Program Overview

The KIPP NYC Leader Fellows program is geared towards supporting those who have 2 years of experience coaching individuals and/or leading teams. The focus of Leader Fellows is in developing leadership skills including team leadership, leading through others, instructional coaching, and transitioning from single content area/grade thinking to build school wide systems and structures. Leader Fellows hold a variety of roles within KIPP NYC. The Leader Fellow program operates within a set of KIPP NYC leadership development programs, all with the goal of strengthening the leadership pipeline and developing a transparent pathway to leadership. Leader Fellows are full-time members of their school and will have opportunities to practice the skills and competencies guiding the Leader Fellow program. 

Key Responsibilities

• Attend regular professional development sessions and complete any required pre-work/post-work
• Actively participate in 1:1 coaching meetings and update progress each month
• At mid-year and end-of-year, provide upward feedback for coach
• At mid-year and end-of-year, participate in checkpoint meetings to review progress toward goals
• Complete capstone reflection

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• Have a minimum of two years of leadership experience in coaching individuals and/or leading teams
• Demonstrated success in developing academic programs and academic culture
• Demonstrated success in planning staff professional development and leading teams of teachers
• An analytical view of tracking progress toward goals 
• Flexibility to accommodate multiple priorities and high level of responsibilities 
• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor. 
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students within our KIPP NYC communities 

Application Requirements 

Thank you for your interest in Leader Fellows. Application requirements are listed HERE. You can complete your application by clicking the “I’m Interested” button. You will be prompted to include the link to a Google folder with the application requirements as you complete the preliminary questions. 

Compensation & Benefits:

KIPP NYC Leader Fellows will not receive any additional monetary compensation outside of their standard salary rate (based on current roles/responsibilities and salary bands).

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverages. Other benefits include retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and supplemental benefits offerings.

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position.  It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization. 

KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. BIPOC, women, gender expansive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.