercises strong judgment with limited information Optimistic, positive and joyful Compensation We are dedicated to you and your family's well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

Position Overview The Accounting Associate is a key member of the KIPP team and reports to the Controller. S/he will assist with the day-to-day financial operations of our schools and regional office in the areas of accounting, accounts payable, financial audits, and vendor relations. Additionally, s/he will work with the accounting team to build a scalable and efficient financial infrastructure, provide exceptional service and support to our schools, and ensure their continued financial success. The ideal candidate for this position will have strong organizational skills, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to learn quickly and problem-solve. S/he must be an excellent communicator who enjoys working with people and is a continuous learner. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and grow as an accounting professional. We are looking for someone who is passionate about KIPP’s mission, and is eager to learn. The Accounting Associate will be based out of our Regional Support Office (RSO) in downtown Oakland (BART accessible). Roles and Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Accounts Payable Approve and review online accounts payable portal and ensure all invoices are forwarded to Concur in a timely manner. Approve monthly reimbursement requests via Concur and import data to accounting system Work closely with Operations Managers and Directors  at our schools to answer day-to-day accounting related inquiries Follow up on vendor and reimbursement outstanding checks Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries Maintains accurate vendor records in the accounting software and request W-9 forms as needed. Year-End Closing and Financial Audits Assist with semi-annually financial closing Assist accounting team during Spring and Fall on-site audit Enter all prior fiscal year invoices and reimbursements Gather necessary documentation for audit preparation— including checks, deposit documentation, bank statements, and invoices Prepare and file annual IRS Forms 1096 and 1099 Manage annual unpaid use tax to CA Board of Equalization and responsible to correspond to all inquiries. Potential Opportunities for Growth Train new Operations Managers on accounting policies and procedures Hold monthly RSO Concur office hours Skills and Qualifications Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission. Firm belief that all children will learn and can achieve at high levels Bachelor’s degree Demonstrated experience or interest in accounting, for example— proficiency in MIP (Sage/Abila) and/or other accounting software systems; accounting work experience; or accounting degree, emphasis, and/or certification Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel) and Google applications (e.g. Mail, Calendar, Docs, Drive) Proficient in business writing and communication Ability to set priorities in a fast-paced work environment, pay attention to detail, and multi-task Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative Humility and respect: eager to learn, admits mistakes, and welcomes and responds effectively to constructive feedback Compensation We are dedicated to you and your family’s well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

The Impact Manager is solely responsible for the specific implementation of the Whole School Whole Child service model at an elementary school, middle school, or high school.  Responsibilities Managing and coaching a team of 8 - 15 AmeriCorps members providing a clear vision, systems and structures, and professional development to empower and motivate them throughout the year. Serving as a trusted advisor to principal and school staff by serving as a member of the school’s Instructional Leadership Team, holding regular meetings with the administrator, maintaining a strong presence in school, working collaboratively with administration and staff to implement the Whole School Whole Child model, and building a bridge between AmeriCorps members and the school so that their work with students is setup for success. Inspiring your team to embrace City Year’s culture and the belief that all students can achieve great things in school and life regardless of their socio - economic background or current academic proficiency. Developing a team culture that utilizes student achievement data to inform all instructional decisions and embraces grit, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a growth mindset. Observing and coaching AmeriCorps members to actively pursue student achievement results through consistently strong instruction and sound lesson planning. Providing a strong foundation of intervention management that will ensure regular access for tutoring, protected AmeriCorps member schedules, and a consistent feedback loop for learning. Developing AmeriCorps members professionally and empowering them to leverage leadership opportunities and actively pursue professional growth during their service year. Investing in the learning and development of AmeriCorps members so that they can translate their experience in City Year to any future professional or academic endeavor. Qualifications Leadership Coaching or leadership experience strongly preferred (sports coaches, educational coaches, etc.) Ability to relate with and inspire 18 – 25 year olds. Believes in young people as agents of social change. Exhibits a high level of accountability, project execution, and personal responsibility. Demonstrates grit, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a growth mindset. Ability to mobilize diverse, young groups towards achieving ambitious goals. Communication Ability to communicate openly and respectfully with a diverse community. Exhibits excellent customer service and is consistent with follow-up. Experience navigating difficult conversations around performance, interpersonal and inter-team conflict, race, gender, sexuality, class, education reform, and/or diversity. Relationship Development Ability to identify potential partnership problems, analyze issues, and extrapolate appropriate solutions to strengthen relationships. Ability to navigate multiple schoolhouse relationships, at times with competing priorities, to implement Whole School, Whole Child model and pursuing student achievement result. Invests in Impact Manager team collaboration and development to demonstrate strong leadership and teamwork for AmeriCorps members. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

