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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 twelve 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.   About College Track in the Los Angeles Area This year, College Track will expand to our 12th location – in Los Angeles. The Crenshaw District will be the home of our third College Track center in Los Angeles. College Track LA first opened in 2012 in the East Los Angeles community of Boyle Heights in partnership with the i.am.angel Foundation to serve students from Roosevelt High School. College Track Watts launched in 2015 in collaboration with the Wasserman Foundation to serve students from Jordan High School campus. Our sites offer students a safe space to succeed as members of a college-bound community. Together, our Los Angeles sites currently serve 685 students, including college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Our third center, scheduled to open in Summer 2020, will recruit 75 9th graders each year from Crenshaw High School and Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School, eventually serving 500 students at a time. Our expansion allows College Track LA to reach a compelling scale and enable us to diversify our student demographics. 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 Operations Managers are highly disciplined, efficient and organized. They develop and implement systems, structures and plans for site operations in a way that brings order and a sense of stability to the team and program participants. The Operations Manager role is to be nimble, able to remain focused and composed in the face of shifting and competing demands and ambiguity, while balancing student/family support and monitoring, with traditional administrative, operations and facilities management. Working in concert with the Site Director, Operations Managers exercise judgement and confidence to identify and elevate potential barriers to site success, while leveraging influence and organizing capacity in order to mobilize collaborative action, achieve goals, foster cooperation and promote compliance.  Primary Responsibilities Include: Lead and Manage Site Operations:  Successfully manage the day-to-day site operations, including office management, technology, facilities, event coordination, site safety, and vehicles. Direct and manage part-time and volunteer operations staff. Coordinate with full-time staff, part-time staff and volunteers across program departments. Manage front desk administration and facility projects including oversee the inventory of supplies. Serve as the central point of contact for technology inventory and work with the IT consultant to address technology needs. Also manage the use of College Track vehicles for transporting students home and to field trip destinations. Manage the Administration of Finance, Human Resources and Payroll:  Support the Site Director with finance and accounting by gathering, analyzing, and reporting necessary data. This includes tracking and processing invoices and reimbursements for staff and vendors. Support site supervisors with employee onboarding, orienting them to sitewide policies and act as an HR and payroll liaison for all employees and volunteer staff. Oversee Data Monitoring and Reporting:  Manage the tracking and reporting of student recruitment and enrollment. Update student contact and attendance records on an ongoing basis using student databases. Synthesize data to elevate insights and trends. Manage Student Scheduling and Attendance:  Coordinate across departments to conduct planning meetings and complete workshop and enrollment templates. Implement and maintain schedules within Salesforce by partnering with site leadership and students. Train staff and students on attendance policy and procedures, holding them accountable to org-wide expectations and providing individualized/site-wide interventions, when necessary. Support Student Recruitment:  Partner with Site Director in the annual student recruitment process through delivering presentations aimed at identifying and recruiting prospective students and overseeing the record keeping process. Student and Family Engagement:  Foster productive relationships with students and families. Support enrollment and student success by ensuring that attendance policy is enacted sitewide, executing intervention and incentive processes, and analyzing sitewide attendance trends to identify potential need for program change. New/Special Projects:  Additional projects, including event planning logistics, as assigned by the Site Director.  Highest Priority Competencies Resolve:  Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, takes setbacks in stride, and sees challenges as opportunities to grow.  Can galvanize oneself and others towards goals and impact.  Manage Self:  Reliably prioritizes the highest impact work amongst competing demands, delegates effectively, holds self accountable for their team’s outcomes and produces quality work consistently.     Set Goals, Plan and Achieve Results:  Clearly sets high expectations, motivates others to action and holds others accountable across varying levels of positional authority. Identifies a manageable set of goals and progress indicators. Creates, monitors, and adjusts plans based on data. Proactively flags and mitigates risk, identifies root causes for challenges and effectively problem solves. Focuses effort and resources on meeting those goals. Emotional Intelligence:  Demonstrates self-awareness, understands the perspectives of others and approaches interpersonal relationships with empathy.  Collaboration:  Builds and maintains positive working relationships with others, fosters cooperation and teamwork across their sphere of to expand organizational impact.  Skills & Experience Required Ideally 5 years of experience managing the operations of an organization, program (ideally youth serving) or school; Demonstrated ability to create,  implement and evaluate systems that support efficient operations and program delivery Demonstrable success using influence, vertically and across an organization, to manage to outcomes Interpersonal and communication skills that engender trust and facilitate relationship building with students, families and other community stakeholders, and the desire to connect and engage Basic aptitude and strong appetite to learn data and technology systems. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, and Excel in particular, required. Experience with Salesforce or other databases, Google Suite, and budget software such as Adaptive preferred Four-year college degree (preferred); high school diploma or equivalent required Spanish language fluency (preferred) Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required and ability to pass College Track’s drivers clearance process   Reporting Relationships Operations managers report to Site Directors. The number of direct reports varies by site type and location. 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. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.   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.

