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KIPP is hiring a Manager of KIPP Forward. The role involves supporting the School Leader to implement the college and career readiness program by managing student caseloads, leading postsecondary access programming, and maintaining relationships with colleges and career programs to ensure students are matched with fitting postsecondary pathways.

Highlights

Manage caseload of high school students (grades 9-12) providing individualized college, career, and graduation counseling.
Organize college visits, career exploration trips, guest speaker events, and family workshops to promote postsecondary access.
Schedule and manage regular one-on-one student counseling sessions to provide consistent support.
Maintain partnerships with colleges, universities, and career programs to expand student opportunities.
Assist in executing KIPP Forward's Match Strategy for best-fit postsecondary placement.
Engage with families through workshops and regular communications about college admissions, financial aid, and career options.
Coordinate key events such as College Decision Day, Financial Aid Nights, and Career Fairs.
Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in Counseling, Education, or related fields.
3-5 years of experience in college counseling or career readiness, especially with underserved or first-generation students.
Commitment to KIPP Columbus' mission and values, focusing on improving postsecondary outcomes for underserved populations.

Manager of KIPP Forward Full Description

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KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. There are 285 KIPP schools across the nation and the District of Columbia, serving more than 175,000 students and alumni with more than 15,000 educators.

Founded in 2008 with 50 students in 5th grade, KIPP Columbus currently educates 2,000 students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. With a mission to, together with families and the community, create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose -- college, career, and beyond -- KIPP has maintained excellence in its growth, and will improve upon that standard – proving what is possible in public education.

KIPP Columbus continues to rank as one of the top schools for academic growth of any school in the state of Ohio, and is a top performing urban school in the state for academic growth. In our first three graduating classes (in spring 2020, 2021, and 2022) 100% of students were accepted to college and/or military service with nearly $40 million in merit scholarships from colleges and universities awarded.

In addition to academic excellence, KIPP Columbus also partners with nearly 100 community organizations to provide extracurricular activities, programming, health and wellness services, meals, and more to KIPP students, families, and the broader community. KIPP is also a member of the Ohio High School Athletic Association, offering more than 10 varsity sports.

The KIPP Columbus learning campus will continue to advance student learning, expand partnerships, enable superior programming, and serve as a teaching and leadership lab for schools nationwide, reimagining education through a deeper lens of antiracism, excellence, and joy as we expand to educate nearly 4,000 students on our learning campus in the coming years.

Job Description

Support the School Leader in the implementation of the college and career readiness program.
Manage a caseload of students in grades 9 -12, providing individualized postsecondary counseling to support college applications, financial aid, career readiness and graduation requirements.
Organize and lead postsecondary access programming, including college visits, career exploration trips, guest speaker events, and family engagement workshops.
Ensure students receive consistent counseling support by scheduling and managing regular 1:1 student-counselor meetings.
Maintain relationships with colleges, universities, and career programs to expand opportunities for students.
Assist in the execution of KIPP Forward's 'Match Strategy,' ensuring that students are matched with best-fit postsecondary institutions or career pathways.
Engage families by organizing workshops and events related to college admissions, financial aid, and career options.
Communicate regularly with families to keep them informed about their student's progress and postsecondary options.
Serve as a liaison between families and external partners, such as college admissions representatives and scholarship organizations.
Coordinate and manage events such as College Decision Day, Financial Aid Nights, and Career Fairs. Attend weekly team meetings and contribute to discussions about data, goals, and student progress.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Counseling, Education, or a related field preferred.
At least 3-5 years of experience in college counseling, career readiness, or a related field.
Experience working with underserved populations and/or first-generation college students.
Demonstrated success in improving student postsecondary outcomes, particularly for underserved populations.
Commitment to KIPP Columbus' mission and values.

Additional Information

Statement of Non-Disclosure

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.

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Job Description

Support the School Leader in the implementation of the college and career readiness program.
Manage a caseload of students in grades 9 -12, providing individualized postsecondary counseling to support college applications, financial aid, career readiness and graduation requirements.
Organize and lead postsecondary access programming, including college visits, career exploration trips, guest speaker events, and family engagement workshops.
Ensure students receive consistent counseling support by scheduling and managing regular 1:1 student-counselor meetings.
Maintain relationships with colleges, universities, and career programs to expand opportunities for students.
Assist in the execution of KIPP Forward's 'Match Strategy,' ensuring that students are matched with best-fit postsecondary institutions or career pathways.
Engage families by organizing workshops and events related to college admissions, financial aid, and career options.
Communicate regularly with families to keep them informed about their student's progress and postsecondary options.
Serve as a liaison between families and external partners, such as college admissions representatives and scholarship organizations.
Coordinate and manage events such as College Decision Day, Financial Aid Nights, and Career Fairs. Attend weekly team meetings and contribute to discussions about data, goals, and student progress.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Counseling, Education, or a related field preferred.
At least 3-5 years of experience in college counseling, career readiness, or a related field.
Experience working with underserved populations and/or first-generation college students.
Demonstrated success in improving student postsecondary outcomes, particularly for underserved populations.
Commitment to KIPP Columbus' mission and values.

Additional Information

Statement of Non-Disclosure

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