  About Us KIPP SoCal Public Schools (KIPP SoCal) is a nonprofit organization that operates tuition-free, open-enrollment, public charter schools focused on preparing students in systemically under-resourced communities in Southern California for choice filled lives. In July 2019, KIPP LA Public Schools and KIPP San Diego Public Schools united to become KIPP SoCal Public Schools to better meet the needs of our students. We currently operate 19 schools, educate approximately 8,200 students and support an additional 4,300 alumni who are attending high school and college. The Opportunity The KIPP Through College (KTC) Operations Associate supports the overall operations of the KIPP Through College team including external communication, data and logistics. This role includes significant project management, event planning and data entry/oversight. This position reports to the Managing Director of KIPP Through College and will work out of KIPP SoCal’s Los Angeles School Success Team Office. Operations Plan and execute events to support students on their path to and through college. These may include: college tours, admissions presentations, school fairs, and networking events Coordinate all event logistics inclusive of administrative duties such as identifying venues, ordering food, and staying within the allotted budget Coordinate with relevant team members to secure student attendance and content development Create outreach materials for events Attend events, as needed Coordinate nomination process for special programs for students Work with KTC counselors to identify students for opportunities and ensure completion of applications on time Execute the KTC scholarship program including collecting applications and running the selection process Coordinate logistics for team meetings and outings Oversight of ordering and distribution of promotional items Data Serve as data liaison for the region Oversee transcript collection for high school alumni Supervise part-time data intern as part of the transcript collection strategy Work with KTC Managing Director and Associate Director to ensure database is updated regularly External Communication Update monthly KTC bulletin for distribution across the organization Edit and approve newsletters sent to alumni and families Create materials for external partnerships The Qualifications Bachelor's degree required Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work autonomously Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills Keen attention to detailFlexibility to adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment Previous experience with college access or persistence is a plus The Perks Very competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost 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, tuition reimbursement for dependents, 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. KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website,  http://www.kippsocal.org/ . Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.

About Us KIPP SoCal Public Schools (KIPP SoCal) is a nonprofit organization that operates tuition-free, open-enrollment, public charter schools focused on preparing students in systemically under-resourced communities in Southern California for choice filled lives. In July 2019, KIPP LA Public Schools and KIPP San Diego Public Schools united to become KIPP SoCal Public Schools to better meet the needs of our students. We currently operate 19 schools, educate approximately 8,200 students and support an additional 4,300 alumni who are attending high school and college. School Business Operations Manager Opportunity Lead all non-instructional functions of a school allowing the School Leader and other instructional staff to drive superior student achievement Be the subject matter expert for school operations, responsibilities include successfully executing systems, processes and policies in all non-instructional areas Manage a school-based operations team, ensuring the school is in compliance with all local, district, state and federal laws and regulations,  and leading all efforts toward operational excellence Finance & Purchasing : School-site partner of the regional Finance & Accounting Team, with responsibility for procurement, cash receipts, deposits, effective implementation of financial policies, and assistance to the School Leader with budget management Student Information & Reporting :   Coordinates with KIPP SoCal's School Success Team with regard to all data analysis and reporting; and ensures confidentiality and security of files and all information pertaining to students, parents, staff, and community Facilities :   Manages and oversees the upkeep of the school’s facilities and coordinates with the School Success Team to implement school facility projects and maintenance; manages vendor relationships to ensure that maintenance, janitorial and pest control services are properly carried out School Nutrition Program : Manages the School Nutrition Program and implements processes and procedures that result in high quality, compliant and cost effective food services; coordinates with food vendor, implements accurate counting and claiming procedures, submits meal reimbursement claims, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations Student Recruitment & Enrollment : Manages the enrollment cycle at the school site with support from the School Success Team, including student recruitment, lottery management, waitlist management, and parent/student orientations Emergency Preparedness : Develops and maintains the school’s emergency safety plan, conducts quarterly staff emergency safety training, schedules and leads monthly drills, and maintains school emergency supplies Trip Planning & Event Coordination : Plans and coordinates logistics for school events and activities as needed, including, parent meetings, concerts, special events, fundraisers and field lessons Team Development & Management : Manages all operations staff at the school-site, including one to two office staff and operational aides; sets goals for the operations team and leads/supports team members toward achieving both performance and developmental goals through regular check-ins and the implementation of KIPP LA’s performance management systems Organizational Effectiveness & Leadership : Improve and implement systems that contribute and drive school operations toward operational excellence, Maintain continuous communication with internal and external stakeholders, keeping SL informed and updated on all aspects of school operationsLead, plan and execute  short term school based projects School Business Operations Manager Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required Experience managing charter school operations preferred, but not required Demonstrated ability to think strategically, anticipating future outcomes and events, then incorporate them into thoughtful solutions Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adjust priorities and work autonomously Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment School Business Operations Manager Perks Very competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost 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, tuition reimbursement for dependents, 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. KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website,  http://www.kippsocal.org/ . Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.

