KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and life. There are 270 KIPP schools across the nation and the District of Columbia, serving more than 160,000 students and alumni. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating at 4x the national average for low-income students.

Founded in 2008 with 50 students in 5th grade, KIPP Columbus currently serves nearly 2,000 students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth.  The mission of KIPP Columbus is together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose -- college, career, and beyond -- so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.  By establishing a rigorous, safe, and personalized learning environment, KIPP Columbus will foster a culture of responsibility and service and empower all students to become active and engaged citizens. 
 
KIPP Columbus continues to rank as one of the top five schools for academic growth of any school in the state of Ohio, and is a top performing urban school in the state for academic growth. 100% of our first two classes of seniors (class of 2020 and 2021) graduated on track and on time (with 100% accepted to college and/or military service, earning nearly $40 million in scholarships).
 
In addition to academic excellence, KIPP Columbus also partners with more than 100 community organizations to provide extracurricular activities, programming, health and wellness services, meals, and more to KIPP students, families, and the broader community. KIPP is also a member of the Ohio High School Athletic Association, offering more than 10 varsity sports. 
 
The KIPP Columbus learning campus will continue to advance student learning, expand partnerships, enable superior programming, and serve as a teaching and leadership lab for schools nationwide, reimagining education through a deeper lens of antiracism, excellence, and joy.  

Interested in learning more about our school?  Please check out our website: https://www.kippcolumbus.org/

The Opportunity

The Summer Programs Coordinator will help to lead our summer camps, enrichment programs, and athletics camps and clinics on campus. This includes on-site leadership for the program day-to-day and serving as the primary point of contact for all internal/external partners as applicable. The Summer Programs Coordinator will help to problem solve any issues that arise and ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for both students and adults facilitating each camp.  Applications are being accepted for internal candidates only.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
On-Site Partner Liaison and Logistics Support

• Develop relationships and ensure a positive partner experience.
• Connect with each partner and coordinate any necessary on site needs and logistics.
• Support with resolving issues with partners as they arise.
• Serve as the liaison between partners and on-site Operations (food service team, custodial team, etc.).
• Manage on-site vendors to ensure spaces are clean, in good repair, and food is delivered on time.

Family Communications and Outreach

• Send weekly family update with summer programming highlights.
• Provide 3 pictures and messaging weekly for KIPP’s social media platforms.
• Communicate with families on any issues or concerns as they arise.
• Provide weekly summer programs update to SLs and Superintendent each week (for 4 weeks).

• Bachelor's degree required
• At least five (3) years of experience supporting or working in K-12 school systems preferred
• A track record of performance and successful implementation across multiple concurrent projects, shifting and competing priorities, and driving teams towards results
• Demonstrated understanding of youth development and enrichment programming within school systems
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and conflict, while leading and managing teams of people, in many instances through influence or without direct-line authority
• Demonstrated strong presentation, organizational, documentation, and training skills
• Demonstrated values around anti-racism by reinforcing a commitment to equity through actions and unconscious bias.
• Belief that outstanding school leaders, staff, and teachers can achieve excellent outcomes for all students
• Ability to persevere with a sense of optimism, strong problem solving skills, and desire to learn and grow in a collaborative professional learning community
• Willingness, and commitment, to go above and beyond to prove the possible with students.
• Ability to multi-task and work within an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment, while driving toward clarity and solutions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Model the values of KIPP Columbus (Imagine, Navigate, Seek, Persevere, Integrity, Responsibility, and Empathy)

Compensation and Benefits

KIPP Columbus offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance, as well as group term life insurance, retirement plan and paid time off.  

Statement of Non-Disclosure

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.