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.  Job Description 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 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 twelve 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. About College Track in the Los Angeles Area College Track LA first opened in 2012 in the East Los Angeles community of Boyle Heights in partnership with the i.am.angel Foundation to serve students from Roosevelt High School. College Track Watts launched in 2015 in collaboration with the Wasserman Foundation to serve students from Jordan High School campus. This year, College Track will expand to our 12th location – in Los Angeles. The Crenshaw District will be the home of our third College Track center in Los Angeles. Our sites offer students a safe space to succeed as members of a college-bound community. Together, our Los Angeles sites currently serve 685 students, including college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. In 2015, College Track Los Angeles opened our Watts center in partnership with the Wasserman Foundation, the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles, Partnership for Los Angeles Schools, and Green Dot Public Schools. At our impressive center on the Jordan High School campus, 260 students are on the path to college and career success. In Spring 2019,  47 of these scholars headed to colleges and universities across the U.S., rewriting the narrative for what young people in the Watts community can achieve. 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 Site Directors are inspiring, visionary, and highly relational leaders. Their expertise combines the capacity to engage and connect across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, with the instincts, authenticity, and gravitas to gain their trust and confidence. As practiced leaders, Site Directors drive results by holding and articulating an organization-wide vision, and tying it in a meaningful way to the aspirations, realities, and desired outcomes of a local site and community. They have a propensity for planning and managing competing priorities, and proven ability to marshal team members and resources and develop productive partnerships. They are equally adept at vision setting, operations, finance, and coaching. Site Directors are conduits to the national organization, carrying knowledge, tools, messages, mandates, and insights across channels, promoting mutual understanding and cohesion. While the Site Director role differs some by site and situation, its inhabitants are universally tenacious, agile, and adaptable, with unshakeable resolve and relentless commitment to strong student outcomes. Primary Responsibilities Include: Site Vision and Culture:  Set a powerful vision for student achievement. Inspire the commitment and collaboration of others towards the shared vision, and ensure the alignment of all decisions with that vision. Build a strong and enduring site culture based on mission, vision, and organizational values.  Staff Management:  Recruit, lead, manage, and develop a site team of full-time and part-time employees (paid and volunteer) to ensure the overall success of students. Build a collaborative, cross-functional team of individuals committed to achieving excellence and meeting site and organizational goals. Establish role clarity and shared expectations about distribution of responsibilities, prioritizing based on student, site, and organizational needs. General Site Management:  Identify and support site specific needs related to location or site type (start-up, established, transitioning). Develop and execute site-responsive plans that allow site to achieve desired goals and outcomes for students.  Student Recruitment and Enrollment:  Build relationships with partner middle schools/high schools to ensure a robust applicant pool representative of College Track’s mission and reflective of organizational goals. Develop strategic plan for recruitment and selection process, and set benchmarks. Lead the application collection, selection, and communication process. Develop a contingency plan to backfill enrollees. Family Engagement:  Develop strategy and create the conditions for authentic family engagement by team members. Support team to build deep trust and cultivate productive partnerships with families to maximize student achievement. Individual Student Planning and Monitoring:  Work with site staff to assess student data continuously, manage student dismissal and discipline and ensure that at least 90% of students matriculate to a four-year college and 70% graduate from college within six years despite obstacles. School and Community Partnerships:  Develop and formalize partnerships with organizations and partner schools on behalf of the site. Manage relationships and collaborate with key stakeholders of partner schools on student recruitment and intervention efforts.  Together with the regional team, steward partnerships with community based organizations, local colleges, corporations, individuals, and districts, that result in additional resources for our students and improvements to our program model. Be abreast and active in emerging trends and practices within the high school, college, and community landscape. Fiscal Management, Fundraising and Development:  Develop and manage budget. Work in collaboration with the College Track development team, as the external leader of the site, to execute development activities that support long-term sustainability.  Organization-wide Leadership: Participate as a member of the Regional Leadership and Strategy Teams, and liaise between site, regional, and national teams to support organizational cohesion. Team Leadership and Management:  Manage and coach team on growth & development of key competencies to ensure team and individual success on individual goals & development. Highest Priority Competencies Vision:  Co-creates a clear, inspiring vision. Invests others in it by helping them connect the vision to both daily work and long-term impact in a way that creates momentum and shared commitment to action. Build Teams:  Cultivates talent and assembles strong teams. Assigns work in a way that maximizes an individual’s assets and builds their leadership capabilities over time. Provides the right level of team support, tailored to the needs of individual team members. Set Goals, Plan and Achieve Results:  Clearly sets high expectations and holds others accountable. Identifies a manageable set of goals and progress indicators; creates monitors, and adjusts plans based on data. Proactively flags and mitigates risk, identifies root causes for challenges, and effectively problem solves. Focuses effort and resources on meeting those goals and takes responsibility for outcomes. Resolve:  Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles. Takes setbacks in stride. sees challenges as opportunities to grow. Can galvanize oneself and others towards goals and impact. Additional Skills, Experience and Characteristics Required Ideally 7-10 years of experience building or managing a complex, youth-serving project, program, or organization leading students to breakthrough results, including 5 years leading teams Track record of creating the conditions for high performance and talent retention by fostering a results-oriented, productive, diverse, equitable and inclusive team and culture of support, mutual-accountability, and impact   Ability to oversee effective delivery of College Track’s core work, partnering with the regional and national teams to achieve goals Success building relationships and communicating in a way that fosters trust, values differences, and furthers College Track’s mission Experience proactively driving healthy change by taking initiative, and applying both an operational and programmatic lens, to improve systems and program delivery High degree of flexibility and adaptability; can work within and drive decisions in the face of ambiguity and an ambitious, fast-moving environment; helps team move towards clarity and solutions Unwavering belief in the potential of students in setting high expectations  Minimum 4-year college degree (Master’s Degree preferred) Connection to the local community in which the site is situated is preferred, but not required Spanish language fluency (preferred) Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required and ability to pass College Track’s drivers clearance process Reporting Relationships Site Directions report to Regional Executive Directors. The number of direct reports varies by site maturity and location, and generally includes one or more full time staff and a team of part-time paid staff and volunteers. 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 upload a resume and cover letter with your application.  We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.       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.  

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 College Track is seeking a highly motivated, driven, entrepreneurial leader to serve as the LA Region’s Executive Director. The Executive Director will create and drive a regional, multi-year strategy and vision of impact that is rooted in the organization’s mission to empower students to achieve their dream of a college degree. The Executive Director will set the overarching regional direction, maximize our impact and create the conditions for successful new site development. Additionally, this position will drive significant gains in student achievement, execute a successful fundraising strategy, and procure high leverage partnerships that accelerate the organization’s aggressive growth goals. The Executive Director will lead a team that will support student college readiness for our students in the 2nd largest school district in the country (LAUSD serves over 600,000 students in grades K-12 ), and while there has been encouraging improvement in student graduation rates, less than half of graduating students met admission requirements for the University of California and/or the California State University systems in 2019.  College Track is committed to supporting LAUSD mission of meeting the goal of 100% student readiness for college by 2023. The Executive Director will report to the Chief of Regions and will serve as a key member of the National Leadership Team. Primary Responsibilities Include: Strategic Planning and Regional Growth Working under the direction of the Chief of Regions, set the overarching regional vision; develop a regional strategic vision and implementation plan in accordance with College Track’s growth goals and expansion framework.  Establish relationships with key stakeholders; build local partnerships with school, district, city and community partners around a vision that maximizes impact, scale and long-term sustainability.  Elevate College Track’s presence in the LA Region. Represent the organization within the local community by establishing and maintaining relationships with major local internal and external stakeholders.  Achievement of Program Outcomes Oversee performance goals across all LA Region sites to ensure that students are on track to matriculate and graduate from college. Ensure the highest quality program while also ensuring fidelity to the program model and achievement of key metrics. Drive organizational and programmatic alignment across the sites, and provide support systems that drive academic achievement and student success. Design and implement systems for evaluating progress toward strategic goals, ensuring that local objectives are met while also aligning efforts with the national organization. Build a strong, cohesive culture that reflects a relentless focus on student achievement, operational efficiency and excellence.  Fundraising and External Relations Work closely with the CEO, the Chief of Regions, and National Development team to create, implement and manage an effective fundraising platform that supports significant growth and long-term sustainability in the LA Region.  Initiate, cultivate, manage, and steward relationships with individual, foundation and corporate supporters; expand an existing portfolio of major gift donors in order to significantly increase revenue from individuals.  Manage regional Development Director to ensure robust pipeline and revenue goals are met. Work effectively with local media to create a strong, positive local presence. Participate in events and speaking engagements and serve as a spokesperson for College Track’s mission and impact. Team Management  Coach, develop and manage direct reports in leading strong teams that meet ambitious, measurable, and meaningful goals to ensure programmatic excellence.    Lead, support, and manage the LA regional team in executing strong operations, logistics, systems, and compliance in the daily operations of sites, while also anticipating longer-term needs. Create and maintain a productive and supportive working environment for staff that aligns with College Track’s core values.  Build and maximize regional connectedness and collaboration, that facilitates the sharing of best practices across the region and that strengthens team impact and student outcomes. Oversee staff hiring, professional development and performance evaluation in partnership with mission support staff. Skills & Experience Required First and foremost, the Regional Executive Director must embrace College Track’s vision and mission for transforming low-income communities into places where college readiness and college graduation are the norms. Additionally, candidates must possess the following qualifications:  Minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role, preferably at an established and successful nonprofit organization that experienced growth over their tenure Highly developed strategic thinking and execution skills that allow their to successfully lead and manage projects, groups, or organizations to achieve desired results Demonstrated success in fundraising with proven track record of expanding an organization’s donor base through collaborative relationship-building  Proven track record of delivering on outcomes and managing to aggressive performance goals/metrics. Preferred: history of driving significant gains in student achievement  Superior relationship-building and interpersonal skills which enable rapport-building with internal and external stakeholders. Preferred: broad networks of relationships in Los Angeles Substantial experience in hiring, managing, and evaluating staff, including the ability to coach staff on achievement of goals Ability to inspire confidence and passion both internally and externally combined with the persistence and zeal to lead a mission-driven organization toward ambitious goals Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to create and deliver compelling presentations to diverse groups of stakeholders Outstanding problem solver with an independent and entrepreneurial spirit and ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously  Flexible and adaptive work style, with the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment; ability to prioritize among competing demands A constant learner who is interested in being a proactive, positive member of the team  High level of self-awareness, humility, and emotional intelligence  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; Master’s degree preferred Reporting Relationships The Regional Executive Director reports to the Chief of Regions. The number of direct reports varies by the number of sites in the region and generally includes one or more full time staff development and partnership staff members. 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 upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.   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.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Financial Analyst is a full-time, exempt position and will participate in budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, monthly and quarterly reporting, and tracking KPIs relevant to the organization. The successful candidate will be proficient in Excel and Powerpoint and be comfortable working with large financial data sets, have working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), experience using planning and reporting software, and the ability to work in a team environment with collaborative cross-functional working relationships. Key Responsibilities Evaluate results to plan, drive variance analyses, and provide timely and accurate reporting to Finance, School leaders, and external stakeholders Participate in the monthly close, in partnership with Accounting Analyze historical, current, and projected financial data for use in planning, forecasting, and management decision making Help advance the integration of Adaptive Planning into FP&A's daily workflow and identify areas for process improvement Perform various ad hoc analysis for finance and leadership Develop strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the organization Qualifications Minimum 5 years relevant finance experience, including monthly close, quarterly reporting & annual operating planning processes Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance or equivalent. MBA preferred Commitment and passion for Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals Strong understanding of financial statements & GAAP High level of intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, and attention to detail Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment and manage deadlines accordingly Advanced Excel and modeling skills Strong analytical, organization and communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to work independently and interact effectively with all levels of management Working knowledge of Adaptive Insights or a similar SaaS financial reporting tool Experience working for a cause or an organization that is bigger than oneself, and being an Activist for the Organization Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

Location:          Remote, reside in  Santa Clara County, California   Job Description:   The Director, Advocacy leads advocacy, political and communications campaigns within Santa Clara County in the areas of authorization and oversight, charter renewals and new petitions.  This position works closely with charter school operators, community partner organizations. district and county elected officials and senior staff to  enhance policy, influence the political landscape, and create a supportive ecosystem to ensure quality, achievement gap-closing schools have the resources and supports they need to thrive. Overview of Responsibilities:  The Local Advocacy team supports over 180 charter schools across the Bay Area, including over 45 schools in Alameda County. The Director will forge relationships with the individuals leading charter schools in the region and develop comprehensive strategies to ensure schools are renewed and have access to the resources they need to be successful. This position reports to the Vice President, Advocacy, Northern California.   Essential Duties Policy Making and Advocacy : Manage charter-related policy matters at the Santa Clara County Office of Education. Relationship Building : Cultivate relationships with local district and county elected officials, local charter leaders, community partners and senior charter staff. Coalition Building : Engage as a partner with aligned community organizations to advance access to quality public education. Political Engagement:  Engage in non-partisan and partisan electoral work under the umbrella of CCSA Advocates. 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 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.   Establish priority partnerships among elected officials, community leaders, and charter operators to ensure high-quality public schools are available to traditionally underserved populations. Core Competencies Self-starter with exceptional decision making, strategic thinking, and organizational skills Deep understanding of the local landscape, including the key players and power dynamics Fosters communication by adapting and sharing out complex messages across diverse groups of people Effectively builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders 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 Strong command of tools such as Salesforce, Excel, and other Office products Fluency in Spanish

Location:          Remote, Reside in  Alameda County, California   Job Description:   The Director, Advocacy leads advocacy, political and communications campaigns within Alameda County in the areas of authorization and oversight, charter renewals and new petitions.  This position works closely with charter school operators, community partner organizations. district and county elected officials and senior staff to  enhance policy, influence the political landscape, and create a supportive ecosystem to ensure quality, achievement gap-closing schools have the resources and supports they need to thrive. Overview of Responsibilities:  The Local Advocacy team supports over 180 charter schools across the Bay Area, including 55 schools in Alameda County. The Director will forge relationships with the individuals leading charter schools in the region and develop comprehensive strategies to ensure schools are renewed and have access to the resources they need to be successful. This position reports to the Vice President, Advocacy, Northern California.   Essential Duties Policy Making and Advocacy : Manage charter-related policy matters at the Alameda County Office of Education and Oakland Unified School District. Relationship Building : Cultivate relationships with local district and county elected officials, local charter leaders, community partners and senior charter staff. Coalition Building : Engage as a partner with aligned community organizations to advance access to quality public education. Political Engagement:  Engage in non-partisan and partisan electoral work under the umbrella of CCSA Advocates. 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 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.   Establish priority partnerships among elected officials, community leaders, and charter operators to ensure high-quality public schools are available to traditionally underserved populations. Core Competencies Self-starter with exceptional decision making, strategic thinking, and organizational skills Deep understanding of the local landscape, including the key players and power dynamics Fosters communication by adapting and sharing out complex messages across diverse groups of people Effectively builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders Reside within Alameda 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 Strong command of tools such as Salesforce, Excel, and other Office products Fluency in Spanish