About College Track College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes the academic, financial, and social-emotional barriers that prevent low-income and first-generation students from earning their college degree. In 1997, we started with 25 students in East Palo Alto, and today, we have ten centers located in underserved communities across California, Colorado, Louisiana, and the D.C. Metro Area with more than 3,000 students on the path to upward social mobility. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org Our Impact College Track students graduate from college at a rate that is more than double the national average for low-income and first-generation students. Five years out of college, our graduates are employed full-time, and over 85% report earnings greater than their parents. By helping our students maximize the value of their four-year college degree, which includes minimizing student loan debt, securing internships, and limiting the need to work while in college--we prepare them to succeed in the 21st century economy.       Our Values At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best.    Position Overview We are seeking a professional, dynamic, hands-on, collaborative and self-motivated leader to join us as our Vice President of Finance and to serve as our financial and operations expert within the organization.  As a key member of the national leadership team and reporting directly to the Chief Finance and Operating Officer, the Vice President of Finance will lead a team of five direct reports and oversee Finance, IT, and facilities functions. The Vice President of Finance  provides strategic and values-driven leadership, oversight and guidance for College Track by establishing, implementing, and monitoring financial plans and budgets as outlined in the strategic plan.   works closely with colleagues across the organization (e.g. program, human resources, development, operations, etc.) and across geographies to assess and implement business process and system improvements that foster efficient, scalable business processes. is responsible for the development of financial management strategy, oversight and management of all fiscal operations, assurance and regulatory compliance, corporate compliance  leads in the development of the information technology and facilities departments, and other departments assigned leads in managing risk, including but not limited to operational, business, liability, legal, and regulatory risk, for the organization contributes to the development and achievement of the organization’s strategic goals.  Our ideal candidate will be a strong people manager/developer and a true finance business partner in a mission-driven education nonprofit. The Vice-President of Finance will be as comfortable digging into numbers, spreadsheets, and formulas, as s/he is at interacting with team members across the organization to support the growth and development of the organization. Primary Responsibilities: Financial Planning and Budgeting Lead College Track’s annual budgeting process, including collaborating with national departments, regions, and site leaders to understand and decide on financial trade-offs and (dis)/investment opportunities that produces a final, board approved budget with clear links to the annual goals and key strategies from the annual planning process. Provide budget owners (some of whom may have limited financial experience) with key insights, actionable intelligence, operational and financial learnings such that they are able to make business decisions accordingly.  Provide system and report training to help them independently access their budget and performance information. Proactively anticipate and forecast variances to budget, thereby providing early indicators about potential issues, to engage the National Leadership Team and budget owners to create action plans to address negative variances and/or take advantage of investment opportunities. Financial Modeling/Strategic Planning Create and manage comprehensive financial models that support organization-wide strategic planning, including across multiple business units, product lines, and departments.  Ensure team members partner with budget owners to help understand and translate business opportunities into multivariate financial models, including for forecasting, sensitivity analysis, and scenario planning to drive business decision-making. Serve as an effective thought partner to organizational leaders through interpretation of complex financial information to assist in decision-making. Financial Reporting and Development Support Oversee the coordination and monitoring of cash operations and capital planning, including forecasting needs and developing appropriate financial sources to ensure adequate cash flow and access to working and long-term capital. Oversee the monthly and annual close process to produce timely, accurate financial statements, including budget to actuals, statement of activities, balance sheets, cash flow, and forecasts. Ensure the team partners with the development team to accurately forecast, track, and plan for philanthropic activities. Oversee nonprofit fund, government, and grant accounting in close collaboration with the Controller, Development staff and program staff.   Develop and produce key monthly internal financial performance reports and dashboards for the organization that drive organizational accountability and provide high-level results analysis. Review and edit grant agreements to ensure alignment with budget and reporting deadlines. Ensure the accurate and timely production of all financial performance and forecast reports, budgets, and reporting tools for internal execution and external relations with funders.  Accounting Operations   Oversee all accounts, ledgers and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards, regulatory requirements, and board policies. Oversee the accurate and timely month and fiscal year end closing process, ensuring completion of all audit and compliance related activities. Oversee the tracking and reporting of the organization’s temporarily and permanently restricted fund and administer timely releases. Oversee annual audit process and maintain relationship with external auditors; liaise with the finance committee of the board of directors; assess any changes necessary. Finance Systems, Processes and Procedures Regularly review, monitor, recommend, and drive improvements to finance policies and procedures to ensure internal controls are in place that protect the organization against fraud and provide assurances that College Track’s accounting records are accurate and complete. Provide financial operations expertise and institutional knowledge to help coordinate improvements to the overall organization, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and analysis. IT and Facilities Oversight  Grow and manage an IT team and consultants to support all systems for a rapidly growing 150 employee national company. Oversee IT vendor selection and relationships; negotiate and manage vendor contracts; support facility vendor selection and relationships. Oversee the coordination of national real estate acquisition, buildout, space planning, and facilities maintenance consistent with the College Track brand. Oversee facility issues, including major maintenance projects, builds, and lease negotiation and agreements. Risk Management Oversee business insurance, risk management, and legal activities including letters of agreement, contracts, leases and other legal documents and agreements. In collaboration with other national departments, serve as primary liaison addressing operational risk management issues and policies. Ensures full compliance with all codes, regulations (local, state, and federal), and safety standards to protect the well-being of all students, guests, and employees occupying the buildings. Skills & Experience Required   First and foremost, the Vice-President of Finance must embrace the College Track vision of transforming low-income communities into places where college readiness and college graduation are the norms. S/he must embody and model College Track core values and model a deep commitment to improving equity.   