Elementary Dean of Culture (Immediate)
- Employer
- KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- Nov 17, 2021
- Ref
- 743999787483197
- Job Category
- Administrator, Principal, Teaching, Elementary Education Teacher
- Grade Level
- Elementary School
Company Description
We are seeking a talented, committed, culturally competent Elementary Dean of Culture for the 21-22 school year. This is a 10-month, full-time position that is open immediately. Submitting this application makes you eligible for all KPPS roles for which you are qualified. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply today!
About Us
The mission of KIPP Philadelphia Schools (KPS) is to develop the character, knowledge, and skills of our students so they will succeed in college, giving them the freedom to shape their futures and positively affect their communities. Our vision is to achieve our mission at critical mass - a cluster of schools in Philadelphia - thereby reinvigorating public education in this city through the performance of our students and the leadership of our educators. Within the next five years, KIPP programming in Philadelphia will include 8-10 schools, over 4,400 students, over 370 employees, and an operating budget greater than 60MM.
Our 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
We know that talented, committed, culturally competent educators have the power to amplify our children's potential by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges them each day. We seek to create a professional environment full of joy, candor, care and community where excellent educators can make a long-term home. Educators at KIPP -
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
The Dean of Culture supports the school's efforts to create a positive, structured, safe, joyful, nurturing and academically focused school culture. The Dean of Culture reports directly to a Senior Dean, AP, or Principal. Principals at KPPS set the vision for student culture. The Dean of Culture at KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools is required to perform the following duties:
Qualifications
Additional Information
Compensation
We are seeking a talented, committed, culturally competent Elementary Dean of Culture for the 21-22 school year. This is a 10-month, full-time position that is open immediately. Submitting this application makes you eligible for all KPPS roles for which you are qualified. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply today!
About Us
The mission of KIPP Philadelphia Schools (KPS) is to develop the character, knowledge, and skills of our students so they will succeed in college, giving them the freedom to shape their futures and positively affect their communities. Our vision is to achieve our mission at critical mass - a cluster of schools in Philadelphia - thereby reinvigorating public education in this city through the performance of our students and the leadership of our educators. Within the next five years, KIPP programming in Philadelphia will include 8-10 schools, over 4,400 students, over 370 employees, and an operating budget greater than 60MM.
Our 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
We know that talented, committed, culturally competent educators have the power to amplify our children's potential by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges them each day. We seek to create a professional environment full of joy, candor, care and community where excellent educators can make a long-term home. Educators at KIPP -
- Are committed to anti-racism, equity and inclusion
- Are part of a close-knit, diverse community of educators
- Show up as themselves, inspiring our children to do the same
- Access resources, workshops, and affinity spaces that support physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- Lead with care and candor and take ownership of our children's learning and growth
- Constantly evolve their craft via 1:1 coaching and high quality professional development
- Have access to leadership pathway programming and opportunities to grow their career
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
The Dean of Culture supports the school's efforts to create a positive, structured, safe, joyful, nurturing and academically focused school culture. The Dean of Culture reports directly to a Senior Dean, AP, or Principal. Principals at KPPS set the vision for student culture. The Dean of Culture at KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools is required to perform the following duties:
- Work as part of the culture team to develop a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and nurturing school culture.
- Consistently and effectively execute and reinforce school wide culture systems (i.e. entry, dismissal, transition, incentive systems, etc.)
- Proactively and positively engage with parents throughout the school year and when there are specific student behavioral concerns.
- Be highly present and visible during school hours, relentlessly ensuring the school has a strong school culture
- Maintain accurate and thorough student culture data and documentation.
- Support teachers to improve their instructional practice, especially as it relates to issues of discipline, relationships with students, and school culture.
- Support execution of individual behavior plans and other supports for students with significant behavior needs (in conjunction with the Social Worker and AP of Special Education).
- Other duties as assigned by the manager
Qualifications
- Love and see the high potential of all children
- Self-awareness and ability to reflect on your practice, biases, and leans
- Cultural competence and commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and eradicating anti-Blackness
- Belief that strong relationships are critical to children's school experience, and the ability to develop relationships and build rapport with students, staff members, and families quickly
- Solutions-orientation; ability and eagerness to adapt to and manage change and solve problems
- A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
- Uphold core KPPS Values (Cultural Competence, Community, Children First, Ownership)
- At least three years' experience working with large groups of students strongly preferred
- Experience teaching or directly supporting students in an urban setting strongly preferred
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- 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
- Salaries at KPPS are competitive and equitable. The starting salary for a Dean of Culture is $45,000, and the range is commensurate with experience.
- All KPPS staff members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, a 403B matching program, and access to free financial advising services