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The Dean of Operations manages the execution of all school-based operational systems. TheDean of Operations coordinates with staff, vendors, and regional team members to ensure execution of clear operational systems focused on fulfilling the needs of students, families, staff and school community stakeholders. This is a full-time administrative exempt position reporting to the Assistant Principal of Operations (APO). 

About KIPP: Together with families and communities, KIPP creates 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. KIPP is a national network of tuition-free, public charter schools open to all students. There are 255 college-preparatory KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 100,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students. 

Who we are: KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college-preparatory public charter schools open to all students. Our 350-person staff educates 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. At KIPP Colorado, we partner with our KIPPsters, educators, families and communities to ensure that we are all united around the goal of a choice-filled future for our KIPPsters. Our KIPP Forward Team supports our 1,000+ high school Alumni as they create their own paths. Our core values of excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy and courage are central to who we are and how we operate at all levels of our organization. 

What we do: We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student. We believe in setting a high bar for joy and academic excellence to ensure the infinite possibilities our students have before them become a reality. We aspire to create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student's needs, skills, and interests. 

Professional Responsibilities 

● Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn 

● Assume personal responsibility for student achievement 

● Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines 

● Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning (regardless of my role and its proximity to students)

● Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions (meet 1-2 times every 1 or 2 weeks (depending on need and role) with a manager, receive coaching, implement all provided feedback, engage in active practice, etc.) 

● Commit to being prepared. Such as: internalizing and preparing for lessons, preparing for O3s/coaching, preparing for meetings, coaching, PD, reading and internalizing written communication, etc. 

● Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules 

● Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including but not limited to Google Suite (google documents, etc.) and Microsoft Suite (including but not limited to your KIPP Colorado email, Teams chat / meetings, Teams phone, and Microsoft Outlook calendar) 

● Maintain strong attendance each day and be on time to all responsibilities 

● Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement 

● Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals 

● Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings 

● Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and Org wide professional development 

● Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team, 

collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement org and grade-wide initiatives 

● Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership on a regular basis, assuring that feedback is shared directly with the intended recipient. Ensure that feedback is focused on improving outcomes and experiences for students 

● Assist with both student and staff recruitment and engagement- including events, home visits, calls home, and other determined and related requirements 

● Know that your role, professional development, org wide meetings, etc. may require you to travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses, our Home Office, or other KIPP or PD events 

● Assist with other duties as assigned (such as but not limited to, lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, bathroom duty, hallway duty, school support duties, etc.) 

Day to Day Operations 

● Ensure that all daily operational systems are effective for teaching and learning. This includes and is not limited to the following: 

○ Facilities & Shared Spaces 

○ Supplies & Materials 

○ Copiers & Printers 

○ Guest Teachers & Classroom Coverage 

● Auditing and support of key operational systems as directed by the Assistant Principals of Operations 

● Provide front desk coverage only when needed to provide required breaks for Operations Coordinator or serve as additional support during key times of the day 

Project Management 

● Create and drive project management for key operational events and projects 

● Work with the Assistant Principal of Operations to ensure deadlines for all events and projects are met 

● Monitor and manage progress toward deadlines for key projects 

● Events and projects may include: Field Trips, Report Cards and Conferences, Family Events, Registration, Recruitment Events, Campus Celebrations, Graduations and End of Year Closeout 

Student Safety and Compliance:

● Work with the Assistant Principal of Operations to ensure compliance on all safety systems and emergency operations plans 

● Serve as a key member of the school Emergency Team 

● Complete medical delegation and CPR/First Aid Training 

● Support with nursing and medical delegation as needed 

● Ensure accurate documentation for 100% of health needs and medications with the DPS provided nurse 

● Work with the Assistant Principal of Operations to ensure front office systems maintain student safety and compliance with all federal and state laws at all times 

Finance and Purchasing 

● Create, maintain and drive the campus purchasing system in alignment with KIPP Colorado Fiscal policies 

● Align with Assistant Principal of Operations to meet all required purchasing approvals 

● Ensure that weekly supply orders are placed, tracked and delivered with the support of the Operations team 

● Complete weekly credit card receipt uploads and ensure that 100% of credit card purchases are approved and recorded 

● Complete weekly invoice uploads and approvals from Principals 

● Complete regular bank deposit process and reconciliation 

● Manage inventory system and process for all supplies, curriculum, furniture and uniforms 

Communication 

● Work with the Assistant Principal of Operations to ensure campus communication systems are functional and efficient 

● Own and drive family communication which may include weekly newsletter, flyers, Social Media posts and other updates as determined by the campus 

● Ensures campus calendars are accurate, updated and available to staff and families 

● Communicate effectively and appropriately with all KIPP Colorado families, students and staff 

Enrollment and Attendance 

● Support goal of 100% enrollment by the first day of school and through October Count 

● Plan and execute Recruitment events as directed by the Assistant Principal of Operations 

● Plan and execute annual registration events to ensure 100% of students are registered by day one of school 

● Manage and track attendance data from Infinite Campus and provide Tier 1 support and intervention with attendance 

● Implement attendance systems to reach the goal of 92% average daily attendance for the campus 

Student Data and Technology 

● Understand and manage Infinite Campus systems for scheduling, enrollment and attendance