Additionally, candidates must possess the following qualifications:   Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or Master’s degree with a concentration in finance or similar field preferred. 12+ years of management experience, with at least five years in a senior leadership role in finance and operations preferably in the education, non-profit or corporate sectors Significant experience with non-profit accounting systems, fund accounting and government funding compliance. A "doer" who eagerly rolls up the sleeves, tackles problems, and generates solutions in a timely manner. Operates with a high sense of urgency and responsiveness balanced by a need for providing accurate information based on strategic priorities. Detail-oriented, well-organized, and structured in the creation and presentation of information.  Ability to synthesize complex financial matters into clearly articulated financial and business summaries, with not only the "rolled up" numbers but also the explanation / narrative about the business implications. Strong communicator in both writing and orally. Can distill complex financial matters into digestible elements. Believes that technology enabled, data-driven, people-centric businesses are fun places to be.  Takes a balanced approach to people and issues: 1) unafraid to take a stand or recommend a hard choice -- such as making a budget change now to avoid a likely negative variance later, 2) while also able to understand others' perspectives and process new information to refresh one's thinking on a topic. Ability to interact inclusively and productively with diverse individual team members, department leads, senior leaders, board members, and external parties. Believes strongly in celebrating success while also always seeking to improve on the current state. Will therefore seek ways to maximize the current operational model, while pursuing targeted initiatives to improve upon it. Is obsessively customer-driven -- believing that a good finance partner understands both the explicit and underlying business needs, is proactive, stays on point for strategic value-add, and is responsive without being unproductively reactive to team-member and external-party needs. High degree of flexibility and adaptability; can work within an ambitious, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solution. Above all, wants to make a positive difference in the world through education. Compensation & Benefits College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off.  To Apply Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter to: Laura Powell Principal Laura Powell LLC [email protected] .   No phone inquiries please.  Candidates chosen for further consideration will be contacted.       College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Position Overview The Finance Associate is a key member of the five-person finance team and will report to the Associate Director of Finance. As a function, the finance team reports directly into the CEO and serves as a strategic internal consultancy on major decisions. The objective of the finance team is to maximize student outcomes over the long-term through the efficient, effective, and sustainable allocation of financial resources. This is accomplished through an effective balance of hard and soft skills as our work is rooted in empowering organizational leaders, who bring academic expertise and proximity to students, with high quality financial information and advising to make effective decisions.  This position will not have a direct report but will actively support the finance team’s culture of continuous learning and shared voice through frequent participation and leadership in team meetings. Responsibilities Serve as financial adviser Advise school leaders (principals) and operations managers on fiscal operating decisions and multi-year planning, and collaborate with them both in person and remotely to achieve financial sustainability goals Analyze trends in spending and behavior in order to maximize resource allocation and student results Serve as a hands-on thought partner to regional office leaders on their spending decisions and expense projections Empower school and regional office leaders with tools, information and analyses to help them make thoughtful and impactful decisions in service of our students Support on due diligence and execution of $10M+ facility financing transactions for our schools   Develop into a financial systems product manager Maximize value of Adaptive Insights, our financial planning system, by integrating with our data warehouse and building cross-functional analyses, enabling the organization to make data-informed decisions to maximize student outcomes  Develop a multi-year systems strategy and roadmap, building more data connections, implementing new product functionalities, and streamlining processes to scale our finance team Create and manage effective trainings for our 75+ school and regional office leaders   Grow into a finance team leader Contribute to the multi-year vision and annual initiatives for the finance team Own and deliver quarterly updates and results to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ Finance Committee Support the finance team’s culture of continuous learning and shared voice through frequent participation and leadership in team meetings Grow into potential stretch assignments that may include, but are not limited to… Serving as the Finance Lead for our KIPP Through College (KTC) team, enabling the KTC team to effectively prepare our 3,000+ and growing alumni to lead choice-filled lives  Developing into a charter school facilities financing expert, building relationships with various lenders and advising our senior leaders on specific financing opportunities in order to provide high-quality, low-cost learning environments for all of our students  Must-Have Qualifications Key Qualities Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission: firm belief that all children will learn and deserve access to an excellent public education Approaches work with joy and curiosity Actively seeks personal and professional growth Skills Strategic and analytical thinker who exhibits excellent judgment Achievement-oriented and can translate plans into action Utilizes systems-thinking to contextualize opportunities for improvement  Synthesizes and simplifies complex concepts to clearly communicate them to key stakeholders Builds relationships to motivate and engage a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders Self‐directs and exhibits flexibility in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial environment Strong skills and comfort with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Docs  Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in any field, or equivalent practical experience  Preferred Qualifications Skills Financial analysis and modeling experience Understanding of financial planning and analysis Skilled at analyzing, interpreting, and visualizing data Familiarity with SQL and Tableau Familiarity with cloud enterprise software, ideally Adaptive Insights or a similar financial planning software Education and Experience 2+ years of relevant work experience Compensation We are dedicated to you and your family's well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits. 