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. KIPP Excelencia Community Prep  Summary KIPP Excelencia Community Prep opened in August 2015 and serves the students of Redwood City who are committed to doing whatever it takes to get to college. The mission of KIPP Excelencia Community Prep is to inspire and empower all children so that they are successful through college and impact their communities. We are seeking a part-time office assistant to support the team at KIPP Excelencia Community Prep. This position is an opportunity to play a role in the development of a school-wide atmosphere focused on academic achievement, character, and college-readiness. Staff members must thrive in an entrepreneurial atmosphere and have prior experience working as part of a team to impact student academic and character growth. Position Overview The Operations Coordinator will play a critical role in maintaining the systems that support excellent teaching and learning. They will support the front office and serve as the first point of contact for any students, families, staff, or visitors in the office. They must also passionately believe in the value of a KIPP education and have the ability to enthusiastically share that vision and belief with others. This position is an excellent opportunity for a highly driven self-starter to support a high-performing school. The Operations Coordinator reports to the Operations Manager. This full-time, non-exempt position is available Monday, January 6th through Thursday, June 11th, 2019. Roles and Responsibilities Manage front office and incoming visitors Own the creation of a welcoming, organized front office that reflects school values and culture Manage inventory of office supplies, textbooks, uniforms, and other materials Serve as the point person for first aid and student medication Manage student attendance and data Track daily student attendance accurately, including distributing tardy slips, checking records, and compiling attendance documentation Arrange morning calls home to students who are absent, and if needed, coordinate absent students’ homework drop-off and pick-up Support student enrollment Manage all incoming applications and enrollment paperwork for new and returning students Help prepare application data and communications for the enrollment lottery Own specific parts of the enrollment process, such as scheduling family meetings or managing all incoming new student enrollment paperwork Support relationships with the school district, community organizations, and other entities as it relates to student enrollment Support communications systems Manage systems of parent communication in English and Spanish Help prepare weekly bulletins in English and Spanish to distribute to team & family Assist in the preparation of all parent communications, including letters and report cards Assist in maintaining updates and newsletters on the school website Manage communication systems with families by sending out mailings and using the SchoolMessenger system for school events Facility management and traffic support Support with implementing school safety plans and procedures Willingness to be trained as a crossing guard and support over 800 families to arrive and depart from school safely Support with facilities management and ensure that the daily facilities checklist is completed by the janitorial staff. Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned Skills and Qualifications High school diploma required Spanish fluency required Knowledge of the Redwood City community preferred One year of work experience preferred Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office & Google Drive Ability to self-direct, prioritize and multi-task among competing goals Demonstrated ability to work well with others and build relationships across teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission and values Salary & Benefits This is an hourly, non-exempt position that includes full benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits. 

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.   SCOPE OF THE WORK: We are seeking to hire a part-time family engagement manager to support the launch of KIPP in Stockton. This person will be an extension of our team and will be charged with promoting KIPP,  supporting student enrollment and maintaining effective communication between KIPP and student’s families. This is a 12-month role available immediately. The scope of the work is broad and dynamic and we expect this person to work closely with KIPP’s regional team.  KEY AREAS OF WORK & EXPECTED OUTCOMES & ACTIVITIES Reporting to KIPP Bay Area’s Director of Growth, the Family Engagement Manager will lead the following activities and take responsibility for the following outcomes: 1. Build a strong base of families and demand for KIPP in South Stockton On a weekly basis,  Host and lead meetings (5-10) one-on-one and in small groups to build awareness about KIPP and develop a list of prospective students.  Build and update the list of families interested in enrolling at KIPP (current 2nd and 3rd graders in 2021 and 2022).  Within six months, collaborate with the KIPP Team to host a town hall with 100+ families interested in enrolling in 5th grade in June 2021. 2. Connect with community-based organizations to help KIPP understand the community and support student enrollment   Every week,  Identify and attend events that could lead to meet parents of 5th graders. Host one on one meetings with community organizations and leaders.  Within one month,  Prepare a stakeholder map that outlines the key community-based and faith organizations and leaders that KIPP should connect with.  Within six months , prepare a memo with a summary of:  The community’s most important needs and care about for the new schools The opportunities and challenges to address in the coming months  Concrete recommendations 3. Develop a strong working relationship with the KIPP Team and keep them informed about the family engagement work and key insights On a weekly basis, share key findings and insights with the KIPP Team and update the project plan   Qualifications and Desired Characteristics   Ability to self‐direct and prioritize among competing goals, exhibit flexibility, and drive results in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial environment; Experience building new organizations or projects  Deep understanding of charter schools and the local political environment  Excellent communication and presentation skills with keen attention to detail; Capacity to think strategically and critically about social, economic, cultural, and political issues affecting a community; Confidence, empathy, emotional intelligence, and persuasiveness; Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Areas’ mission and values; Excellent project management skills; Ability to quickly build trusting relationships with a broad set of people, including parents, external stakeholders, school staff, and teammates; Skilled at analyzing, interpreting, and using data to collaborate, identify best practices and areas for improvement, and drive results; Spanish fluency or proficiency required. 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.

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 Operations Manager oversees the business and support functions required to run an efficient, thriving school. S/he will lead the implementation and maintenance of clear operational systems that allow the instructional team to focus on teaching and learning. This individual will also serve as the key liaison to the operations, technology, finance, accounting, human resources, data, and communications departments at the Regional Support Office (RSO), which supports all KIPP schools in the Bay Area. The Operations Manager must be an individual who embraces innovation and continuous improvement, is willing to get his/her hands dirty and relishes the challenge of finding ways to work smarter. This position reports to the School Leader and is accountable to the RSO operations team. S/he will also be part of the regional operations community of practice. The Operations Manager will also supervise an operations associate (OA) and manages a number of contractors, including food service and janitorial staff. . Roles and Responsibilities Provide school operations leadership and supervise and support school operations team Ensure operations associate successfully manages the school’s main office and serves as the face of the school by answering questions from parents, students, and visitors Support Operations Associate with the maintenance of student records (both paper and electronic) Provide front office staff with guidance on implementing and managing communication systems with families (e.g. newsletters, mailings, flyers) Support the ongoing growth and development of the Operations Associate through regular training, coaching, and supervision Participate as a member of the school’s leadership team and assist school leader in building a safe, joyful learning environment Manage day-to-day school operations Support student attendance goals and reduce truancy and chronic absenteeism by ensuring staff and families follow attendance procedures, managing attendance accounting, and reporting, and supporting the school’s process for addressing truancy Manage school foodservice, including ordering meals and managing inventory, collecting lunch applications and fees and managing our third-party food service provider Support school safety by managing insurance claims, creating an emergency plan and overseeing regular emergency drills Work with Reginal Support Office and external vendors to ensure school’s technology needs are met by coordinating technology procurement and technical support Ensure successful procurement and inventory of school supplies (e.g. textbooks, uniforms) Oversee facilities maintenance and janitorial services in partnership with facilities manager, landlord, and Regional Support Office Help plan and host on-campus and off-campus school events, including student field trips Support implementation of regional policies and procedures related to operations, technology, facilities, development, data management, marketing, and/or Lead student recruitment and enrollment process Support school leadership team and instructional staff with setting enrollment targets Manage student recruitment and enrollment process from start to finish, including marketing, canvassing, and community engagement; collecting applications and interest forms; sending acceptance letters; ensuring ongoing communication with families; managing the waitlist; and developing and implementing summer retention activities to ensure all enrolled students attend on the first day of school. Schedule and organize orientation sessions for new students Manage student information and assessment systems Become expert in using PowerSchool and Illuminate Support preparation and logistics for MAP testing and state testing Create yearly school bell schedule, master calendar, and student report cards/transcripts Partner with the Reginal Support Office to complete federal, state and district reporting submissions, including reporting for the California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System (CALPADS) Ensure fiscal and human resources compliance Implement fiscal policies, controls, and procedures as directed by the Regional Support Office Assist the school leader in managing the school’s overall budget and reviewing financial reports Manage and submit employee timesheets and payroll checklist for timely processing and manage expense reporting and reimbursements With the HR team, support onboarding for all new instructional and non-instructional staff. Skills and Qualifications Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission and values Experience working in a school or non-profit preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook required Ability to self-direct, prioritize and multi-task among competing goals Experience and comfort working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Demonstrated ability to work well with others and build relationships across teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail Bachelor's degree required; minimum 5 years of work experience preferred Salary & Benefits 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.

