KIPP Public Charter Schools

Company Description

About KIPP NYC

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. KIPP NYC currently serves more than 11,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1,000 (11 % of whom are alumni), and continues to grow!

Job Description

KIPP NYC is seeking a forward-thinking Associate Director to play a critical role in supporting the development of KIPP NYC’s associate teachers and regional staff. As part of the KIPP NYC People Team, the Associate Director, will design and facilitate professional learning, coordinate coaching systems, and contribute to cross-functional staff development initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Director of Talent Development, this Associate Director bridges classroom practice and adult learning, ensuring that our emerging educators and regional teams have the tools, knowledge, and feedback needed to grow and succeed.

This position is based at the KIPP NYC Shared Services Team (SST) office in Midtown Manhattan and requires travel to schools and programs in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Brooklyn

If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC.

General Responsibilties and Duties are but not limited to:

• Design and manage professional development for associate teachers, including onboarding, skill-building workshops, and reflection spaces.
• Partner with school-based coaches and leaders to align coaching supports for associate teachers with performance goals and certification requirements.
• Plan, manage, & facilitate training and development opportunities for regional staff
• Support the implementation of development frameworks and competency maps for early-career educators and regional staff.
• Collect and analyze development data (e.g., session feedback, coaching notes, retention data) to inform ongoing improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure development initiatives are aligned to broader talent and retention strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of classroom experience, with a minimum of 2 years of instructional coaching, or educator development
• Experience designging and facilitating professional development or training for adult learners
• Highly organized and data-informed with systems-oriented mindset
• Skilled in building relationships across roles and levels of experience
• Demonstrated passion for KIPP NYC's mission, vision, core values, and a commitment to high quality public education

Additional Information

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to 105,000. Salary ranges at KIPP NYC are standardized based on role level and role function. Individual salaries are determined through a lens of equity, accounting for years of experience relevant to the role and scope of responsibilites, and are benchmarked against others within the same salary band.

• KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:
• Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 50% match after 6 months.
• Generous Time-Off aligned with school calendar
• Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave.
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder care.
• Employer paid Life Insurance and Short term/Long term disability.
• Employee incentives including 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.

This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our NYC Office. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. It is important that you notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.

KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. BIPOC, women, gender expansive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.