Position:          Regional Director, Bay Area Location:         Santa Clara County, California Job Description:  The Regional Director, as part of the Regional Advocacy team, leads member schools’ interests across Santa Clara County and neighboring regions in the areas of charter school policy, school authorization, strengthening relationships with elected and appointed officials, and advocacy support for new and renewing charters.  This position works closely with charter school operators, community organizations, and local elected and appointed officials to maximize the positive impact of charter schools in the region and to ensure that all students and families have access to high quality, public school options.  Overview of Responsibilities: The Bay Area Regional Advocacy team supports over 175 charter schools across the Bay Area, including over 50 schools in Santa Clara County. The Regional Director will forge relationships with the individuals leading charter schools in the region and develop a comprehensive understanding of the challenges they face as they operate their schools. This position works directly with the Bay Area Managing Regional Director and content experts in facilities, growth, special education, communications, and policy to advocate on behalf of charter schools and students around a variety of issues that schools may face.     Essential Duties Policy Making and Advocacy : Manage charter-related policy matters at the Santa Clara County Board of Education and several other key school districts. Relationship Building : Cultivate relationships with elected and appointed officials at the county and district level and build and manage relationships with charter leaders in support of the local advocacy agenda through the Charter Community of Silicon Valley (CCSV). Community Building : Foster the development of a more unified charter community, armed with timely updates and analysis of issues of local and statewide importance, that can collectively identify key issues, priorities, strategies and, when necessary, mobilize to support or defend the charter movement when necessary. Strategic Planning : Support and actively engage in the development, promotion, and adoption of the team’s strategic priorities to ensure they are aligned with CCSA’s broader priorities and are reflective of the charter community’s needs. Political Engagement: Engage in non-partisan and partisan electoral work including strategic planning and implementation under the umbrella of CCSA Advocates, our electoral arm. Cross Team Collaboration: Partner with internal CCSA teams to align resources and maximize advocacy work and outcomes.   What Success Looks Like To achieve success in this role, qualified candidates will be able to consistently meet and exceed these goals: Establish and secure a positive local policy environment to ensure that students enrolled in charter schools have equitable access to resources (e.g. facilities, funding, and technology) and schools receive fair and transparent oversight. Foster the development of an engaged charter community where local leaders are essential drivers of key policy priorities by participating in the decision-making process about local advocacy strategy and inform and engage their communities in collective actions to support positive policy development.   Build bridges between elected and appointed officials, community leaders, and charter operators to provide accurate information about charters, facilitate opportunities to visit local charter schools in an effort to challenge misconceptions about charter schools and expand the role of the community in local charter schools.      Required Capabilities Self-starter with exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills Passion for public education and social justice through an education lens and willingness to challenge the status quo Deep appreciation for community and a commitment to bringing diverse people together Masterful ability to manage multiple projects and people while providing a high level of service to members Receptiveness to working in a remote environment and, at times, non-traditional hours Exceptional communication skills Reside within Santa Clara County (or willingness to relocate) with access to reliable transportation Preferred Capabilities At least 5 years professional work experience at the school or policy level Master’s degree Strong command of modern workplace tools such as Salesforce, Excel, and other Office products Exceptional organizational skills Fluency in Spanish   How to Apply Please submit a cover letter, resume and references as one PDF or Word document. Cover letter answering the following questions: What is it about our mission that resonates with your experience and/or interests? What makes you an exceptional candidate for this position in particular? Please highlight any previous experience with education organizations in Santa Clara or the Bay Area, if applicable. Where did you learn about this opportunity? What are your salary expectations for this position? Resume References (will only contact after notifying you) Save the document as “your first name and last name” – Regional Director, Bay Area and email attachments to: [email protected] . Please do not write anything in the subject link or in the email body. Position will be open until filled. Benefits and Salary Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, CCSA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401K eligibility after the first 90 days of employment, and generous paid time off.   Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

About KIPP Bay Area Public Schools KIPP is a non-profit network of 224 college-preparatory, public charter schools across the country educating early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students. KIPP schools are united by a common mission, a commitment to excellence, and a belief that if we help children develop the academic and character strengths they need for college and choice-filled lives, they will be able to build a better tomorrow for themselves, for their communities, and for us all. There are currently 15 KIPP schools across the Bay Area educating nearly 6,000 students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City and supporting over 3,000 alumni around the country.  Position Overview The Finance Manager/Associate is a key member of the five-person finance team and will report to the Associate Director of Finance. As a function, the finance team reports directly into the CEO and serves as a strategic internal consultancy on major decisions. The objective of the finance team is to maximize student outcomes over the long-term through the efficient, effective, and sustainable allocation of financial resources. This is accomplished through an effective balance of hard and soft skills as our work is rooted in empowering organizational leaders, who bring academic expertise and proximity to students, with high-quality financial information and advising to make effective decisions.  