School Transformation Specialist

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Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA),

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Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Mission

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

Role Overview:

To lead urgent, sustainable transformation at a designated KIPP SoCal school by rebuilding trust, strengthening systems, developing talent, and ensuring high-quality instruction during a fixed 18-24 month assignment. The School Transformation Specialist holds full accountability for assigned school outcomes and is charged with creating the academic, cultural, and operational conditions necessary for long-term excellence, while preparing the school for a permanent successful transition out of transformational status.

This role is 5 days on-site at one school location. The role is full-time, limited-term status with an end date of June 30, 2027 with the possibility of renewal for an additional 12 months.

Nice to Have

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Previous experience in school turnaround or transformation contexts

Valid administrative credential (or eligibility to obtain one)

At least 1 year as a principal or principal in residence

Experience working with multilingual learners and students with disabilities

Minimum of 5 years in school leadership roles

Demonstrated success in driving significant academic improvement, with evidence of year-over-year growth and/or outperforming comparable schools

Proven ability to develop eﬀective teacher leaders

Experience building positive school cultures with strong student support systems

Track record of eﬀective team management in educational settings

Active professional teaching license

Unwavering belief in the potential of all students

Resilience and persistence in the face of challenges

Ability to build trust quickly with diverse stakeholders

Comfort with ambiguity and willingness to make diﬃcult decisions

In addition to the above competencies and skills, all team members are expected to uphold, demonstrate, and practice KIPP SoCal values, standards of conduct, and anti-racism standards.

KIPP SoCal Public Schools offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $140,000. The role is signing bonus eligible.

100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal

Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)

Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave and vacation

Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.