KIPP is a national network of free, open‐enrollment, college‐preparatory public schools in under‐resourced communities throughout the United States. There are currently 200 locally‐run KIPP schools in 20 states and Washington, DC, and nationally KIPP serves approximately 80,000 students. More than 80 percent of KIPP students come from low‐income households, and more than 95 percent are African American or Hispanic/Latino.  Through high expectations for students and staff, world‐class teachers and principals, more time in school, autonomy over budget and curriculum, and a focus on results, KIPP schools prepare traditionally underserved students for success in college and in life. KIPP schools have been widely recognized for their success in doing so, and today nearly 85% of KIPP alumni nationally have matriculated to college. 

All KIPP schools share a core set of operating principles, known as the Five Pillars, that KIPP believes help to lay the foundation for students to perform at the highest academic levels: High Expectations, Choice & Commitment, More Time, Power to Lead, and a Focus on Results.

KIPP Minnesota Overview

Who we are: KIPP Minnesota Schools is a network of high-performing college-preparatory public charter schools. Next year, we will serve over 700 students in grades K through 2 and grades 5 through 8 at two co-located schools (primary and middle) in north Minneapolis. KIPP Minnesota Schools is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial organization with significant growth plans in the coming years.

What we do: We do whatever it takes to help our students develop knowledge, skills, and strong character. We work relentlessly so that every one of our students has the opportunity to attend college and has access to the life of choice and opportunity that college provides. The KIPP Minnesota Regional Team supports our schools, school leaders/ principals, and staff through organizational and academic alignment, business management, strategic planning, and back office functions.

How we do it: There are no shortcuts to success. Outstanding educators, rigorous lessons, more time in school, and strong school culture support our students as they climb the mountain to college. We work as a team, use data, and constantly reflect to improve our practice. We believe all of our KIPPsters can make it to and through college and we stay with them every step of the way.

Why it matters: In our communities, approximately 1 in 10 students earn a college degree. We believe that this is unjust and unacceptable and, most importantly, can be changed. Nationwide, over 85% of KIPP middle school alums matriculate to college.

KIPP Minnesota is seeking for Building Substitute for the upcoming school year.

We offer highly competitive salary and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. 

Starting Salary: $44,000+ To inquire for more details email to [email protected]

Other benefits we offer include a number of paid days off including breaks (we take a full week in November and other points throughout the school year!).  We also have "Friday for you" (AKA an afternoon off) once per month.

Outside of the traditional employee benefits, joining the national KIPP network comes with several professional advantages. With over 240 schools across the country, our access to resources, development, and professional connections is best in class. 

The district is willing to work with applicants towards their license.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Building Substitute/Office Assistant position will be a key member of the KIPP Minnesota team and will require flexibility and the ability to work in assorted settings, and will include subbing in classrooms when a leave occurs, and supporting students and staff in the daily support with office management, parent and family communication, student records and enrollment, attendance, meal tracking, and other tasks as assigned. This is a full time position.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Building Substitute

  • Facilitate lessons that inspire students to be engaged in their learning

  • Carry out the instructional program as planned by the teacher

  • Plan lessons when in long-term sub positions

  • Monitor and check student work using active tracking and aggressive monitoring techniques

  • Gather/track data and grade students when in long-term sub positions

  • Abide by IEP and 504 plans; support students who receive special education services

  • Additional supervision duties may include lunch or recess supervision, bus loading/unloading, arrival and dismissal assistance, monitoring students in hallways

  • Be a positive influence on all staff and students

  • Be timely and reliable

  • Maintain a positive attitude and growth mindset

  • Additional duties as assigned

• Office Management

  • Open the office and close the office daily including help with transportation and arrival/dismissal logistics

  • Answer phone and messages in a timely and efficient way

  • Maintain a clear system via email for ensuring all messages are received and followed up on

  • Coordinate ordering office supplies/paper/toner/misc. items (for front office, supply closets, teacher workroom)

  • Manage Mailings (sort and deliver mail, open when appropriate, manage package arrival, prepare school mailings)

  • Coordinate service of copiers and printers as needed

  • Ensure that office is clean and organized

  • Greet and document all visitors (sign in, ensure students leave with authorized guardians, control access to school)

•  Parent & Community Communication

  • Interface with students and families on a regular basis

  • Work closely with the School Leader to create and maintain effective communication strategies with families

  • Call absent, tardy students each morning (ensure that staff is recording absences daily)

  • Manage all parent outreach initiatives (re-enrollment, calendar changes, school events)

  • Ensure all communication documents are kept in a centralized location

  • Send home a newsletter with staff contributions, announcements and important dates

  • Send regular updates to the web designer & social media coordinator to update sites with current and relevant info.

•  Attendance

  • Ensure staff record daily attendance in student information systems, call families of absent and tardy students daily

  • Record any suspensions or excused absences in the student information system

  • Work with the social worker to monitor and flag any students with persistent attendance issues

• Meal Tracking

  • Coordinate breakfast, lunch, and snack ordering and distribution (including Saturday school and field trips)

  • Ensure each student has and is using their lunch number from the student information system

  • Collect and submit meal counts through CLiCS (keep an accurate historical record of CLiCS submissions)

•  Other Tasks

  • Support other operations tasks as assigned including support of building cleanliness

DESIRED EXPERIENCE 

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

• Short Call Substitute License

• Ability to create and foster safe learning environment for students

• Analytical, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills

• Effective verbal and written communications skills

• Effective organizational skills and attention to detail with high level of accuracy

• Computer skills including Microsoft office, as well as student data management and communications programs

• Stress and Time management skills

• Maintains strict confidentiality

Highly Preferred 

• Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color 

• Licensed to teach in the state of Minnesota

• 1+ years of experience working in a classroom as a teacher, substitute teacher, paraprofessional, or student teacher

COMPENSATION

*In order to establish equitable salary practices; the compensation package is derived from the Regional KIPP Minnesota pay scale and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life, long-term disability and retirement benefits as well as an annual salary review and revision.

How to Apply 

We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural leadership team and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Please apply on-line here . 

KIPP:MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: KIPP:MN is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all candidates and  employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on our business need, job requirements and required qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by ​​protected by federal, state or local laws. KIPP:MN will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.”

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.