This position will not have a direct report but will actively support the finance team’s culture of continuous learning and shared voice through frequent participation and leadership in team meetings. Responsibilities Serve as financial adviser Advise school leaders (principals) and operations managers on fiscal operating decisions and multi-year planning, and collaborate with them both in person and remotely to achieve financial sustainability goals Analyze trends in spending and behavior in order to maximize resource allocation and student results Serve as a hands-on thought partner to regional office leaders on their spending decisions and expense projections Empower school and regional office leaders with tools, information, and analyses to help them make thoughtful and impactful decisions in service of our students Support on due diligence and execution of $10M+ facility financing transactions for our schools Develop into a financial systems product manager Maximize the value of Adaptive Insights, our financial planning system, by integrating with our data warehouse and building cross-functional analyses, enabling the organization to make data-informed decisions to maximize student outcomes  Develop a multi-year systems strategy and roadmap, building more data connections, implementing new product functionalities, and streamlining processes to scale our finance team Create and manage effective trainings for our 75+ school and regional office leaders   Grow into a finance team leader Contribute to the multi-year vision and annual initiatives for the finance team Own and deliver quarterly updates and results to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ Finance Committee Support the finance team’s culture of continuous learning and shared voice through frequent participation and leadership in team meetings Grow into potential stretch assignments that may include, but are not limited to… Serving as the Finance Lead for our KIPP Through College (KTC) team, enabling the KTC team to effectively prepare our 3,000+ and growing alumni to lead choice-filled lives  Developing into a charter school facilities financing expert, building relationships with various lenders and advising our senior leaders on specific financing opportunities in order to provide high-quality, low-cost learning environments for all of our students  Must-Have Qualifications Key Qualities Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission: firm belief that all children will learn and deserve access to an excellent public education Approaches work with joy and curiosity Actively seeks personal and professional growth Skills Strategic and analytical thinker who exhibits excellent judgment Achievement-oriented and can translate plans into action Utilizes systems-thinking to contextualize opportunities for improvement  Synthesizes and simplifies complex concepts to clearly communicate them to key stakeholders Builds relationships to motivate and engage a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders Self‐directs and exhibits flexibility in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial environment Strong skills and comfort with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Docs  Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in any field, or equivalent practical experience  Preferred Qualifications  Skills Financial analysis and modeling experience Understanding of financial planning and analysis Skilled at analyzing, interpreting, and visualizing data Familiarity with SQL and Tableau Familiarity with cloud enterprise software, ideally Adaptive Insights or similar financial planning software Education and Experience 4+ years of relevant work experience Compensation We are dedicated to you and your family's well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits. 

The Learning and Coaching Specialist reports directly to the Director of Learning and Development (L&D). In collaboration with other site members, a Learning and Coaching Specialist ensures through learning content development, facilitation, and coaching that our site’s Staff and AmeriCorps Members (ACMs) are prepared to apply and grow in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to track towards City Year San José/Silicon Valley’s vision, mission, and yearly goals. For site-based staff, a Learning and Coaching Specialist leverages their instructional design skills to create formal learning programs differentiated based on time on staff, department, and/or site-wide specific needs. Specifically, for the field-based Impact Department, a Learning and Coaching Specialist provides the foundational resources and formal training to support the delivery of high-quality services that ultimately increase student achievement. The Learning and Coaching Specialist leverages their educational background and influential leadership to develop the coaching skills of full-time Impact Managers and second year AmeriCorps Team Leaders, as well as improve the implementation skills of ACMs serving across 14 elementary, middle and high schools in East San José. A Learning and Coaching Specialist continually assesses training and service quality through use of both quantitative and qualitative measures. From this data, a Learning and Coaching Specialist provides insights, identifies responsive resources and training content, and refines their own work. The Learning and Coaching Specialist’s responsibilities will be split between field-based and office-based work. Job Description Responsibilities Field Service Impact & Evaluation Perform on-site coaching to Impact Managers and Team Leaders around development of coaching skills. Work collaboratively with Analytics Department in assessing impact in ACM growth and coaching. Work collaboratively with Impact Directors to ensure progress against goals leveraging data analysis and effective coaching. Staff and AmeriCorps Member Learning and Development Continue to refine coaching model to ensure instructional excellence. Share instructional best practices with Impact staff around service excellence and impact. Execute high-quality, relevant learning content for ACMs and staff ensuring alignment to learning calendar while remaining responsive to needs and service priorities. By request, support the development of school team/department based trainings and resources. Work collaboratively across departments, City Year sites, and external facilitators to ensure high relevance and effectiveness of learning. Impact Department Development and Design Assist Director of L&D in developing/refining formal learning programs, which includes but is not limited to content and resource development, in response to data trends and observed needs. Utilize data analysis and research to improve own work and to leverage in the development, innovation and enhancement of the site’s learning strategy. Engage in assigned partnerships within City Year and external that may advance our sites service model. * Other special projects and administrative tasks, as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required with a focus in Education or related field strongly preferred. Adult training content development and delivery experience. Teaching, educational instruction, and/or instructional coaching experience. Experience at Middle School or High School a plus. Experience with English Language Learners and/or Special Education a plus. Demonstrated success in differentiating instruction and improving student achievement Holds self accountable, sets high expectations for self and others, and works with and supports others (doing and modeling) to mobilize and motivate. Skill in conveying thoughts and ideas clearly, actively listens, communicates in a solution-oriented manner, and incorporates others’ views into work. Ability to establish and build diverse, mutually beneficial, and sustainable partnerships within and without City Year, balancing delivery of results with relationship building. Strategically directs critical relationships to advance City Year’s mission, while removing obstacles for City Year AmeriCorps and staff members. Strong attention to detail and proven organizational and project management skills. Thrives in diverse, high energy, and entrepreneurial environment. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