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 Under the direction of the Education Specialist or other certificated employee, the Paraeducator will primarily assist by performing a variety of behavior and social skill support duties to an individual or small groups of students within the after-school program.  These duties shall be designed to complement the after-school program to maximize learning opportunities for the inclusion student.   The Paraeducator will also assist in the establishment and implementation of appropriate school-wide behavior and assist students to access all aspects of the educational environment of the school and the community.   Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:   Under the direction of the Education Specialist, work with students in small groups or in one-to-one assignments to reinforce or follow up learning activities in core academic, language, and/or specialized subject areas. Assist in the implementation of behavior intervention plans which may involve the use of approved positive reinforcement strategies, behavior modification, other skills or knowledge to establish and maintain appropriate behaviors. Facilitate and support social interactions and foster the development of positive relationships between students with disabilities and their non-disabled peers. Assist all students by modeling appropriate behavior and attitudes and providing emotional support and general guidance. Support students to be active participants on field trips and school assemblies or productions. Provide Education Specialist with information on student progress through observation, daily contact, and maintenance of accurate data trackers, student progress records/logs. Assist in establishing and maintaining a clean, safe, and cooperative classroom and learning environment. Assist physically disabled students with personal hygiene and grooming functions, including toileting, diapering, eating, dressing, and other self-help skills. Report suspected health problems to the appropriate school personnel. Maintain confidentiality of student records and classroom information in accordance with legal requirements and KIPP policies. Maintain professional standards and competence through participation in professional growth opportunities provided by KIPP Bay Area Public Schools and in self‐directed professional growth activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Desired Characteristics: Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education - defined as completion of 48 semester hours (or equivalent trimester hours) of college coursework; or Obtained an associate (or higher) degree; or Pass the CBEST or a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction. Registered Behavior Technician certification is preferred. Paraeducators who are hired to work with KIPP Bay Area Public Schools who do not hold this certification will receive support in completing this certification by the end of their first year employed with KIPP Bay Area Public Schools.  Paid or volunteer experience working with or serving individuals with autism or behavioral deficits is preferred. A deep passion for social justice and equity for all children; believes that all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of demography. Experience working with a diverse staff and students. Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Results-oriented team player who is dedicated to getting the job done. Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission and values.

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 Student Recruitment Manager (SRM) is responsible for developing and implementing a targeted student recruitment plan that aligns with our organization’s enrollment goals, including outreach, community engagement, and direct recruitment. The SRM will support student enrollment efforts by working closely with school teams to collectively recruit and enroll new students for KIPP, provide strategies to school teams on how to effectively execute on the enrollment process, partner with the Regional Operations, Advocacy and Community Engagement (ACE), and Marketing & Communications teams to drive success and represent the region externally at events.   To be successful in this role, the SRM brings a track record for designing and implementing successful recruitment, marketing or family and community engagement strategies and experience building and maintaining relationships with community members and partners in Oakland and/or San Francisco . The SRM should be a goal-oriented self-starter who is comfortable working in an environment that requires managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines, while never losing sight of the overarching goals and desired outcomes.  This role is a temporary, full-time position that requires work some weekends, evenings and holidays. The role has the potential to become a permanent position, contingent on performance.   Key Responsibilities Outreach and Recruitment Develop, plan, and lead local initiatives and events to reach prospective families. Hire, develop and manage 2-3 canvassers to support on-the-ground student recruitment Represent KIPP at key community events, fairs, festivals, and other outreach events that will bolster enrollment.  Work with school leaders, faculty, and staff in planning school-based open houses, enrollment information meetings, and other school-based recruitment events. Network and build relationships with existing families and staff to recruit friends and family members in order to access their local networks to support recruitment goals and provide opportunities for teacher and family participation in recruitment events. Support school-based teams in routinely reaching-out to prospective and newly accepted families to keep them engaged, excited and informed about the school. Partnership Development Build and cultivate relationships with community leaders, partner organizations and other key stakeholders in the community served by the school. Distribute marketing materials to community partners and schedule information meetings at their sites or at accessible venues in the community. Collaborate and communicate regularly with the ACE and Marketing & Communications teams to identify upcoming events that help potential families learn more about KIPP  Project Management and Strategy Create and implement student recruitment strategies and plan tied to enrollment targets. Project manage student recruitment and enrollment across KIPP schools to meet enrollment goals for KIPP Train, collaborate with and ensure accountability for school-based staff for recruitment and enrollment activities and procedures. Lead meetings with all school leaders and/or operations leaders to inform and drive progress Track and analyze all data regarding student recruitment benchmarks and goals  Report out regular updates on progress towards goals Skills and Qualifications: 2+ years of experience with recruitment-related work preferably in a business, nonprofit, education, community engagement or advocacy organization Strong cultural competency skills, including the ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse population Exceptional project management skills, with an ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously  Excellent interpersonal skills and an energetic attitude; ability to successfully engage, cultivate, and steward relationships with community members and organizational partners effectively and quickly build rapport  Proven experience building operational efficiency while proactively finding solutions Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high-quality work in a dynamic environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent time management and organizational skills and keen attention to detail  Highly-motivated and self-starter / self-directed learner with a “whatever it takes” attitude to work independently and as a team player Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the KIPP Bay Area mission and community Service-oriented, able to adapt to a changing environment while applying flexibility to work under pressure and remain calm in the midst of competing demands  Proficiency Google applications (Sheets, Docs, Google Drive), with the ability to quickly learn new technologies (SchoolMint, video conferencing apps, etc)   Must have reliable transportation to travel between campuses and to and from community events/meetings Strongly prefer fluency in spoken and written Spanish Salary & Benefits 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.

