VISION
At KIPP Indy Unite Elementary, our goal is that every student will have the academic foundation, character strengths, and support necessary to succeed in college, to live a life of choice, and to make a positive impact in our community. To do this, we live by Walter Payton’s words, “We are stronger together than we are apart.” We leverage the unique perspectives, talents, and strengths of each member of our community in order to solve problems, inspire growth, and maximize learning. Combining technology and collaborative learning with rigorous academic standards, we will prepare students for their journey to and through college. With joy and enthusiasm, we instill a love for learning and we embrace challenges as opportunities for both individual and community growth.
 

ORGANIZATION                                                                                                               

KIPP – the largest nonprofit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools in the nation – has demonstrated, at scale, that all children have the potential to excel academically regardless of race or zip code. KIPP currently serves over 100,000 students in 242 schools across the country, including Indianapolis. KIPP Indy Public Schools (KIPP Indy) was founded in 2004 with one class of fifth grade students and has grown to educate more than 1,000 students across three schools. By the 2022-2023 school year, KIPP Indy will educate nearly 1,500 students in the Martindale-Brightwood community on the Northeast side of Indianapolis. At KIPP Indy, we believe that all children will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our goal is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to succeed throughout their education and in the competitive world beyond. 

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Student Behavior Coordinator supports the Director of Student Services to maintain a positive student culture to ensure teachers and school leaders are able to focus on instruction. The Student Behavior Coordinator executes operations and logistics for the Student Support Team and provides direct support to individual students as needed.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Foster a school community that supports the school’s mission and promotes respect and appreciation for all students, staff, and families
• Build effective relationships among students, teachers, and school support team to improve the school community
• Collaborate with school Social Worker to support implementation of individualized development programs for struggling students as necessary, aligned with the Social Emotional Learning vision to ensure student success in meeting school expectations
• Execute additional duties as needed as a member of the school team (arrival and dismissal support, lunch support, covering classes, etc.)
• Execute additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Student Support

EXPECTATIONS

• Arrive at school by 7:45 a.m.
• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including two weeks during the summer, weekly school-wide meetings, and ongoing racial equity trainings
• Provide time in the evening, by phone, for questions and concerns that students and/or families may have regarding education-related issues that could not be handled during the school day
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with all staff
• Meet all expectations and requirements as stated in the KIPP Indy Employee Handbook
• Willing to meet the varied and constant needs of the students and staff at KIPP Indy

COMPETENCIES

• Uses data to solve problems
• Demonstrates tenacity, persevering through significant challenges to reach goals
• Manages time and resources effectively, prioritizing efforts according to organizational goals
• Communicates across lines of differences and proactively creates inclusive environments
• Holds high expectations for all students and expresses belief in their potential to become exceptional leaders who will make a positive impact on the world.

• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
• Pass a criminal background check (Required)
• Commitment to working with underserved students (Required)
• At least two years of teaching experience in an urban public middle school (Preferred)
• Experience in analyzing student data and using data to inform instruction (Preferred)

COMPENSATION
Salary is competitive, commensurate with experience, and includes benefits. Teachers are also eligible for performance-based bonuses.

KIPP Indy Unite Elementary is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.