Ednovate Background Ednovate launched its first school, USC Hybrid High, a personalized learning high school, in 2012. Since then, Ednovate has grown to five schools in Los Angeles County and Orange County. Ednovate is committed to serving in areas where students traditionally lack access to a quality college prep education by building tuition-free, safe and high-performing public schools to neighborhoods that need it the most.  Ednovate is currently planning for our next growth phase as we continue to fulfill our mission to make a positive multigenerational change within the communities we serve and in our profession.   Position Description As a key member of the Leadership Team, the CFO will report directly to the CEO and play a critical role in the overall strategic management of the organization. The CFO will set the financial strategy for Ednovate's $30M operating budget and $50M real estate portfolio, while also designing and delivering effective financial systems across the organization. Additionally, the CFO will steward the organization as it embarks upon its next phase of growth, growing to 11 schools, serving nearly 6,000 students, with a $100M operating budget, and $200M in real estate assets. The CFO will serve as a strategic partner to organizational leaders, providing financial guidance to inform decisions, as well as leading long-term financial strategy, forecasting, and budgeting. The CFO is committed to Ednovate's mission, has deep financial planning and analysis expertise, and is an excellent communicator capable of distilling complex concepts into clear narratives for diverse internal and external audiences, including executives, board members, public officials, funders, and lenders. In carrying out his/her responsibilities, the CFO must be able to manage a complex long-term financial model to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This person will also manage Ednovate's external budgeting and accounting team, ExED, to lead the organization's budgeting process and financial reporting. This position will be based out of the Ednovate Support Team office in Downtown Los Angeles, though time spent in schools will be expected. Duties for this position include, but are not limited to: Organizational Leadership - the CFO will serve as a thought partner to and member of the Ednovate Leadership Team as staff financial lead, setting organizational vision and strategy, mentoring staff, and providing oversight. They will also work closely with the Board of Directors as well as key external stakeholders, including funders, lenders, and authorizers. Strategic & Annual Planning - the CFO will set the financial strategy and lead long-term financial forecasting & budgeting for Ednovate's $30M operating budget. They will review financial systems and processes and drive improvements that will enable leaders at every level of the organization to understand financial impact of decisions and consistently operate favorable to budget. Most importantly, the CFO will see around corners - recognize and anticipate opportunities and challenges as they relate to organizational plans; generate ideas, strategies, and solutions to drive impact. Capital Finance - the CFO will manage the financing strategy for $50M real estate portfolio, and $150M in new campus construction over the next five to ten years. They will also manage relationships with funding partners and lead project financing efforts to ensure timely acquisition of new permanent facilities.    Financial Planning and Analysis - the CFO will manage a complex long-term financial model to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability across the organization including the development of alternative long-range and short-range scenarios. They will also define metrics to monitor and predict the financial performance of entities across the organization, develop systems to track performance metrics and make decisions around resource allocation. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Reporting - the CFO will lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with stakeholders across the organization, culminating with financially healthy budgets. They will oversee the budget implementation during the fiscal year, managing ExEd to ensure budgets are accurate and support solid decision-making.  Key financial metrics will be presented on a monthly basis to ensure all key stakeholders routinely review performance to budget. Management and Oversight - the CFO will oversee all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities for the organization, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, the Audit Committee, and the Finance/Business Advisory Group. They will also manage and inspire the 4+ person ExEd external budgeting and accounting team.  Candidate Qualifications MBA or other advanced degree, or comparable experience of a minimum of 12 years Minimum of 5+ years of progressive senior responsibility in developing and building out FP&A function with a major company or division of a large corporation. Experience in a not-for-profit/school environment is preferred but not required.  Knowledge of capital and debt markets landscape, including facilities financing options,  is a plus but not required Track record of building, leading, and inspiring effective teams; evidence of building an outcomes/data-driven team culture and coaching/developing others to maximize their potential Budget development and implementation experience in a complex organization Highly effective communicator, capable of distilling complex concepts Highly systems and process-oriented Strong project management skills and ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of constituents A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced and hard-working environment Ednovate Non-Negotiables A history of high achievement and results Impressive work ethic ("good isn't good enough") Clear passion for Ednovate's Mission Obsessive attention to detail Service-focused mentality A belief that all Ednovate students will succeed in college and make a Positive Multigenerational Change Application Process Interested candidates should begin the process by submitting an application through Ednovate's website at http://www.ednovate.org/careers Compensation Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. A comprehensive compensation plan will include a competitive benefits package. Statement of Non-Discrimination Ednovate does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

