Democracy Prep Public Schools jobs in San Antonio, TX - 37 jobs

Democracy Prep Public Schools is committed to ensuring all scholars succeed in the college of their choice and lead a life of active citizenship. As a teacher, you will play a vital role in creating a classroom culture that reflects high expectations and high support, fostering academic and personal growth for every scholar. Who You Are Mission-Driven Educator: You are deeply committed to Democracy Prep's mission focusing on fostering college success and authentic civic engagement for scholars. Outstanding Classroom Teacher: You maintain consistently high behavioral and academic expectations, supporting scholars in meeting those expectations. Self-Reflective Professional: You are dedicated to aligning your classroom to our commitment to antiracism and contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Results-Driven Assessor: You use data analysis to drive instructional decisions and teacher accountability, ensuring positive outcomes for all students. Content Area Expert: You engage scholars with differentiated instruction and deliver high-quality curriculum by preparing rigorous and engaging lessons through thoughtful lesson planning. Educator with Experience Preferred: You hold a Bachelor's degree (required) and have at least 2 years of teaching experience in urban areas. State certification is preferred. Note: We request transcripts as part of our onboarding process. What You'll Do Ensure Classroom Culture: Create and maintain a classroom atmosphere characterized by high expectations and high support. Create an Inclusive Environment: Engage in training, reflection, and dialogue around issues of race, identity, diversity, equity, and inclusion for staff and scholars. Curriculum Implementation: Plan and prepare for the effective implementation of a coherent, research-based curriculum. Data-Driven Instruction: Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practice. Build Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through effective and frequent communication. Professional Growth: Continuously improve your practice through weekly coaching sessions, professional development, and collaborative, data-driven reflection with department and grade-level teams. Support Social-Emotional Well-Being: Cultivate the social-emotional growth of all scholars by building a positive classroom culture and leveraging strong partnerships with scholars, their families, and the scholar support team. Foster Active Citizenship: Engage students in age-appropriate conversations and activities about current events, participation in community service, and the celebration of culture, heritage, and identity. Whole-School Involvement: Participate in school-wide events and tasks, including transitions, family conferences, tutoring, and other activities as assigned by school leadership. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree (required). 2+ years of teaching experience, preferably in urban education (preferred). State certification (preferred). Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to create an inclusive and positive classroom culture that emphasizes high expectations for all scholars. Commitment to professional growth through coaching, reflection, and collaborative work with colleagues. Compensation Salary is competitive and commensurate with your experience. Democracy Prep employees are provided with a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, parental leave, a smartphone, and a laptop. Along with participating in the mandatory TRS, employees have the choice of enrolling in a pre-tax 403b or post-tax Roth with Democracy Prep. --- Democracy Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our mission is to educate responsible citizen-scholars who will change the world. We strongly believe that by building a DREAM team that represents numerous perspectives, backgrounds, and expertises, we can achieve this goal together. This is a value we highly support and strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description The Opportunity This is a pooled opportunity. We will be hiring on an ongoing basis and/or when a role becomes available. The School Operations Team is focused on creating the conditions by which our schools can thrive by designing and leading efficient, safe, joyful, and just systems; working to remove obstacles to learning and find creative solutions to challenges to enable the highest level of teaching and learning; and providing best-in-class customer service to families and staff members to ensure they feel welcomed, cared for and a valued member of our community. The Attendance & PEIMS Specialist is a school based position responsible for maintaining impeccable student information data and record keeping, assisting with seamless school operations, and supporting excellent teaching and learning by providing data to inform decisions. The Attendance and PEIMS Specialist is the data and student information expert at the school. Key Responsibilities Manages school attendance process and maintains attendance records. Partners with students, staff and parents to ensure students attend school every day Trains teachers on attendance procedures and inputs the data into the Student Information System (SIS) Documents all attendance changes, corrects attendance data, and completes audits as needed Communicates attendance reporting to staff and indicates when a student is at risk Participates in the weekly attendance check-in meeting with increasing responsibilities over time Maintains accurate student data and information in compliance with federal, state, and school expectations. Audits and corrects student data issues in the SIS and completes Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) reporting Generate and review reports and verify with appropriate stakeholders Manages incoming and outgoing requests for student records through TREx Enters and updates master and students schedules in SIS Review and determine eligibility for a variety of programs and ensure that eligibility is correctly documented in systems Run grade verification reports for each grading cycle and prints progress reports and report cards Processes documentation for student enrollment and maintains all lottery records. Verifies students are fully enrolled and makes any data corrections in registration packets and the SIS Collects any required documents for students to enroll Sets up, manages, and audits student folders Accepts transfer requests from families and coordinates process with other schools Handles external student document requests Tracks leaver information and ensures that withdrawal meetings are held Prepares transcripts and provides proof of enrollment Qualifications Skills and Qualifications Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred Unwavering commitment to the KIPP Texas mission, core values and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students, families, and staff Strong project and time management skills; ability to effectively backwards plan, juggle multiple priorities with great attention to detail, and deliver consistent and timely results Experience with managing and entering data Sense of humility, customer service mindset, and shows urgency and the ability to proactively solve problems and make decisions quickly Ability to establish relationships and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders Desire to continuously learn and evolve as a professional Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer/laptop Attending conferences or training sessions Additional Information Compensation and Benefits The starting salary for this position is $45,000 and placement in the salary range is commensurate upon qualifications of the role, experience, and education. As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

* Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.* About KIPP Texas Public Schools KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE KIPP Texas is hiring for School Leaders in all four regional locations, you will be asked for your preference as part of the application process: * Austin, TX * Dallas, TX * Houston, TX * San Antonio, TX School Leaders play a critical role in advancing KIPP Texas mission to create joyful, academically excellent schools. As a school leader you will set vision and direction in partnership with staff, students, and families to drive towards school improvement initiatives and KIPP Texas overall goals for healthy schools. You will manage, coach, and develop instructional, operational, and support staff to ensure all students have access to a positive learning community focused on preparing them with the skills to pursue the paths they choose - with a particular focus on building a college-going culture. In collaboration with regional leadership and state-wide departments you will leverage systems, supports, and processes to ensure that student enrollment, school operations, finances, and talent are sound. This is an ideal opportunity for a dynamic and visionary organizational leader with significant experience leading schools (particularly in transformation settings) to improve and become a premier campus marked by academic excellence and joy. As a School Leader you will internalize and drive towards academic and culture-related goals in pursuit of supporting KIPP Texas Public Schools in meeting organizational goals; * 100% of KTX School achieve an A or B rating - TBD * 95% of K-2 students reading on grade level DIBELS * KTX earn 90/75/40 on Reading STAAR * KTX earn 90/75/40 on Math STAAR * 60% of seniors graduate having scored a 3+ on at least a AP/IB exam * 40% of 11th grade students score 21+ on the ACT * 80% of student matriculate to a 4-year college * 97% Average Daily Attendance * 100% BOY Enrollment by Day 10 * 80% of Staff Retained ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Lead a team to successfully build a school of academic excellence and joy * Set ambitious school-wide vision and goals, aligned to state wide targets, that will lead to school improvement and put students on a path to and through college. * Create and execute school-wide plans to prioritize time and resources to achieve annual goals. * Champion KIPP TX core values and build a community of team and family members dedicated to achievement and collaborative spaces of opportunity. * Lead, coach, and develop a school leadership team of Assistant Principals of Instructions, Assistant Principal of Operations, and other leadership staff. * Hire, supervise, coach, and retain instructional, and support staff at all levels across the schools. * Partner with state-wide departments to implement financial, operations, and talent systems and processes. * Cultivate a high-potential school leadership pipeline. Act as the School's Instructional Leader * Partner with KIPP TX's Academic department and Head of Schools to translate KIPP TX's academic strategy to drive towards school improvement and student academic success. * Develop staff's capacity to internalize high quality instructional materials, including grade level standards, curriculum, assessments, and lessons. * Champion emerging bilinguals, students with IEPs and 504s to receive exceptional services and supports, in compliance with state and federal regulations. * Cultivate staff to effectively deliver daily learning to drive student mastery. * Develop and deliver systems and processes to monitor student learning and teacher development. * Support staff to regularly collect and analyze student learning data in order to adjust instruction. * Observe and coach campus-based instructional leaders (Assistant Principals of Instruction, Grade level chairs, department chairs, etc) to ensure they are providing high-impact feedback to teachers. * Create and leverage mechanisms for teacher collaboration within and across grade levels and departments. * Lead whole-school professional learning to drive improvements in teacher practice. * Continuously engage in learning related to content, pedagogy, and instructional methods. Foster a Joyful School Culture * Partner with your Assistant Principal of Operations and the state-wide school operations department to design and implement a plan to cultivate, register, enroll, and onboard New to KIPP families. * Provide a college-going, joyful environment where students experience connection and rigorous learning. * Maintain student enrollment to meet and exceed student enrollment targets. * Establish and implement school-wide systems to support strong daily attendance and partner with students, staff, and families to support and mitigate situations related to chronic absenteeism. * Leverage school-wide systems to develop a positive learning culture and establish strong rapport between staff and students and students and students. * Partner with students, teachers, administrators, and families to address breeches to school culture. * Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in education or related field from an accredited college or university preferred * Texas Principal certification preferred * 3-5 years experience as a principal leading schools serving a similar student population to KIPP Texas; experience leading school improvement( preferred). * At least 2 years Assistant Principal or equivalent school-level leadership experience with a record of results of leading students to significant academic growth (required) * 2 years of teaching experience (required) * Demonstrated success leading teams to accelerate progress for students in transformation settings. COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS * Demonstrated leadership with the ability to lead people and get results through work with others. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong prioritization, organization and follow-up skills. * Demonstration of effective teaching and learning practices * Excellent interpersonal, human relations, and stress and conflict management skills * Excellent planning, goal setting, coordinating, problem analysis and decision-making skills * Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation * Enthusiasm to engage parents and community What We Bring to the Table The starting point for the salary range for this position is $92,250 and is commensurate upon experience and internal-equity. * Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. * Paid family leave. * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered. * Employee assistance programs. * Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). * 457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported. * KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. * Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. Physical Requirements * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. * Considerable time spent at a desk using a computer/laptop. * Attending conferences or training sessions. Work Environment * Reports to school site Monday-Friday. * Typical school environment with frequent interruptions. Travel Requirements * Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional office for professional learning or meetings.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 59 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 34,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. KIPP Texas is a team and family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. KIPP Texas is part of the national KIPP network of 255 college-preparatory public charter schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Nationwide, KIPP students complete four-year college at a rate of 36 percent, comparable to the national average for all students. Job Description Position Title: Communication Paraprofessional Department: Special Education Reports To: Speech-Language Pathologist Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview: The Communication Paraprofessional will support speech and language therapy services utilizing the Amplio Speech digital platform under the supervision of licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs). They will manage daily operations of student therapy sessions, ensuring efficient, effective, and compliant service delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Provide direct support to students in accessing and completing individualized speech therapy sessions via Amplio Speech on Chromebooks. * Manage and maintain therapy schedules for assigned student caseload. * Prepare therapy session materials, devices, and classroom settings. * Assist in pulling reports from the Amplio Speech platform. * Ensure equipment (Chromebooks, headsets, internet connectivity) is functional and ready for daily use. * Support students receiving compensatory services by coordinating additional therapy session times as directed. * Maintain confidentiality of student records and personal information at all times. Qualifications: * High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education, Communication Disorders, or related field preferred. * Experience working with children in educational or therapeutic settings. * Familiarity with educational technology platforms; comfort in using Chromebooks and digital learning tools. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families. Physical Requirements: * Ability to move around the campus frequently. * Occasional lifting of materials and technology equipment (up to 25 lbs). Professional Development: * Participate in required training and professional development sessions to effectively utilize the Amplio Speech platform and deliver high-quality student support. Qualifications Qualifications * High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education, Communication Disorders, or related field preferred. * Experience working with children in educational or therapeutic settings. * Familiarity with educational technology platforms; comfort in using Chromebooks and digital learning tools. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families. Physical Requirements * Ability to move around the campus frequently. * Occasional lifting of materials and technology equipment (up to 25 lbs). Professional Development * Participate in required training and professional development sessions to effectively utilize the Amplio Speech platform and deliver high-quality student support. Additional Information Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans starting as low as $25/month. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description The Opportunity The School Operations Manager is a school based position that assists with all finance and operations functions necessary to run a high-performing school. This includes coding invoices, purchasing, facilities, food services, transportation, technology, student recruitment, student data, regulatory compliance, and academic operations support. The School Operations Manager serves as a key member of the school's Front Office Team, ensures that the school's operations meet high standards of operational excellence, families are offered outstanding customer service, and enables instructional leaders and staff to focus on driving strong student achievement outcomes. This is a pooled opportunity. We will be hiring on an ongoing basis and/or when a role becomes available. By applying to this position, you are expressing interest in being considered for current and future openings for this role at various campuses within Houston. As positions become available over the next few months, our team will review applications and reach out to candidates whose skills and experience align with the needs of our campuses. We encourage you to apply if you are interested in joining our team, even if you do not see an immediate opening at your preferred campus. Key Responsibilities Supervises School Operations Associate Purchases items & services for the school; knows the procurement process, is trained in KIPPeMart Codes invoices, collects money (e.g. EOY trips, club fees), prepares deposits Implements the arrival and dismissal procedure (car flow, bus line up, walkers) Manages the day to day busing operations for their school; rosters, parent requests/ issues, student line-up process, parent and student ID tags, student behavior; works closely w/ their Bus Coordinator Lead for needs and changes Manages Child Nutrition day to day logistics (meal card replacement, supper rosters); works closely with the Child Nutrition Field Supervisor Manages school event coordination (i.e. meet the teacher night, parent engagement sessions, enrollment and recruitment activities - working with Regional Student Recruitment) Manages copier and teacher workroom supplies, troubleshoots copiers, trained on the copiers Manages any student technology program the school runs (i.e. Chromebooks) Updates any school based calendar for the School Leader Supports field lesson logistics (booking buses, ordering sack lunches, hotel rooms, travel, etc.) Manages any school based social media communications/ postings Gives parent tours for potential student prospects Schedules shared space Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Principal of Operations Qualifications Skills and Qualifications Bilingual: English & Spanish required Bachelor's degree preferred 3 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in education and/or business or operations management Demonstrated leadership skills (e.g. at least 1 year managing a team or large projects) Strong project and time management skills; ability to effectively backwards plan, juggle multiple priorities with great attention to detail, and deliver consistent and timely results Strong strategic and analytical skills with an aptitude for shifting from fire-fighting to systems-building Sense of humility, customer service mindset, and shows urgency and the ability to proactively solve problems and make decisions quickly Team player with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management and relationship building skills Ability to lead, influence, and hold others accountable to upholding high standards of operational excellence Ability to be calm under pressure, especially in difficult conversations with parents and staff Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel; Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional Unwavering commitment to the KIPP Texas mission, core values and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students, families, and staff Additional Information Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans. Some positions might be temporary and only available for the 2025-2026 school year. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network with more than 45 Pre-K - 12 schools across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. With over 30 years in Texas, we work together with our families and communities to prepare students for college, career, and beyond! Our schools provide a high-quality, well-rounded education built on academic success and personal growth, where all students learn and thrive in a productive, safe, and joyful way! As one of the earliest charter networks in Texas-founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018-we hire dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission-driven community that wants every child to "run to school," the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. ***Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for current and potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.*** JOB DESCRIPTION: About The Role: Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families, working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunity. In our classrooms and across the KIPP TX Team and Family we embrace, honor and celebrate the uniqueness of each of our little and big KIPPsters. We are committed to attracting and developing individuals who are grounded in the experiences of our families, as we know we are at our best when centering our students', families' and communities' realities. The Special Education ARD Facilitator serves as a critical support to special populations, faculty and school leaders, providing guidance in the areas of IEP development, 504 plans, and compliance. This role collaborates closely with other school-based personnel to ensure the development and delivery of high-quality, individualized educational programs for students with diverse learning needs. By ensuring adherence to legal standards, and ensuring compliance with IDEA and Texas State Education Law & Regulations, Section 504 Law & Regulations, the ARD Facilitator helps advance the mission of KIPP Texas Public Schools- ensuring that every student has the tools and supportive environment necessary to thrive. The ARD Facilitator is responsible for developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans for students receiving special education and 504 services. This role supports the development of high-quality, inclusive instruction and ensures fidelity to both instructional best practices and legal requirements. In partnership with the Director of ARD Facilitation, the ARD Facilitator provides direct support to campuses and collaborates with campus teams to promote consistency and quality across the network. The ARD Facilitator builds capacity and fosters a strong culture of collaboration and accountability in service of students with diverse learning needs. ● Strategy | Support the strategic vision to ensure that KTX school and regional teams implement the Special Education Strategic Plan and provide comprehensive improvement of school performance using a collaborative approach to clear and specific performance targets aligned to the Special Education Strategic Plan and execute, monitor, edit strategic plans, annual goals and quarterly benchmarking for departmental improvement. ● Communication | Assists the Director of ARD Facilitation in ensuring KTX special populations teams are provided excellent communication, customer service and well-coordinated support. ● Legal Framework & Compliance | Possess experience and knowledge of IDEA and Texas State Education Law & Regulations, Section 504 Law & Regulations and understanding of the essential elements of compliance. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Compliance and Documentation ● Schedules, or assists in scheduling, Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and notifies parents of the ARD meeting, including distributing of ARD calendar to appropriate ARD Committee members in a timely fashion; ensures that Individual Transition Plan elements are completed in the applicable cases; notifies all appropriate school personnel of ARD meeting/ARD schedule changes ● Ensures that federal/state timelines are met with respect to functions of ARD Committee meetings: requests for additional assessments and required timelines set by ARD Committee ● Writes and monitors ARD paperwork and submits ARD paperwork by the compliance due date ● Completes required documentation and reports required by the special education department by due dates (e.g. transportation forms, extended service year (ESY) forms, October snapshot, etc) ● Completes appropriate ARD supplements and collects appropriate data (i.e., ESY regression, individual educational plan (IEP), behavior improvement plan (BIP, etc.) ● Follows beginning, middle, and end of year procedures and submits appropriate summer program student recommendations ● Ensure that IEPs, other special education documentation, and 504 plans are compliant with federal, state, and district regulations. ● Participate in IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other relevant meetings to discuss student progress Support and Communication ● Maintains systematic communication between special and general education personnel with respect to ARD meetings and decisions, IEPs, student accommodations, and instructional concerns and progress ● Maintains positive relationships with school staff, parents, and community members ● Provide coaching to school-based special education managers and other staff that support special populations students across all grade bands, including self-contained classrooms on MTSS, 504, and Special Education ● Provide support for special population compliance across the organization Data Analysis and Improvement ● Analyze school data including 504, and ARD compliance to inform school based support and assistance ● Maintains current state assessment rosters and submits referral sheets (additional testing, re-evaluation, etc.) including those for related services. Maintains communication between assessment personnel and related service providers ● Use data to develop goals and support the education needs of special populations students Stakeholder Engagement ● Cultivate the trust of all key stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and administrators, to support student success ● Maintain productive working relationships with other internal departments and lead troubleshooting efforts when issues arise with special populations ● Serve as the Special Populations team Liaison, ensuring effective communication and collaboration between teams Professional Development ● Support/provide monthly PD, newsletter input, communication, to provide ongoing coaching and guidance to the school-based staff ● Develop and deliver training on organization structures, processes, and procedures necessary to support effective compliance ● Collaborate with the Director of ARD Facilitation and school staff to resolve TEA complaints Other Duties Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Special Populations Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Required Education and Experience: ● Bachelor's degree required ● Special Education Certification ● Satisfactory outcome background check ● 3+ years experience teaching with a focus on special education services ● Knowledge of 504, and the 13 eligibility categories under IDEA COMPETENCY AND SKILLS: ● Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community ● Special Knowledge/Skills Understands the function of the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) ● Committee meeting and an understanding of special education law and procedures. ● Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities ● Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as an ARD Facilitator and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback ● Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students Physical Requirements: ● The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ● The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday. ● The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region. Additional Requirements: ● Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses ● Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. ● Work with frequent interruptions. Work Environment: ● Reports to school site Monday-Friday. ● Typical school environment with frequent interruptions. Travel Requirements: ● Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning or meetings. Additional Information What We Bring to the Table: ● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families. ● Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. ● Paid family leave. ● Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. ● Employee assistance programs. ● KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. EEO: KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description The Opportunity The Maintenance Technician is part of the Facilities Department, and is responsible for performing repairs, preventative maintenance, and improvement projects at one or more assigned facilities. The Maintenance Technician will work on various systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and grounds maintenance. The Maintenance Technician will work under the direction of an experienced Sr. Maintenance Technician and/or Campus Facilities Manager, and will have opportunities for on-the-job training and formal professional development. As a key member of the statewide Facilities team, the Facilities Technician will report to the Sr. Facilities Technician. This role furthers the mission of KIPP by providing a clean and safe learning environment for students and faculty. Key Responsibilities ● Manage and maintain all building systems: Burglar and fire alarms, elevators, HVAC, irrigation systems, and all other systems. ● Responsible for the campus buildings and grounds, including basic carpentry repairs, touch-up paint, pest control, lawn care, plumbing and basic electrical repairs. ● Execute work orders to high standards of quality and timeliness. ● Communicate with other school staff and departments to coordinate completion of work orders and setup for campus events. ● On call response during and after operating hours. ● Perform regular inspections and do whatever it takes to resolve potential problems before they escalate. ● Attend meetings, professional development meetings and training session “Continuous Learning” Qualifications Skills and Qualifications ● 1-3 years of facilities or maintenance related experience. ● Knowledge of building systems and the maintenance and repair thereof. ● Expertise in or technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical and/or plumbing systems highly preferred. ● Skill in maintaining positive relations with others. ● Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment. ● Verbal communication and interpersonal skills required to work with a broad group of stakeholders with different interests and needs. ● Basic computer skills required; experience in Microsoft Outlook and/or facilities work order software preferred. ● English fluency is required; Spanish is a plus . ● Reliable transportation required (may be required to drive to different facilities or to pick up supplies during the workday). ● Flexibility in work schedule. Additional Information Compensation and Benefits As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

