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Position Overview:

At KIPP St. Louis you will work with students and school teams to identify and support students who need extra support. You come every day equipped to improve student outcomes, identify and support students in small groups, and create targeted plans for student success! You'll collaborate with classroom teachers, the student support team, and school administrators to identify and support students to find their pathway to the futures they choose.

Who we are:

KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.

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.

Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students.Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school.

What makes KIPP St. Louis unique?

We believe that our educators are proving what's possible in urban education each and every day, by inspiring students and helping them discover the joy of learning. KIPP schools support our educators to help students achieve academic excellence, building the skills and confidence they need to succeed.  

Together, we are raising the bar for every student, every day.

Position Overview

At KIPP St. Louis, we believe every moment in a child's day should be filled with growth, curiosity, and joy-even before the first bell and after the last! Our Before & After Care Program is all about extending the magic of learning beyond the school day in a safe, structured, and fun environment where students can thrive-academically, socially, and emotionally.

As the Site Coordinator, you'll be the heartbeat of the program-leading daily operations, building joyful routines, supporting staff, and connecting with families. You'll help create a space where every child feels seen, supported, and excited to be there.

Reporting to the Before & After Care Program Manager, this role also plays a key part in advancing KIPP St. Louis' community work-breaking down barriers to access, fostering belonging, and embracing culturally responsive practices that reflect the brilliance of our kids and community.

10 Month; Grant Funded --->Part-time role - 20 - 25 hours

What you will do:

Program Leadership: 

• Oversee the daily execution of a safe, joyful, and well-organized Before & After Care program.

• Lead and manage program staff, including scheduling, role clarity, and performance support.

• Guide and support the planning of small-group experiences for Reading, Math, or Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialists that strengthen students' academic and social-emotional development.

• Ensure all systems for arrival, transitions, dismissal, and emergency response run smoothly and reliably.

Staff Experience: 

• Champion a positive and inclusive environment grounded in KIPP's values of equity, joy, and excellence.

• Establish and reinforce consistent routines that create a strong sense of safety, belonging, and student ownership.

• Respond to behavior using proactive, student-centered strategies rooted in restorative practices.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth program delivery, including attendance tracking, student transitions, and facility management.

• Oversee daily meal and snack service in compliance with Missouri CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines by ensuring accurate meal counts, proper food handling, required documentation, and adherence to all state and federal program requirements. 

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure a safe, supportive, and accessible environment for all students.

• Manage program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and expand access for historically marginalized students.

Family & Community Engagement: 

• Build strong relationships with families, ensuring they feel informed, engaged, and supported in their child's extended learning experience.

• Develop initiatives to increase student participation, particularly among families facing economic or systemic barriers.

• Partner with community organizations, mentors, and local leaders to expand enrichment opportunities and provide additional resources for students.

• Collaborate with school leaders and the Program Manager to align program operations and address emerging needs.

Data Driven Decision Making

• Monitor program metrics, student attendance, and academic/social-emotional progress to drive equitable program improvements.

• Provide regular reports to the Vice President of Culture and Engagement, ensuring program goals align with KIPP's broader mission of educational access and inclusion.

Additional duties within reason may be assigned; such duties must be considered as beneficial and impactful to the mission of the organization.

What you bring to the table: 

• Relevant experience in youth development, education, or program coordination strongly preferred. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 2+ years of experience in education, youth programming, or community engagement.

• Proven track record of managing teams, designing youth programs, and driving student success.

• Experience working with diverse student populations and implementing equity-focused practices.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.

• Ability to coach and develop staff in an identity-affirming, student-centered environment.

• Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and eliminating barriers to student success.

Physical demands/mental demands/environmental factors:

• Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis including Google Suite

• Assemble dinner and snacks in the kitchen

• Do occasional moderate lifting, pushing and pulling

• Frequently move about inside the office/school to access materials and equipment

• Occasionally position self to interact with students

• Maintain emotional control under stress

• Interpret policy, procedures and data

• Communicate effectively (verbal and written)

What we bring to the table: 

Hourly Rate: $25.00/hour

We are a fast paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement and to cultivate their best working environment we provide the following:

• Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony, holiday party, and more!

• Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer

• On-going professional  development opportunities:

  • Weekly coaching sessions

  • Weekly school-based professional development

  • Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers

If you are interested in working at KIPP St. Louis, please visit our website to find out how to apply! 

www.kippstl.org/apply

Check out our KIPP St. Louis video to learn more about KIPP St. Louis Public Schools!

KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.