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 Associate Director of Academics will work closely with the Director Academics, the Managing Directors of Schools, and the other Associate Directors of Academics to provide instructional leadership, coaching, and data driven systems to drive student achievement . More specifically, the Associate Director of Academics will be responsible for coaching and developing leaders within our schools and will support the creation and execution systems to drive data driven instruction. In addition, the Associate Director of Academics will lead regional trainings to ensure a standard of excellence and impact.  This position reports to the Director of Academics, is based out of our Regional Support Office (RSO), and will play a critical role within KIPP Bay Area Public Schools. This position requires frequent travel between our schools throughout the Bay Area. The target start date for this position is as soon as possible. Responsibilities Creating and Executing Data Driven Systems Develop and utilize systems to drive data driven instruction across our region of schools.  Support the implementation of systems across our region. Build partnerships with schools in order to understand their needs and the highest leverage actions to take that will move them forward. Supporting Coaches at Schools Lead Training for coaches across our schools. Provide direct coaching to Assistant Principals to increase their ability to grow teachers using the relay model. Analyze and respond to Assistant Principal performance data to drive coaching in our region. Setting the Strategic Direction Evaluate the performance of our schools through classroom observations, school reviews, data analysis, and support in determining the highest leverage strategic priorities that will increase student achievement. Support the development and execution of a plan for implementing the priorities, including key milestones, metrics for success, and a timeline of key actions. Regional Support Work Lead portions of our academics team work to build trust, increase collaboration, and make our work more impactful. Partner with other teams at our Regional Support Office to ensure schools stay open and in compliance. Partner with KIPP Foundation colleagues to support school initiatives and assess their impact Manage team members and/or consultants, as needed Qualifications A minimum of 3 years of instructional leadership experience coaching teachers with demonstrated exemplary results. Supervisory experience at a school is preferred. (e.g. Assistant principal, Dean of Curriculum and Instruction)  Proficiency in the Relay coaching Model for Data Driven Instruction, Weekly Data Meetings, and Observation and Feedback. Proficiency leading professional development using the see it, name it, do it model. An eagerness to receive and implement feedback to grow as a leader. The ability to partner across lines of difference and with others with differing opinions. A deep passion for social justice and equity for all children; a strong belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels regardless of demography Experience working with underserved communities Experience with Planning, Curriculum, and Assessments (preferred is Math or Science content knowledge) Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals  Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Schools’ mission and values Bachelor’s Degree (required); Master’s Degree (preferred) 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. 

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 Associate Director of Technology will partner with the Director of Technology to co-manage our department and will play a vital role in the development and execution of KIPP Bay Area’s region-wide IT strategies, goals, and initiatives. In this role, they will supervise, mentor and coach a team of IT technicians responsible for providing technical support and services to students and staff across several KIPP schools. They will also lead or assist with projects and efforts to improve IT services and administration. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in managing and executing IT infrastructure projects of varying size and scale, as well as experience managing people.  This position will report to the Director of Technology and is based in our downtown Oakland office with occasional travel to our schools around the Bay Area. Key Responsibilities: Manage a High-performing Helpdesk Team Manage 3 to 4 team members and their development for optimal performance through mentoring, training, and ongoing development plans. Own the delivery and management of our help desk, including high-quality customer service, Service Level Agreement adherence, and resolving escalated technical issues. Analyze help desk data and report on KPIs and trends to the IT department on a monthly basis, and more broadly as needed. Drive ticket analysis deep dives to uncover learnings and develop strategies for service improvement. Provide thought leadership on team structure, management, and operations in an effort to continuously improve service and value delivery. Lead & Oversee Technical Projects Lead and manage IT projects, including the installation and implementation of systems, infrastructure, hardware, and software. Create detailed project scopes, objectives, and timelines. Effectively manage projects and resources in order to complete projects on time and within budget. Vendor management to include selection, contracting, and managing associated work. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required Minimum 3 years experience in an IT managerial role, with responsibilities including people management, training/development, and performance management  Strong technical troubleshooting skills and ability to drive technical issues to resolution; ability to coordinate with external vendors to resolve issues Demonstrated customer service mindset; experience providing high-quality end-user support Passion for KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission and a focus on what is best for students Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills Positive attitude and sense of humor Additional/Preferred Qualifications Experience working with GSuite Admin functionality (administration, reporting, auditing) Proficiency in a programming language (e.g., Python, Bash, Powershell) which can be used to automate common IT tasks Work experience in a K-12  educational setting PMP Certification 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. 

About KIPP Bay Area Public Schools KIPP Bay Area is a member of a non-profit network of 242 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 and their communities.  KIPP Bay Area Public Schools is a network of 15 schools across the Bay Area educating over 6,000 students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City and supporting over 1,000 Bay Area alumni in college.  Position Overview  The Development Manager will execute an individual donor operation within the Bay Area development team that helps raise significant funds through annual giving.   The Development Manager will help execute and implement the direction for our individual revenue stream. This person will manage and grow a network of individual donors, with the aim to foster and deepen relationships with our donors.  Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Manager will implement donor-centered moves management for annual donors, as well as help facilitate cultivation and stewardship activities.  Ideal Candidate You have a passion for building relationships and are an excellent communicator with an eye for details. You will lead on all individual prospect research and strive to find ways that their interests and priorities align with our financial needs.  You analyze the information at hand to create detailed and creative plans, tactics, and solutions. You like to research and organization. You enjoy digging into a prospective donor’s giving tendencies. You are great at looking for opportunities and uncovering new prospects. You are interested in donor data such as retention, renewal, and re-engagement rates. You are extremely organized and exceptional at managing many details at once and multiple deadlines. You create detailed calendars with proposal timelines, stewardship activities, and close dates. You help facilitate and track moves management for each donor and use it to triage and make strategic decisions alongside the team. You have a strong commitment to public education, equity, and social justice.  Responsibilities Individual Giving Management (40%)  Help identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors through external meetings and communication in partnership with the CEO, Chief of External Affairs, Director of Development, and board councils.  Analyze the motivations, barriers, and networks of donors. Help diversify and expand the individual giving a base.  Develop tailored cultivation plans. Lead all annual giving campaigns.   Analyze and act on donor retention rates. Work with the Director of Development to help manage and execute actions for the CEO and Chief.  Consistently and effectively analyze progress to annual and long-term goals. Through research, analysis, and understanding of our organizational vision and strategy, identify prospective funders whose priorities align with KIPP’s work. Donor Materials Creation (50%)  With support from the DoD, lead on composing tailored narratives and pitches for annual and high capacity individual donors. Help develop high-quality reporting and engagement materials that convey our successes and learnings to donors, as well as provide insight and context. Produce, curate, and leverage consistent, high-quality donor communications. Create compelling opportunities for current and prospective donors to engage with our schools.  Development Team Responsibilities (10%)  Work with team members on coordinated donor efforts or multi-stream strategies. Brainstorm ideas and tactics for deeper donor engagement and more efficient progress to goals. Participate in regular step-backs to analyze data, progress, forecast, and conduct an analysis of strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities.   Experience At least 3 years of work experience is strongly preferred. Previous experience in development, particularly around individual giving and data tracking, preferred.  Prior experience using Salesforce preferred.  Salary & Benefits 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.

