The mission of all of KIPP Massachusetts schools is to create an environment where students develop the academic skills, intellectual habits, and character traits necessary to maximize their potential in high school, college, and the world beyond. Our program is based on:

• A focus on high-quality instruction supported by rigorous professional development to ensure that our students develop the academic skills necessary to pursue the life they choose.
• High regard for character development to ensure that our students and staff celebrate and develop their character and identity strengths.
• An emphasis on family engagement, because we believe that our students are most likely to be able to maximize their potential when we work in partnership with our students and their families.
• A focus on college readiness for all students so that all students can make choices about their post-secondary education and future.

What We Do

We seek to provide a world-class education for students from educationally underserved communities in Lynn and Boston. Our student demographics mirror those of neighborhood schools in terms of race, socioeconomic status, English Language Learners, and students who receive special education services.

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop the zest for learning and grit necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in Lynn and Boston.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Vision

At KIPP Massachusetts, we believe that Knowledge is Power. Every day, our team and family have the opportunity to either perpetuate systems of oppression or disrupt them. We are compelled by the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Therefore, we continuously commit to operating as an anti-racist organization.  Read more at Diversity Equity Inclusivity Vision.

Who We Are

KIPP Massachusetts began enrolling students in 2004. We currently hold two charters, operating two “districts.” Our first district, KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School, is based in Lynn, MA.  Our second district, KIPP Academy Boston Charter School, is based in Mattapan, MA. Each district is housed on one or more “campuses,” which we use to refer to different grade spans, for example, elementary grades, middle school grades, or high school grades.

In Lynn, KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary (serving grades K-4), KIPP Academy Lynn Middle (serving grades 5-8), and KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate (serving grades 9-12), are all under our Lynn charter.  Admission to any grade in the Lynn district is admission to all remaining grades in the Lynn district K-12. 66% of our students in Lynn are Hispanic, 23% are Black, and 11% are other races/ethnicities.

KIPP Academy Boston(serving grades K-8) operates under our Boston charter. Admission to any grade in the Boston district is admission to all remaining grades in the Boston district, K-8. 68% of our students in Boston are Black, 30% are Hispanic and 2% are other races/ethnicities.

Across both districts, in the school year, 2020-2021 KIPP Massachusetts will serve over 2,100 students.

KIPP National

KIPP Massachusetts is part of the nation-wide KIPP non-profit network of 255 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating more than 100,000 early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students.

KIPP Massachusetts is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all of our students, families, teachers, staff, and community members.

Student Information Systems Manager Description

The Student Information Systems Manager (SISC) is a critical member of the operations team at KIPP Massachusetts (KIPP MA) and manages student information systems to ensure timely and accurate submission of required reports, accurate student enrollment records in the Student Information System (SIS), and general efficacy in student data management for the region. Additionally, the SISC works under the supervision of the Director of Compliance and Information Management on special projects for KIPP MA- including complex and long-term strategic goals for KIPP MA. 

The SISC should have excellent analytical, and technical skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills. The position requires that the person is self-motivated and directed, detail-oriented, and brings enthusiasm and energy to help build and maintain a collaborative team environment that supports the information systems needs of the region.

The Student Information Systems Manager reports to the Director of Compliance and Information Management  

Responsibilities of this Role 

Charter Compliance

• Disseminates the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s reports such as (but not limited) to SIMS, SSDR, SCS, EPIMS, Civil Rights Data Collection, School Attending Children, MCAS, AYP, Title I, Graduation Rate, and Dropout Rate
• Completes FOIA, FERPA, and other mandated student data requests
• Participates in state-sponsored and privately funded professional development and projects to improve public education where data maintenance is concerned

Data Management & Reporting 

• Maintains and submits to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, all-district student data as it relates to:
  • The Student Information Management System (SIMS) and student course schedule (SCS)
  • The educator data required by the Educational Personnel Information Management System (EPIMS)
  • The Student Safety and Discipline Report (SSDR)
  • The School Attending Children Report
  • Civil Rights Data Collection
• Submits data requested by the KIPP Foundation related to student enrollment, retention, attrition, and demographic information
• Audits student data and maintains the integrity of special populations, including:
  • Transitional student (homeless, foster, migrant)
  • Student withdrawals and dropouts

Student Information Systems Management

• Assists with data entry regarding student enrollment records, including:
  • Digitalization and maintenance all student records for KIPP Massachusetts, including enrollment records, media/counseling releases, home language surveys, etc
  • Inputting student schedules and class enrollments, updating as necessary
  • Inputting and updating various student fields related to demographics, placements, and state-mandated fields
• Manage KIPP MA’s student information platforms, including:
  • PowerSchool, which maintain as student & staff enrollment, classes, calendars, grading, archiving, and other functions of the SIS
  • Canvas, the hybrid student learning platform
  • Schoolmint, the student application, lottery, and enrollment platform
• Develop systems to provide regular access to student records to families via PowerSchool and or Canvas
• Trains KIPP MA on the Student Information Systems to various KIPP MA employees, including but not limited to: Directors of School Operations, Human Resources Coordinator, Data Coordinator
  • Facilitates the articulation between the high school, middle school, and elementary schools to ensure cohesive data entry.
  • Assist in developing instructional manuals and videos regarding data collection, maintenance, and reporting while meeting necessary deadlines
  • Produce monthly district reports in the areas of, but not limited to, Enrollment, Attendance, Student Conduct and Discipline, and Dropout Report.

Student Information Systems Special Projects

• Works on or manages special projects related to operations as they arise. Currently, this may include:
  • Childcare for KIPP MA Staff members
  • COVID Response Planning & Health Services, including contact tracing 
• Supports the Director of Compliance and Information Management in developing strategic plans for student record management
• Generates and creates digitized forms, report cards, progress reports or documents as deemed necessary within the building, under the direction of the Director

Qualified candidates have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required
• Advanced knowledge in PowerSchool which serves as the current Student Information System
• Experience working with academic, district and school based administrations
• Efficient record keeping and organizational skills

To apply:

Internal candidates: If you are currently a member of the KIPP MA team, please apply by emailing your resume to the Recruitment Team at [email protected].  Be sure to indicate to which position you wish to apply.

External candidates: If you do not currently work for the KIPP:MA team, please visit our job board at http://kippcareers.force.com/jobboard?site=Massachusetts and complete an online application.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Application process:

1. Submit your resume and application through our online job board  at https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/massachusetts
2. The KIPP MA Recruitment Team will select candidates to move forward to the phone interview stage.
3. Following the phone interview, the KIPP MA team will invite qualified candidates to interview with KIPP MA School or Regional Office Teams. 

KIPP Massachusetts, KIPP Academy Lynn, and KIPP Academy Boston are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, gender identity, religion, creed, ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, ancestry, special need, proficiency in the English language, or a foreign language. We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds.