Description

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California 
KIPP is a non-profit network of 224 college-preparatory, public charter schools across the country educating early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students. KIPP schools are united by a common mission, a commitment to excellence, and a belief that if we help children develop the academic and character strengths they need for college and choice-filled lives, they will be able to build a better tomorrow for themselves, for their communities, and for us all.

There are currently 22 KIPP schools across the Northern California educating nearly 6,000 students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Stockton and Redwood City and supporting over 3,000 alumni around the country.    

Position Overview
The Operations Coordinator is responsible for managing the front office of the school and supporting the staff in creating a joyful learning environment.  They will serve as the first point of contact for any students, families, staff, or visitors in the office. They will assist in the implementation and maintenance of clear operational systems that allow the instructional team to focus on teaching and learning. This position is an excellent opportunity for a highly driven self-starter to support a high-performing middle school. The Operations Coordinator reports to the Operations Manager.  

Duties and Responsibilities
Front Office and Daily Operations    

• Welcome and direct visitors according to the school’s sign-in procedure
• Address all office communications, including incoming calls, faxes, files, mail, and deliveries
• Maintain complete and accurate student records in cumulative folders and in PowerSchool
• Place orders for office supplies, student store items, textbooks, and other materials
• Store and administer medication to students as prescribed by the doctor or physician
• Attend first aid training and perform first aid as needed 

Student Attendance    

• Distribute tardy slips as needed to students at the beginning of the school day
• Make morning calls home to students who are absent, and if needed, coordinate absent students’ homework drop-off and pick-up
• Coordinate daily attendance taking, check records and turn in weekly attendance sheets to Operations Manager for review
• Coordinate parent requests for a student early dismissal according to the school’s dismissal process

Lunch Service    

• Receive daily food delivery from the lunch service provider and ensure all food items are in compliance with proper temperatures and packaging
• Prepare kitchen and foodservice line for lunch 
• Oversee lunch service and ensure students are taking correct servings 
• Track and log students receiving food in MealTime and/or hard copy logs
• Report daily lunch counts and order lunches weekly with the food vendor

Communications    

• Help prepare weekly bulletins in English and Spanish to distribute to team & family
• Assist in the preparation of all parent communications, including letters and report cards

Miscellaneous support    

• Manage the student store and assist with any school fundraisers
• Help plan and host on-campus and off-campus school events, including student field trips
• Assist team as needed to build a safe, joyful learning environment 
• Assist in student recruitment activities, preparing for the enrollment lottery, and coordinating orientation meetings and placement testing for new students 

Skills and Qualifications    

• High school diploma required
• Spanish fluency preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Apps 
• Experience working in a school or non-profit preferred
• Ability to self-direct, prioritize and multi-task among competing goals
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and build relationships across teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission and values 

Environmental: School and classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Adhere to KIPP’s health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.  

Salary & Benefits
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package for eligible employees.

Hourly Rate: $22.12/hr-$27.88/hr    

 To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.