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 : This position is a full-time, 3-year grant-funded role that will require an individual with expertise from the special education, transition, partnerships, and data-management spheres. We are looking for someone who can build upon the strengths of our existing high school special education programs, and imagine new high school and transition possibilities for our students and families. This position would be on the KIPP Bay Area Public Schools Special Education Regional Team, and report to report to the Associate Director of Special Education.  We are looking for someone who has the following soft skills and intangibles : Ability to build relationships and communicate across stakeholder groups Systems-thinker and capacity-builder Existing knowledge of highschool transition resources in the greater Bay Area Experience working with or using data to make decisions Deeply passionate about KIPP’s mission for students to lead choice-filled lives Roles and Responsibilities: SpEd Transition Coordinator : Ensure equitable and consistent high school and transition experiences Collaborate with school teams and regional departments to ensure students have access to a range of local transition programs including colleges, vocational programs, and other disability-specific government programs. Partnerships : Capacity-Building Liaison between Outside Organizations and Internal KIPP Teams Conduct multiple local and out-of-state site visits to spark imagination for existing possibilities, partnerships, and gather best practices. Build an internal database of outside organizations and galvanize subregional partnerships (i.e., education specialists) Lasting Impact : Training Materials & Institutional Knowledge Support the Special Education team to imagine and draft legally compliant regional policy to ensure flexible high school programming and transition options for students with disabilities. Data : Collection of SpEd Student HS and Transition Outcomes Collaborate regularly with Special Education and Operations Team to ensure schools have guidance for improved data-quality and consistent documentation of high school special education student outcomes Preferred Qualifications: 3-5+ years of experience in public education, social services/welfare agency, non-profit, or public policy sector Former high school teacher, special education teacher, social worker, or other relevant experience Demonstrated success supporting high school or undergraduate students from educationally underserved communities Experience in special education or connection to the disability community Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn special education laws and regulations, transition programs serving youth, and high school special education program design. Strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to create policy overviews, guidance documents, and instructions for a variety of stakeholders. Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PPT) and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Drive) Speaks Spanish and/or Vietnamese Some familiarity with data management platforms  (i.e., Excel, Google Sheets, Airtable, Tableau) Salary & Benefits 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.

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   The mission of the Academic Affairs Director role is to ensure the high academic achievement of all College Track students so they matriculate to and graduate with a bachelor’s degree within six years. Additionally, this position is responsible for implementing a high quality Academic Affairs program, managing the Academic Affairs budget, partnering with school staff to best serve students, and effectively managing full time and part-time staff members to achieve site goals. Primary Responsibilities Include: Program Development and Implementation: Lead, design and implement high quality academic programs that result in significant gains in GPA, ACT and math readiness. Successfully implement programs and services including tutoring, summer programming, case management and ACT preparation.  Individual Student Planning and Monitoring: Assess student data continuously and provide meaningful interventions to ensure that students are on track to graduate from high school and thrive in a four-year college. Staff Management: Hire, manage and develop a team of full-time and part-time employees who are highly effective in achieving site goals.  High School and Community Outreach and Engagement: Develop strong and formalized partnerships with schools, district, families and community partners that result in additional resources for our students and improvements to our program model. Keep abreast of emerging trends and practices within the education landscape and community, and understand impact on our students.  Financial and Resource Management: Manage the Academic Affairs program budget. Develop and oversee academic resources, including tutoring support, ACT preparation, workshop instruction, academic advising, student case management, and support for the college admission process. Projects as assigned by the Site Director.   Skills & Experience Required   Minimum 3-5 years of teaching and/or assisting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement Holds the highest expectations for students. Demonstrated success in motivating, influencing and managing students. Strong interpersonal skills and has an empathetic approach to challenging conversations Experience in hiring, developing and supporting talent. Creates the conditions for staff to learn, grow and do their work with ever increasing excellence Experience navigating and achieving strong student results in urban public education systems. Skilled at relationship building with students, families and schools. Builds relationships and communicates in ways that foster trust, value differences and further College Track’s mission Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, seeks out challenges as opportunities to grow, takes unexpected setbacks in stride, and is able to galvanize self towards goals and impact. Manages people, project and oneself to achieve excellent results and expand organizational impact. Skilled at analyzing student data and developing targeted interventions Spanish language fluency preferred. Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to pass College Track’s drivers clearance processrequired. Minimum 4-year college degree (Master’s Degree preferred)    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 upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.       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.

About   College Track College Track is a college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. We serve over 3,200 high school and college students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, New Orleans, Colorado, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and the Washington, D.C. area. Ninety-four percent of our high school seniors have been accepted to four-year colleges and our college students are graduating at a rate that is 2.5 times the national average for low-income students. Our Commitment From   the summer before ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes barriers that prevent students from earning their college degree by providing them with comprehensive academic support, leadership training, financial and college advising, and scholarships. We teach them the skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond. 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 Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Director of National Partnerships is a critical member of College Track’s Partnerships team, focused on establishing the organization’s vision and strategy for program partnerships, establishing national standards for the execution of our program partnershipwork, leading the execution of a dynamic National corporate fundraising strategy, and carrying a portfolio of national program and financial partners. The Director of National Partnerships will work closely with College Track’s regional partnership directors to execute program partnership strategies across the organization, including the implementation of a portfolio management system to guide the acquisition of new partnerships, and collaborate closely with the Vice President of Development to successfully implement a national corporate fundraising strategy.   The National Partnerships Director responsibilities include: Program Partnerships - Leadership Lead, in collaboration with College Track’s Program team, the creation and implementation of the organization’s program partnership strategy—focused on securing scholarship, internship, and college partners. Establish standards of practice that guide the execution of our program partnership strategy across all regions that drive outcomes and consistency. Establish a portfolio management system to guide management and accountability of Regional Partnership Director work. Create and maintain a robust program partnership knowledge management system to support regional partnership directors. Lead the training and onboarding of regional partnership directors, working closely with regional executive directors and the Senior Director of Quality and Learning to ensure all programmatic priorities are integrated into the training and onboarding periods.   Program Partnerships – Execution Cultivate a targeted portfolio of national and cross-regional program partnerships, focusing on scholarship, internship, and college partnership opportunities. Execute terms of agreement with national program partners, ensuring enthusiastic participation on all sides.   National Corporate Fundraising Lead the execution of a growing national corporate fundraising strategy that drives multi-million dollar revenue and establishes College Track as a first-in-class partner for corporate philanthropy. Execute terms of agreement for corporate funding partners, ensuring both sides are enthusiastic about our work together. Cultivate a growing portfolio of corporate fundraising prospects, establishing relationships with CSR representatives and inspiring their belief in College Track’s model and students. Serve as a key external voice for College Track, representing the organization at key conferences and convenings. Collaborate with the Vice President of Development, Chief Executive Officer and members of the National Board of Directors to identify, cultivate and build partnership agreements with targeted corporate fundraising partners.   Skills & Experience Required First and foremost, the National Director of Partnerships must embrace College Track’s vision for transforming low-income communities into places where college readiness and college graduation are the norms. Additionally, candidates must posses the following qualifications:  Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in non-profit partnership development and fundraising. Exceptional relationship management, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and oral), including the ability to inspire and hold accountable diverse internal and external stakeholders (including funders, peers, direct manager and reports, board members and supporters). Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and prioritize collaboration. Ability to cultivate and inspire corporate philanthropy officers, demonstrating the impact of their partnership with College Track. Strong track record with building systems and structures that enable team members to work well independently. Ability to drive innovation, change, and growth, and be a detail-oriented implementer who can mobilize small teams to translate strategy into results. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; highest priority is the ability to write clear, concise, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals/reports; in essence, highly sophisticated writing skills required. Exceptional ability to monitor and meet deadlines. Excellent computer skills with all Microsoft Office programs; Salesforce experience preferred. Strong interpersonal and process management skills, with a strong interest in and talent for working on teams.   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 upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter  We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.  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.