City Year Los Angeles is seeking a dynamic Individual Giving Manager who will be responsible for leading efforts to steward current individual donors and identify and secure new donors at the $10K level and below. Reporting to the Individual Giving Director, the Individual Giving Manager will be a key member of the Development Team and will contribute to the site’s fundraising and relationship management strategies in a number of ways. The Individual Giving Director and Manager are collectively responsible for securing an annual revenue goal of $3.5M from both existing and new individual donors. The Individual Giving Manager maintains a sophisticated and nuanced understanding of current and prospective donors' and members' interests, enthusiasms, connections, and relationships with City Year Los Angeles, in order to advance successful engagement, cultivation, and stewardship strategies. The ideal candidate must take a creative approach to opportunities and have a hunger to build relationships. Exceptional organizational and written and verbal communication skills are necessary for this position, as is the ability to multitask, meet deadlines and achieve results in a team environment. Responsibilities Support the advancement of City Year’s mission by identifying potential supporters, working collaboratively across our organization to develop tailored donor engagement that matches their interests and resources, raising $500,000 from new and existing donors, $100,000 of which should come from new donors. Individual Donor Strategy (below $10K): Identify key networking/cultivation/social events to attend and in turn, develop a pipeline of prospects Maintain an active pipeline of approximately 80 prospects Strategize with Individual Giving Director to prepare unique engagement strategies tailored to prospect’s interests and resources Research prospects by scanning annual reports, gala sponsorships, etc. New Individual Donor Cultivation: Interact authentically with prospects at events to establish and deepen potential and current donor relationships Cultivate and engage new individual prospects weekly Engage donors in supporting AmeriCorps member professional development by planning and executing networking events Manage and execute end of year giving campaigns, Charitybuzz auctions, and other fundraising initiatives Existing Donor Management: Utilize events such as the Associates Board fall event and Spring Break fundraiser to solicit and engage new and existing donors Recommend new engagement opportunities and implement best practices for current and future donors Identify current donors with increased giving potential and collaborate with Individual Giving Director on strategy to increase gifts Successfully steward CYLA donor relationships, managing appropriate frequency of outreach, communication, appreciation and involvement Co-manage CYLA Associates Board with Individual Giving Director, supporting with intentional engagement and execution of all touchpoints Create opportunities that enable current champions to engage their networks and expand our community Donor Recognition and Ongoing Engagement: Maintain accurate records and donor information in Salesforce donor database within 24-48 hours, tracking cultivation and stewardship activities and progress to goals Ensure existing and new donors are added to mailing lists and campaigns Regularly monitor progress and follow up to ensure timely collection of gifts Support Major Gift Donor Engagement: Offer administrative assistance for activities that are related to the management of individuals donors and prospects, including school meet and greets and all Red Jacket Society (our major gifts program) events Gather information to prepare proposals and progress reports for individual family foundations Tracking for major donors and events; follow up for recognition and gifts for donor-facing engagements Additional Site and Team Support Support with AmeriCorps member development and trainings for donor-facing engagements such as school meet and greets and events Partner with CYLA departments and staff, stakeholder engagement, event and service day participation and cross-departmental committees as needed to ensure site-wide goals are met Attend and support at multiple service day events throughout the year in partnership with the Civic Engagement team Qualifications: 2+ years relevant experience in non-profit fundraising, marketing, relationship management or related fields Able to work effectively under pressure, handle competing priorities and respond to short deadlines with a team and independently Strong attention to detail with a focus on results and process Flexibility to meet sudden and unpredictable donor needs and willingness to work outside standard established business hours Strong track record in building and maintaining productive relationships with key stakeholders Strategic thinker with the ability to manage short- and long-term plans and goals, with a record of achieving results Solid, persuasive communication skills, i.e. verbal and written Strong research skills – ability to identify and research individual donor prospects Passion for and commitment to community service, national service and/or the development of young people as leaders Knowledge of Los Angeles donor community preferred Valid driver’s license and vehicle Familiarity with Salesforce a plus Additional Qualities Needed: In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Strategic Thinking & Natural Curiosity: Be able to think conceptually and analytically. Able to identify the information needed to develop strategies and know when to elevate or seek guidance. Willing and eager to learn as well as able to identify key pieces of information. Develop Relationships: Use interpersonal interactions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes and advances City Year’s mission. Demonstrate cultural/diversity competence. Build trust in critical partner relationships, both internal and external to City Year. Demonstrate personal presence and confidence when working with partners. Communication: Write articulate and persuasive proposals and other documents. Have strong written and verbal communication and be able to inspire diverse audiences through communication. Listens carefully and is responsive to feedback. Manage to Results: Set realistic and achievable goals and break them down into interim goals. Be able to adjust when faced with obstacles and lead others to achieve success. Takes initiative, can troubleshoot and work well with others.    Team Player: Where necessary, be flexible to support other areas of the department such as the Corporate team and event coordination. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.