Director of Operations

Company: KIPP Foundation
Location: Elkins Park
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools preparing students with the skills and confidence needed to create the futures they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 279 schools, nearly 16,500 educators, and 210,000 students and alumni. KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students. KPPS Mission Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Life at KPPS At KPPS, we believe that talented, committed, and culturally competent educators and staff are the foundation of our students success. We work to create a professional community grounded in joy, candor, care, and connection – where every team member can bring their authentic self, grow in their craft, and contribute to meaningful work. Here is what you can expect: Commitment to Anti-Racism & Equity: Join a team dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and creating inclusive, culturally responsive schools where all students and staff can thrive. Joyful, Inclusive Community: Work in a collaborative, identity-affirming environment that values relationships, celebrates individuality, and supports the well-being of adults and children alike. Competitive & Equitable Compensation: Benefit from transparent compensation structures, including performance-based bonuses that recognize meaningful contributions. Professional Growth & Leadership Pathways: Access high-quality development – including coaching, workshops, and tailored leadership opportunities – designed to support your long-term career trajectory. Authenticity & Belonging: Be part of a culture that encourages you to show up as your full self and contribute to a community rooted in trust and respect. People-Centered Excellence: Join colleagues who believe strong relationships and thoughtful preparation drive excellent outcomes—for students and for staff. Comprehensive Well-Being Support: Receive whole-person support through coaching, mental health resources, wellness initiatives, and team-building experiences that prioritize your professional and personal growth. Job Description Role Overview We are seeking a talented, committed, culturally competent Director of Operations [DOO] to join KIPP Philadelphia. A successful DOO will operate with innovativeness, dynamism and strategic decision making in order to drive and implement school operational systems and infrastructure. This forward thinking DOO will cultivate operational excellence across our schools. With the close partnership and support of the school Principal, the school based leadership team, and our regional operations team, you will design, implement, and continuously improve systems that enable your school to operate efficiently so that instruction and academic excellence can remain at the forefront! Lead and Manage the Operations Teams Responsibilities Directly manage, coach and support the Operations Manager. Coordinate transportation services including working with the school district to set and adjust routes, hire/supervise bus monitors, and work with families to resolve bus issues. Oversee food services including working with food service vendor to make sure school needs are being met and National School Lunch protocols are followed. Supervise the main office, including answering phones, meeting visitors, and other office responsibilities. Maintain personnel, student and compliance files. Work with the school leader and regional office staff to prepare the school budgets and tracks micro-budgets for school with budget managers. Oversee and place all purchase orders. Maintain and utilize PowerSchool, including attendance, student demographics and grade entry. Prepare and distribute student report cards. Manage all forms of official KIPP communication, including communicating excessive student absences, weekly parent bulletins and monthly calendars. Create strong operations systems to ensure that day-to-day operations run smoothly and that all school staff members have what they need to do their jobs. Monitor supply levels for school, manage classroom inventories and replenish, as needed. Oversee and place all purchase orders. Student Enrollment Manage and oversee entire student enrollment, family meeting, and registration process throughout the year. Develop and execute student recruitment efforts that target families with school-aged children immediately surrounding each school. Lead a team to recruit new families with specific applicant goals per grade level by attracting high quality applicants that ultimately lead to enrolled students. Ensure all new families are effectively welcomed into the community and persist through their first year. Comply with all federal, state, and organizational student registration requirements throughout the enrollment process (i.e. transfers, testing, etc.). Maintain and Build Operational Systems Implement effective school systems to ensure maximum efficiency. Manage partner organization relationships at school level, interns and volunteers. Serve as the point of contact for all building maintenance issues and 3rd party vendors and work with the technology vendor to resolve technology issues. Coordinate monthly and end of year field lessons Plan and manage logistics for special events (Back to School night, Report Card Conferences, etc.) Prepare reports and/or provide accurate information to KIPP Philadelphia regional staff for state reporting. Document Act 48 Credits for teachers. Beautify and maintain shared-school space (bulletin boards, signage, photos, quotes, etc.) Coordinate logistics for all in-house professional development sessions and external PD logistics for staff. Coordinator and/or serve as the point of contact for the School Yearbook and picture day. School Leadership (Instruction and Culture) Serve as an active participant on the school’s leadership team, coordinating and collaborating with the School Leader and Assistant Principals regularly. Meet weekly with the school leader to report on school needs, concerns and opportunities. Provide insight, perspective, proposals, and actions regarding school culture and instruction. Provide tangible and intangible support for teachers and assistant principals. Coordinate and oversee implementation of daily duties (Morning, Lunch, Dismissal). Exhibit positive rapport with students, parents and staff and act as a role model for students. Implement the school-wide student management policies within classrooms and throughout school. Attend all staff meetings and other professional development sessions. Be available for report card nights and other events involving parents. Serve on school committees as needed. Other duties as assigned by the school leader. Transformational Leadership and Fostering a Strong School Community Model KIPP Philadelphia’s values and beliefs at all times (Children First, Cultural Competence, Community, Ownership). Support the implementation of proactive student discipline strategies. Build strong relationships with students and implement systems that develop their knowledge, skills, social-emotional development, and positive sense of self. Establish and maintain strong lines of communication with all fellow employees, parents and community partners. Lead school-wide events and act as school leader when necessary. Remain on call in the evenings (via school cell phone) to provide student support. Lead and help execute school initiatives including but not limited to, annual planning for the coming year, implementation of new focus areas, and other duties as assigned by the school leader. Qualifications Who You Are: You are solutions-orientated and have an eagerness to adapt in order to solve problems. You love and see the high potential of all children. You have experience driving organizational effectiveness and building systems that enable teams to thrive in a warm, inclusive, and high-expectations environment. You have passion for facilitating professional learning, including a desire to continuously grow and learn as a leader. You operate with cultural competence and a commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and the eradication of anti-Blackness. You believe that teachers are the primary drivers of student growth, learning and achievement. You have high expectations for students and teachers; and the ability to motivate, inspire and hold others accountable. Qualifications & Credentials Strong computer literacy 3 years of full-time experience in an operations role Bachelor’s degree Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks: PA State Police Clearance PA Child Abuse Clearance Cogent Federal Fingerprinting Additional Information Compensation Salary range for this position is $98,000-$125,000 commensurate with experience. All full-time team members at KPPS enjoy a comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families as well as a 403B matching program for retirement savings. Note To Applicants KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.

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