About College Track College Track is a national college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From the summer before 9th grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes the barriers that prevent students from earning their college degree by providing them with comprehensive academic support, leadership training, financial and college advising, and scholarships. We teach them the skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond. In four years, a College Track student receives support equivalent to one extra year of high school.  College Track started in 1997 with a cohort of 25 students in East Palo Alto. Today, we serve over 2,800 high school and college students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, New Orleans, Colorado, Los Angeles and Sacramento. By 2020, we will double the number of students we serve and produce nearly 1,000 college graduates. Last year, 96% of our high school seniors were accepted to four-year colleges and our college graduation rate is 2.5 times the national average for low-income students.   About College Track in the Los Angeles Area This year, College Track will expand to our 12th location – in Los Angeles. The Crenshaw District/West Adams neighborhoods will be the home of our third College Track center in Los Angeles. College Track LA first opened in 2 012 in the East Los Angeles community of Boyle Heights in partnership with the i.am.angel Foundation to serve students from Roosevelt High School.  College Track Watts launched in 2015 in collaboration with the Wasserman Foundation to serve students from Jordan High School campus. Our sites offer students a safe space to succeed as members of a college-bound community. Together, our Los Angeles sites currently serve 685 students, including college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Our third center, scheduled to open in Spring 2020, will recruit 75 9th graders each year from Crenshaw High School and Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School, eventually serving 500 students at a time. Our expansion allows College Track Our Commitment   From the summer before ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes barriers that prevent students from earning their college degree by providing them with comprehensive academic support, leadership training, financial and college advising, and scholarships. We teach them the skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond. 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   The mission of the Academic Affairs Director role is to ensure the high academic achievement of all College Track students so they matriculate to and graduate with a bachelor’s degree within six years. Additionally, this position is responsible for implementing a high quality Academic Affairs program, managing the Academic Affairs budget, partnering with school staff to best serve students, and effectively managing full time and part-time staff members to achieve site goals. Primary Responsibilities Include: Program Development and Implementation: Lead, design and implement high quality academic programs that result in significant gains in GPA, ACT and math readiness. Successfully implement programs and services including tutoring, summer programming, case management and ACT preparation.  Individual Student Planning and Monitoring: Assess student data continuously and provide meaningful interventions to ensure that students are on track to graduate from high school and thrive in a four-year college. Staff Management: Hire, manage and develop a team of full-time and part-time employees who are highly effective in achieving site goals.  High School and Community Outreach and Engagement: Develop strong and formalized partnerships with schools, district, families and community partners that result in additional resources for our students and improvements to our program model. Keep abreast of emerging trends and practices within the education landscape and community, and understand impact on our students.  Financial and Resource Management: Manage the Academic Affairs program budget. Develop and oversee academic resources, including tutoring support, ACT preparation, workshop instruction, academic advising, student case management, and support for the college admission process. Projects as assigned by the Site Director.   Skills & Experience Required   Minimum 3-5 years of teaching and/or assisting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement Holds the highest expectations for students. Demonstrated success in motivating, influencing and managing students. Strong interpersonal skills and has an empathetic approach to challenging conversations Experience in hiring, developing and supporting talent. Creates the conditions for staff to learn, grow and do their work with ever increasing excellence Skilled at relationship building with students, families and schools. Builds relationships and communicates in ways that foster trust, value differences and further College Track’s mission Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, seeks out challenges as opportunities to grow, takes unexpected setbacks in stride, and is able to galvanize self towards goals and impact. Manages people, project and oneself to achieve excellent results and expand organizational impact. Skilled at analyzing student data and developing targeted interventions Minimum 4-year college degree (Master’s Degree preferred)  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 upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.       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.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Position Based in Antioch, CA and reporting to the Associate Director of Social Emotional Learning, the mental health provider will provide direct educationally related mental health services directly to students in special education, related mental health services to general education students, as well as providing consultation and coaching to school leaders and teachers regarding issues of trauma, mental health, behavior, and community resources. The Mental Health Provider will serve one to two school sites which may include schools in Concord or Antioch. The Mental Health Provider will partner closely with school psychologists, behavior intervention specialists, special education case managers, school leaders, general education teachers and program specialists to conduct mental health assessments, provide direct mental health services, and support with ongoing implementation and coaching of strategies to help students succeed in their classrooms. The Mental Health Provider may also be involved in crisis level support and creation of safety plans for students with more significant safety concerns, as well as delivering professional development to Rocketship staff. This position requires previous training and experience working with students with emotional and behavioral needs. It requires a commitment to serving students and a desire to think critically and creatively about how to support challenging behaviors in the general education classroom setting. Essential Functions Create treatment plans and goals to address educationally related mental health service for the purposes of fostering better mental health and positive learning environments for students at all Tiers (Social Skills Groups, Gen-Ed Counseling, ERMHS related services). Monitor student progress toward IEP goal attainment (for ERMHS services) using special education database system (SEIS). Provide culturally appropriate and sensitive school-based mental health services in the forms of individual, group, and family treatment, therapeutic case management, crisis intervention, and consultation services as required by the student's IEP or general education plan. Provide crisis intervention for both general education students and special education students as needed. Collaborate with and be a part of any coordinated meetings (IEP meetings for students on caseload, SST meetings, MTSS meetings) as the mental health professional. Provide consultation with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding the student's program and any adaptations/materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom or at home. Maintain relationships and effectively communicate with school leaders, teachers, and parents in all facets of the position. Adhere to IDEA timelines and California Education Code compliance law. Provide professional development trainings to school staff as-needed regarding best practices in trauma-informed education, social-emotional supports, crisis intervention, and community resources. Lead on MTSS practices at the campus. Maintain a close working relationship with other members of the Network Support ISE Team (NeST-Rocketship's centralized office that operates in support of its schools and regions) to ensure exchange of best practices, coordination of efforts, and general support for the Integrated Special Education department. Serve as a coach in regards to mental health and trauma informed practices (SEL, crisis and de-escalation, trauma informed practices at Tier 1 level). Provide in-the-moment-coaching to staff around these practices. Lead parent trainings to teach skills in regards to supporting a student's mental health and social emotional learning. Serve as the mental health professional on the PBIS Team. Play an active role in ensuring the team uses data to create and address plans to further the campus around positive behavior incentive systems. Ensure the Integrated Psychological Services Team is viewed as positive supports to the organization's mission that are fully aligned with Rocketship's Core Characteristics (Innovation, Pursuit of Excellence, Authenticity, Community, and Tenacity), and not as bureaucratic obstacles to serving the needs of the students. Qualifications Required: Possession of counseling licensure (or intern) as dictated by the California Board of Behavioral and Social Sciences or relevant state licensing board Master's Degree in Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy At least one year of experience (2+ years preferred) providing mental health services in school-based settings Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) (highly preferred) Familiarity with special education, IEP team participation and educationally related mental health services and the delivery of such services (highly preferred) Commitment to Rocketship's special education inclusion model and overall mission to close the achievement gap within our lifetime Familiarity with socio-emotional learning competencies, trauma informed education practices, multi-tiered systems of supports (MTSS), and restorative practices a plus Strong organizational skills as demonstrated by the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines Possession of a valid California driver's license: willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites (mileage reimbursed) Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Email: [email protected] Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.