Organizational Overview

Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina, is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina’s children through the delivery of culturally relevant curricula that are grounded in research, and clearing the paths that our students choose to follow by ensuring that they have the roadmaps and guideposts they need to arrive at success - however they define it.

KIPP North Carolina is also committed to building the pipeline of the state’s most talented and effective teachers and leaders through competitive compensation, integrated professional development lead by coaches and mentors, and resources they need to succeed, all rooted in core values that articulate our collectively designed organizational beliefs:

Pursue Excellence - 

We uphold high standards for our staff, and are committed to providing the necessary resources, training, mentorship and feedback to help each staff member not only meet, but exceed, expectations. We believe excellence is a habit and a sustained pursuit, not an endpoint.

Build Knowledge - 

We offer our educators robust school-based, regional and external professional development opportunities, before the start of and during the school year, designed to empower them with the latest teaching strategies and technology integration techniques. School Leaders and a statewide teacher development team provide professional coaching for school-based staff and foster collaborative learning, encouraging the exploration of effective teaching strategies and best practices.

Fight Injustice -

As a staff, we dismantle the white supremacy within our institution and deepen our own learning and understanding of anti-racism and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) through providing organization-wide regular workshops designed to holistically guide us through the redesign of our workplace culture through the lens of liberation. Additionally, we train and prepare our educators to deliver culturally responsive curricula that respect learners' cultures and prior experiences, and acknowledge and value the legitimacy of different cultures, not just the dominant culture of a society. 

Spark Joy - 

We believe in publicly and privately acknowledging and celebrating the outstanding contributions of our staff, and recognize exceptional individuals across the region. We also understand the importance of fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. We organize monthly school-based staff outings to provide an opportunity for our team to unwind, socialize, and engage in activities that promote camaraderie and a sense of community.

Rise Together - 

We create space for our region to assemble and celebrate all successes - a space in which we strengthen community by embracing each other’s unique identities, and honoring the contributions that will allow us to lift as we rise in the years ahead. We believe Team always beats Individual. 

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to serve as our MTSS Program Manager. This position plays a crucial role in overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, as well as coordinating intervention programs to support student success. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of educational interventions, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative leadership.

The MTSS Program Manager will provide instructional leadership in curriculum, assessment, and professional development for all K-12 schools in North Carolina. The MTSS Program Manager will report directly to the Managing Director of Student Support Services, and they will drive achievement for students requiring interventions through the MTSS process. The MTSS Program Manager will work in collaboration with schools and Regional Support Team colleagues to design and implement high-quality Reading, Math, Behavioral, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) interventions in schools across KIPP NC. Finally, the MTSS Program Manager will serve as KIPP NC’s project manager for the AP Intervention partnership with the Hill Learning Center to support KIPP NC’s reading interventionists and help ensure implementation fidelity and student success.

This is an ideal opportunity for a dynamic and visionary instructional leader looking to play a critical role in building and shaping a premier K-12 charter management organization committed to supporting students to graduate college and succeed in school and life.

Key Responsibilities

MTSS Framework Development and Implementation:

• Lead the development and refinement of our MTSS framework in collaboration with school leadership, teachers, and support staff.
• Ensure alignment of MTSS practices with district and state standards, as well as research-based best practices in education.
• Establish procedures for universal screening, progress monitoring, and data analysis to identify students in need of additional support.
• Provide training and support to educators on MTSS principles, including tiered interventions and data-driven decision-making.

Intervention Program Coordination:

• Oversee the coordination and delivery of intervention programs (95 RAP, I-Ready, etc.) across all tiers of support, including academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.
• Collaborate with school leaders, school-based interventionists, teachers, and support staff to develop intervention plans tailored to meet the needs of individual students.
• Monitor the implementation of interventions and provide ongoing support and feedback to intervention teams.
• Ensure that intervention programs are evidence-based and aligned with the goals of the MTSS framework.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison between our intervention partners (I-Ready, 95 RAP) and our Teaching and Learning team to coordinate professional development, monitor program implementation, provide feedback, and celebrate growth. 

Data Analysis and Evaluation:

• Collect and analyze data related to student outcomes, intervention effectiveness, and program fidelity.
• Use data to identify trends, make informed decisions, and drive continuous improvement efforts within the MTSS framework.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to school leadership, staff, and stakeholders.

Collaborative Leadership and Professional Development:

• Foster a culture of collaboration and shared responsibility among educators and staff for the success of all students.
• Facilitate regular meetings and professional development opportunities for MTSS teams and school-based interventionists.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to intervention teams to build their capacity to implement effective interventions.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 5 or more years of experience as an exemplary teacher/leader with strong student achievement results.
• Previous experience in a leadership role within a school or district, preferably with a focus on MTSS and intervention programs.
• In-depth knowledge of MTSS frameworks, including tiered interventions, progress monitoring, and data analysis.
• Experience coordinating and implementing intervention programs to support student academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in using data to inform decision-making and drive improvement efforts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve common goals. 
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.

Knowledge/Skills:

• A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our students
• An unwavering commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusion
• Exemplary instructional coaching and adult management experience in a high performing school serving a similar student population to KIPP North Carolina
• Strong command of the essentials of the Science of Reading
• An understanding of the necessary components of a solid literacy program (95 RAP training and experience is a plus)
• An understanding of the specific, unique characteristics of public charter schools, NC-specific knowledge a plus
• Outstanding leadership and management skills, particularly as it relates to building/supporting teams, working through others, promoting collaboration, managing conflict, goal setting, and holding people accountable
• Outstanding problem solving abilities with the ability to think flexibly and collaboratively about complex instructional programming
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to use data from assessment, implementation and progress monitoring to drive decisions, inform instruction and support student success. 
• The flexibility needed to accommodate the breadth and depth of responsibilities and priorities
• A growth mindset focused on building knowledge and continuously learning and improving knowledge and skills. 
• Outstanding written, speaking, and organizational skills including excellence in backwards planning long-term goals and accountability and progress monitoring systems

Other Expectations:

• Understanding of and willingness to work in both rural and urban communities, including exhibiting resourcefulness and willingness to travel up to five hours within North Carolina multiple days per week based on schools’ needs
• Must live in North Carolina; Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, ideal, given the area’s equal distance from our schools in Charlotte, Gaston (ENC), and Halifax
• Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2024