26-27 Associate Director of School Operations (ADSO)
About KIPP New Jersey
KIPP New Jersey is part of the Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools. Founded in 2002, KIPP New Jersey now educates 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 18 schools in Newark, Camden, and Paterson. Over 90% of KIPP New Jersey students qualify for free or reduced-price meals.
Job Description
The Associate Director of School Operations (ADSO) will support the operational needs of teachers and the instructional program, allowing the school leadership team to focus on student success. Key responsibilities include:
- Trip Planning, Event Coordination and Purchasing Support
- Troubleshooting with external service providers and managing their work
- Maintaining budget and preparing monthly reports
- Managing staff background checks and onboarding
- Coordinating staff appreciation events and professional development support
- Supporting team surveys and HR assignments
- Communicating operational updates to staff
School Operations, Projects and Communication
- Managing audit and charter tool uploads
- Coordinating and submitting School Improvement Plans
- Leading the ESSAC committee
- Managing volunteer projects
- Supporting larger operations team with attendance and enrollment initiatives
Tech Support
- Providing Tier 1 tech support to staff and students
- Scheduling and coordinating assessments and training sessions
- Maintaining relationships with print services and tech support vendors
- Deploying student and staff devices
Student Recruitment and Enrollment
- Organizing and publicizing student recruitment events
- Supporting staff efforts in student recruitment and enrollment processes
Aesthetics
- Supporting the school’s vision on culture by developing and maintaining building aesthetics
- Ensuring classroom and school readiness checklists are complete
- Providing ongoing support for staff and student culture through visual artifacts and space maintenance
Afterschool Programming
- Setting up systems and managing afterschool programming at the school
- Coordinating with the central operations team on any issues that arise
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Data base management and reporting skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration abilities
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Problem-solving and proactive thinking
- Multiple project management skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Superb customer service skills
- Love and support for families and children
- Ability to troubleshoot and manage high-stress situations
Compensation & Benefits
KIPP NJ offers competitive salaries for newly hired lead teachers, ranging from $76,000 to $133,000+. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund
- Optional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan with matching contributions
- A school-issued laptop
- Transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into Newark from NYC
- Grossly generous time-off, including 3.5-4 school vacation weeks, allocated sick and personal days, and an extended summer break
- Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregivers
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Extensive optional ancillary benefits, including short-term and long-term disability, and accident and hospital indemnity
The organization is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.