ABOUT KIPP DETROIT SCHOOLS

At KIPP Detroit, we are guided by a simple, yet powerful mission: 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 build a more just world.  We believe the destiny of students from Detroit are limitless and students should not be bound by their circumstances. Unfortunately, in 2021 America, there is still a link between socioeconomic status and educational attainment.  KIPP Detroit seeks to eradicate this injustice.  KIPP Detroit Imani Academy will become the highest performing school in the city of Detroit; and, to do so, we attract, develop and retain a diverse and talented staff of educators.  Our students and families will choose our schools because our teachers are exceptional educators who work together as a collective to ensure students achieve and thrive.  For more data and information about our successes and vision for the future, visit www.kippdetroit.org

KIPP Imani will open in the fall of 2022 in the Warrendale neighborhood on the west side of Detroit. Led by a seasoned founding school leader, KIPP Imani will launch with Kindergarten students SY 22-23 and add grades each year to eventually serve students in grades K-4.  The founding team at KIPP Imani will include Kindergarten Teachers, Kindergarten Co-Teachers, Diverse Learning Teachers, Paraprofessionals and Arts Teachers.KIPP Imani will also be supported by a robust operations team and student support team to ensure a strong foundation for the school’s founding and growth. 

In our founding year, our Office Manager will start in the Spring of 2022 and support our facility preparation and school launch.  The OM is the face of the school and delivers first-class customer service to all constituents in the building, including students, parents, staff, and guests. The OM’s primary responsibilities are to operate a welcoming and efficient main office, to coordinate student enrollment and attendance, and to provide daily support to teachers and the school’s leadership team. Ideal candidates will have an entrepreneurial spirit and desire to develop and grow their impact; successful Office Managers will have opportunities for promotion to roleson our growing Operations team with increased responsibility, scope, and salary. This is a full-time position that will report to the Director of Operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate new student enrollment: assist in canvassing, process incoming applications, send acceptance/waitlist letters, manage waitlist, and assist parents with online enrollment

• Create a neat, welcoming, and organized office environment

• Welcome parents and visitors, maintain visitor logs, and respond to visitor & parent requests

• Ensure all visitors are accounted for in the building

• Answer phones, redirect inquiries as appropriate, and relay messages to staff in a timely manner

• Oversee student attendance: Lead process late arrivals, communicate with teachers and school leadership re: student absences, call families of absent students, ensure attendance is accurately logged in student information systems each day, and process early dismissals

• Ensure that copiers/printers are in working order and that teachers/staff have any supplies necessary 

• Process and fulfill staff supply requests

• Receive, distribute, and prepare incoming/outgoing mail and shipments

• Assist with coordination of school events

• Assist with production and distribution of memos & newsletters

• Maintain complete sets of all parent and staff forms

• Order and distribute school uniforms and assist with inventory control

• Coordinate student health services: monitor student health and safety for any unusual/troubling trends, coordinate with site nurse to ensure that students receive appropriate care

The minimum qualification for a Office Manager are:

• Bachelor’s degree or better from an accredited university or college (required)

• At least two years of administrative experience, preferably in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

• Experience working in a school setting, urban setting preferred

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and detail orientation

• Strong typing and technology skills, specifically with Microsoft Office and Google Drive

• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills

• Evidence of personal initiative and follow through

• Respect for diversity, cultural competence and self-awareness in relation to self and others

• A cleared Criminal Records Check.

• All KIPP Detroit staff are required to provide documentation of full Covid-19 vaccination by or before 10/15/2021, unless approved for medical or religious exemption. (Updated 8/24/2021).  

COMPENSATION

KIPP Detroit Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package:

• Salaries based on experience related to role and responsibilities

• Competitive rates for medical insurance and short-term disability insurance.  Dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance are offered at no cost.

• Competitive retirement savings benefits 

• Stipends for additional leadership and enrichment leadership  

INTERVIEW & ONBOARDING PROCESS 

To apply, please submit your application and resume for the role. Please apply immediately, as applications are accepted and roles are filled on a rolling basis.  The interview process for this position includes a phone interview with our recruiter, submission of classroom teaching video, reference check and final round interview with School Leaders.  The ideal start date for this position is mid-Spring. 

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

KIPP Detroit is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. KIPP Detroit does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.