About KIPP Texas Public Schools KIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network with more than 45 Pre-K - 12 schools across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. With over 30 years in Texas, we work together with our families and communities to prepare students for college, career, and beyond! Our schools provide a high-quality, well-rounded education built on academic success and personal growth, where all students learn and thrive in a productive, safe, and joyful way! As one of the earliest charter networks in Texas-founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018-we hire dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission-driven community that wants every child to "run to school," the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description The Opportunity To provide speech and language services and appropriate intervention services to eligible students under the direction of a licensed supervisor. To maintain speech and language special education records and documentation as directed by a licensed supervisor. Key Responsibilities Service Delivery Self-identify as Assistant SLP to families, students, patients, clients, staff, and others. This may be done verbally, in writing, and/or with titles on name badges. Exhibit compliance with The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations, reimbursement requirements, and Assistant SLP's responsibilities. Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP. Document student performance (e.g., tallying data for the SLP to use; preparing charts, records, and graphs) and report this information to the supervising SLP. Program and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices. Administrative Support Assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP. Assist with departmental operations (scheduling, recordkeeping, maintenance of supplies and any equipment). Prevention and Advocacy Advocate for individuals and families through community awareness, health literacy, education, and training programs to promote and facilitate access to full participation in communication, including the elimination of societal, cultural, and linguistic barriers. Support the supervising SLP in in-service trainings. Participate actively in professional organizations. Education/Certification: A bachelor's degree (or higher) with an emphasis in speech-language pathology or communication sciences and disorders Current Texas licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Skills: Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and fluency disorders Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills as well as emotional intelligence Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned Excellent written and verbal communication skills Use of evidence-based practices in intervention Desire to continue to learn and grow and consumer of current research Spanish-English bilingual speaker Experience providing therapy in Spanish to native Spanish-speaking students What We Bring to the Table: ● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families. ● Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. ● Paid family leave. ● Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. ● Employee assistance programs. ● KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. EEO: KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

*$2,000 Special Education Stipend available + Additional SPED Sign On Bonus of up to $5,000* KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families, working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunity. In our classrooms and across the KIPP TX Team and Family we embrace, honor and celebrate the uniqueness of each of our little and big KIPPsters. We are committed to attracting and developing individuals who are grounded in the experiences of our families, as we know we are at our best when center our students', families' and communities' realities. As a Teacher, you will deliver exceptional instruction and assess student growth. You are dedicated to constant learning and proactively provide academic and cultural support to your school and team. As a KIPP Texas Public Schools Teacher, your core responsibilities include: Instructional Delivery and Assessment: Provide modifications and accommodations as stated on the student's IEP. Write IEPs with appropriate data on student performance for all students on caseload. Facilitate ARD meetings for students on their caseloads. Seek out present levels of performance from general education teachers and related service providers. Instructionally plan and teach in deficit areas (reading, writing, math); provide optimal learning environment for students with special needs. Provide support to general education teachers with modifications and accommodations and ensure services are being provided in the classroom setting. Academic and Cultural Support: Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor. Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect. Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties. Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences. Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in parent meetings and conferences. Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines. Qualifications Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable* Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable Satisfactory outcome of a background check. Employees are responsible for a non-refundable fingerprinting fee (approximately $50.00). *A valid Texas Teacher's certificate is required for all Pre-K4 and Special Education teaching positions. Proof of licensure will be required prior to starting employment. For more information about obtaining certification click here. Competencies: Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community Strong record of helping students achieve academic success. Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students Additional Information Compensation & Benefits The starting salary for this role is specific to each region with the opportunity to earn more based on experience at an accredited K-12 institution. See full salary scale for Austin here. See full salary scale for Dallas here. See full salary scale for Houston here. See full salary scale for San Antonio here. As a full time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans, including: Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. Paid parental leave. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered. Employee assistance programs. Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). 457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported. KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. Additional Compensation Elements The Teacher Career Pathway (TCP) at KIPP Texas celebrates individual teacher impact with students, peers, and the school community, and rewards this impact with up to $15,000 in additional annual compensation. KIPP Texas Public Schools is a TEA Teacher Incentive Allotment approved district! Eligible and qualifying teachers can earn up to an additional $32,000 a year. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description The Manager of Special Education Compliance serves as a critical support to special populations, faculty and school leaders, providing guidance in the areas of IEP development, 504 plans, and compliance. This role collaborates closely with other school-based personnel to ensure the development and delivery of high-quality, individualized educational programs for students with diverse learning needs. By ensuring adherence to legal standards, and ensuring compliance with IDEA and Texas State Education Law & Regulations, Section 504 Law & Regulations, the ARD Facilitator helps advance the mission of KIPP Texas Public Schools, ensuring that every student has the tools and supportive environment necessary to thrive. The Manager of Special Education Compliance provides leadership, coaching, and oversight to ARD Facilitators to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant ARD processes and student-centered IEP development. This role partners closely with campus and regional teams to strengthen procedural fidelity, promote consistency in ARD practices, and support accurate documentation aligned with federal and state regulations. By building facilitator capacity, monitoring compliance indicators, and reinforcing strong collaboration across teams, the Manager of Special Education Compliance helps ensure that students with disabilities receive the services and support necessary to meet their individual needs and thrive within KIPP Texas Public Schools. General Role Description Strategy : Support the strategic vision to ensure that KTX school and regional teams implement the Special Education Strategic Plan and provide comprehensive improvement of school performance using a collaborative approach to clear and specific performance targets aligned to the Special Education Strategic Plan and execute, monitor, edit strategic plans, annual goals and quarterly benchmarking for departmental improvement. Communication: Assists the Director of ARD Facilitator in ensuring KTX special populations teams are provided excellent communication, customer service and well-coordinated support. Legal Framework & Compliance : Possess experience and knowledge of IDEA and Texas State Education Law & Regulations, Section 504 Law & Regulations and understanding of the essential elements of compliance. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Compliance and Documentation: Oversees and supports ARD Facilitators by ensuring that procedural elements are completed accurately and in alignment with legal requirements. Monitors federal and state compliance timelines, providing coaching and corrective guidance to ARD Facilitators to ensure all evaluation requests, ARD decisions, and required actions are completed within mandated windows. Reviews and provides actionable feedback on ARD documentation to ensure it meets the highest standards of accuracy, completeness, and best-practice implementation within all established departmental timelines. Ensures ARD Facilitators complete all required special education documentation, reports, and supplemental forms (such as transportation requests, ESY documentation, and state reporting requirements) by guiding them on expectations and monitoring progress toward completion. Supports ARD Facilitators in collecting, analyzing, and documenting required data for ARD supplements including, but not limited to, ESY regression/recoupment, BIPs, and specialized programming in the least restrictive environment. Guides ARD Facilitators through state-mandated compliance and operating procedures such as state reporting requirements Ensures that IEPs, ARD documents, and all associated paperwork meet federal, state, and district compliance standards through ongoing coaching, quality checks, and targeted professional development. Participates in ARD meetings, parent conferences, and other stakeholder meetings as needed to provide support, ensure compliance, and model high-quality facilitation and communication practices. 2. Support and Communication: Ensures clear, proactive, and consistent communication with families and school leaders regarding ARD decisions, IEP expectations, student accommodations, and instructional progress, supporting transparency and informed decision-making. Builds and sustains strong, professional relationships with families and school leaders to foster trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to achieving high-quality outcomes for students with disabilities. Provides targeted coaching and guidance to school leaders and special education managers on effective family engagement, ARD facilitation, and compliance expectations to strengthen leadership capacity and student support. Supports school leaders and families in navigating Special Populations compliance, ensuring policies and procedures are followed with fidelity while promoting equity, responsiveness, and student-centered practices. 3. Data Analysis and Improvement: Analyzes regional-level data, including 504 and ARD compliance metrics, to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for targeted support and continuous improvement. Maintains accurate and up-to-date assessment rosters, referral documentation, and related service data, ensuring seamless communication between assessment teams, ARD Facilitators, and service providers. Uses data to set clear performance goals, guide decision-making, and support the educational and compliance needs of Special Populations students across the network. Leverages data insights to drive system-wide improvements, monitor adherence to federal, state, and district compliance requirements, and strengthen consistent implementation of high-quality ARD and 504 practices. Ensures accurate state reporting related to IDEA funding and compliance performance, providing oversight and verification of data submissions to maintain accountability and secure appropriate resources for Special Populations programs. 4. Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate the trust of all key stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and administrators, to support student success. Maintain productive working relationships with other internal departments and lead troubleshooting efforts when issues arise with special populations. Serve as the Special Populations team Liaison, ensuring effective communication and collaboration between teams. 5. Professional Development: Support/provide monthly PD, newsletter input, communication, to provide ongoing coaching and guidance to the ARD Facilitator Cohorts. Facilitate training on organization structures, processes, and procedures necessary to support effective compliance. Collaborate with the Director of ARD Facilitation, ARD Facilitators, and school staff to resolve TEA complaints. 6. Other Duties: Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Special Populations Qualifications Education/Experience Bachelor's degree required Special Education Certification Satisfactory outcome background check 3+ years experience teaching with a focus on special education services Knowledge of 504, and the 13 eligibility categories under IDEA Additional Information Compensation & Benefits As a full time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, as well as life insurance and disability plans. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Democracy Prep Public Schools is committed to ensuring all scholars succeed in the college of their choice and lead a life of active citizenship. As a teacher, you will play a vital role in creating a classroom culture that reflects high expectations and high support, fostering academic and personal growth for every scholar. Who You Are Mission-Driven Educator: You are deeply committed to Democracy Prep's mission focusing on fostering college success and authentic civic engagement for scholars. Outstanding Classroom Teacher: You maintain consistently high behavioral and academic expectations, supporting scholars in meeting those expectations. Self-Reflective Professional: You are dedicated to aligning your classroom to our commitment to antiracism and contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Results-Driven Assessor: You use data analysis to drive instructional decisions and teacher accountability, ensuring positive outcomes for all students. Content Area Expert: You engage scholars with differentiated instruction and deliver high-quality curriculum by preparing rigorous and engaging lessons through thoughtful lesson planning. Educator with Experience Preferred: You hold a Bachelor's degree (required) and have at least 2 years of teaching experience in urban areas. State certification is preferred. Note: We request transcripts as part of our onboarding process. What You'll Do Ensure Classroom Culture: Create and maintain a classroom atmosphere characterized by high expectations and high support. Create an Inclusive Environment: Engage in training, reflection, and dialogue around issues of race, identity, diversity, equity, and inclusion for staff and scholars. Curriculum Implementation: Plan and prepare for the effective implementation of a coherent, research-based curriculum. Data-Driven Instruction: Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practice. Build Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through effective and frequent communication. Professional Growth: Continuously improve your practice through weekly coaching sessions, professional development, and collaborative, data-driven reflection with department and grade-level teams. Support Social-Emotional Well-Being: Cultivate the social-emotional growth of all scholars by building a positive classroom culture and leveraging strong partnerships with scholars, their families, and the scholar support team. Foster Active Citizenship: Engage students in age-appropriate conversations and activities about current events, participation in community service, and the celebration of culture, heritage, and identity. Whole-School Involvement: Participate in school-wide events and tasks, including transitions, family conferences, tutoring, and other activities as assigned by school leadership. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree (required). 2+ years of teaching experience, preferably in urban education (preferred). State certification (preferred). Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to create an inclusive and positive classroom culture that emphasizes high expectations for all scholars. Commitment to professional growth through coaching, reflection, and collaborative work with colleagues. Compensation Salary is competitive and commensurate with your experience. Democracy Prep employees are provided with a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, parental leave, a smartphone, and a laptop. Along with participating in the mandatory TRS, employees have the choice of enrolling in a pre-tax 403b or post-tax Roth with Democracy Prep. --- Democracy Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our mission is to educate responsible citizen-scholars who will change the world. We strongly believe that by building a DREAM team that represents numerous perspectives, backgrounds, and expertises, we can achieve this goal together. This is a value we highly support and strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description ***Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for current and potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.*** The College & Career Instructor is responsible for developing and teaching a college and career curriculum for high school juniors, which will support students in exploring and preparing for their post-secondary plan that helps them achieve their career of highest aspiration. In addition to teaching juniors, the College & Career Instructor is also responsible for building relationships and working with fellow teachers, school's leadership team, local partner organizations and college / universities to ensure our students engage in experiences that help them expand their knowledge, connect them to resources, and develop and strengthen the skills they need to successfully matriculate to and thrive in their post-secondary education and beyond. It is the ultimate goal of the KIPP Forward department, through guidance, exposure and education, to ensure that all graduates have the ability to maintain success in their academic, professional, and personal lives. This role is an ideal opportunity for a highly motivated, collaborative, results-driven and service minded leader with a passion for seeing others embrace their potential to live a fulfilling life. Duties and Essential Job Functions: ● Teach a Postsecondary and Career Readiness Course focusing on self-exploration, goal setting, test prep, and college and career research and planning Responsible for supporting KIPP juniors through rigorous and thoughtful lesson planning, lesson execution and classroom management Collect, analyze and respond to student college and career data and classroom exit tickets to revise lesson content and priorities Support students in registering for standardized tests and grounding them on the way Foster a supportive learning environment within the classroom Participate on the grade level leadership team Other duties as assigned by the School Leadership Team ● Postsecondary and Career Counseling, Access and Knowledge development Advise and coach all students, including students with unique circumstances , in a classroom setting Create access to postsecondary resources and exposure opportunities Write recommendations for students applying to scholarships, summer enrichment programs and eventually college Schedule one-on-one meetings to learn about the families' goals, needs and aspirations and introduce the Postsecondary Match and Career Exploration processes Provide family engagement workshops related to postsecondary access and match Support college and career programming including college visits (overnight or day), career site visits and speakers, college and career fairs, financial aid workshops, postsecondary and career readiness workshops to educate students and parents ● Collaborate with the KIPP Forward Team and other stakeholders to track and report data for support Postsecondary Access Maintain consistent communication on students' data progress with key stakeholders including: KIPP Foundation, KIPP Forward team, School and regional leadership, along with students and families Collaborate with High School Leadership team to provide rigorous test prep and progress monitor ACT/SAT growth throughout junior year Utilize various student management platforms to track, progress monitor and submit student data Progress monitor all KIPP Forward postsecondary access goals including, but not limited to, YouScience Career assessment, FAFSA4Caster, balanced wishlists, summer enrichment applications, college application essays, Letters of Recommendation collection, and student and family one-on- ones Attend, and actively participate in, all staff meetings, including weekly meetings with the Director of KIPP Postsecondary Match to discuss progress, prepare lessons, submit reports, etc. Develop positive, appropriate relationships with fellow KIPP Texas staff members and teachers, viewing each other as teammates and professional colleagues Responsibilities associated with this position may shift, expand and grow based on the regional needs of the organization Qualifications Required Education and Experience: ● Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution Preferred Education and Experience: ● Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution ● At least 2 years prior experience teaching high school students ● Experience working with high school students and their families in the college counseling field, strongly preferred Preferred Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training: ● Professional development course on college and career readiness and success, is essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: ● Resilience, strong work ethic and outcomes oriented-demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities under stress and follow through, despite sometimes tight or back to back deadlines ● Previous experience in using data to drive decision making strongly ● Comfort with working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment ● Strong interpersonal skills; Ability to work with a wide-range of people including teachers, parents, students, alumni, corporate partners, vendors and admissions personnel ● Ability to project plan, organize, and prioritize, with a collaborative spirit ● Fast learner with the ability to inquire and be open to feedback ● Proven written and verbal communication skills ● Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required Physical Requirements: • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a cell phone, copy machine and computer printer. • Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. • Communicating with others to exchange information. • Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 20 pounds occasionally. Work Environment: ● Able to meet school schedule (i.e. 7:30am-4/5pm - depending on Professional Development days) ● Able to work evenings, holidays and weekends as necessary Travel Requirements: ● Able to travel to other KIPP campuses for Professional Development, and chaperon students to college/university campuses and career site visits ● Able to travel for home visits with alumni and families as necessary Additional Information Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans starting as low as $25/month. Note: Some positions might be temporary and only available for the 2025-2026 school year. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description * Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.* Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families, working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunity. In our classrooms and across the KIPP TX Team and Family we embrace, honor and celebrate the uniqueness of each of our little and big KIPPsters. We are committed to attracting and developing individuals who are grounded in the experiences of our families, as we know we are at our best when center our students', families' and communities' realities. As a KIPP Texas Public Schools Special Education Instructional Aide, your core responsibilities include: * Work with students in instructional and classroom activities at the direction of the special education and/or general education teacher * Assist with direct academic, functional and/or specifically designed instructional or physical activities * Tutor individual students and help them prepare assignments or explain material they do not understand * Supervise and accompany special education students to the office, bus, classroom, cafeteria, etc. * Communicate regularly with classroom teacher and parents regarding student's needs and progress * Some positions may require the employee to be able to stay with excessively disruptive or aggressive students during which time the employee may need to restrain, hold, lift, apply physical management techniques, and crisis intervention techniques for the student * Provide clerical support to teachers which may include, but is not limited to, creating photocopies, preparing materials, etc. * Perform other duties as assigned * The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), that LEAs continue to ensure that instructional aides performing instructional duties on a Title I, Part A School-wide served campus, or those that have at least part of their salary paid for by Title I, Part A on a Targeted Assistance campus, meet the Instructional Aides Highly Qualified requirements. Highly Qualified Instructional Aide must have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and meet one of the following requirements: * Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (defined as completion of 48 semester hours or equivalent trimester hours) of college coursework or an applicable number of semester hours as defined by the institution of higher education attended, whichever is less. * Possess an associate's (or higher) degree; or * Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment- * Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or * Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. * Satisfactory outcome of a background check. Employees are responsible for a non-refundable fingerprinting fee (approximately $50.00). * Prior experience working in inclusion, life skills and/or behavioral support setting (preferred) * Experience working with students or parents as approved by the employing superintendent * Physical and emotional endurance to deal with challenging students; maintain emotional control under stress * Ability to work with students with physical, emotional, and/or intellectual disabilities * Ability to engage in restraints such as hug containment, elbow to hip containment, and two-person containment with middle school students on a regular basis * Ability to lift and position students with physical disabilities or assist students with personal hygiene routines such as toileting, hand washing, feeding, etc. * Knowledge of classroom management and child development techniques and principles * Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and procedures * Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus Competencies: * Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community * Strong record of helping students achieve academic success * Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year * Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback * Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students Compensation and Benefits As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 59 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 34,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more just world. Founded in Houston in 1994, and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in our classrooms, in our offices, and in the communities we serve is unwavering. We are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join our Team and Family and champion equity, chase excellence, persist with purpose, bring joy, and help us rise together. KIPP Texas is part of the national KIPP network of 255 college-preparatory public charter schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Nationwide, KIPP students complete four-year college at a rate of 36 percent, comparable to the national average for all students and approximately three times higher than the average of students from low-income communities. You can see all our job opportunities at ************************************* Job Description The Opportunity The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating students in grades K-12 with speech (including articulation, phonological, voice, resonance, and fluency disorders), language, and social communication disorders. He/she also serves as a campus consultant for staff, teachers, and parents on issues related to speech and language development. The SLP is responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records for students receiving speech therapy. This position furthers the mission of KIPP Texas as it helps ensure that all students with communication disorders receive the specialized interventions they need to make meaningful progress and lead a life of choice. Key Responsibilities Evaluate students with speech impairments a. Observe students who are having speech difficulties as noticed by parents or teachers who suspect an impairment b. Assess and evaluate students to determine if a speech impairment is present and to determine eligibility for services c. Recommend in-classroom interventions prior to therapy referral d. Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee meetings to interpret assessments and to discuss appropriate placement and goal setting for student identified as having speech or language impairments e. Participate in KIPP Houston's All Children Will Learn (ACWL) committee meetings to discuss interventions and pre-referral recommendations Provide therapy to students that are identified as speech impaired a. Meet with students on a regular basis to ensure services are provided as indicated in the ARD document ; Closely follow therapy schedule and provide make-up sessions when necessary b. Provide therapy in the areas of language, articulation, fluency, and voice disorders c. Implement Best Practices related to therapy techniques d. Complete clinical records and paperwork associated with speech services e. Provide students with Speech report cards each quarter to track progress Evaluate the effectiveness of speech therapy a. Assist teachers and parents in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of speech therapy throughout the year b. Anticipate areas where there is a need for more development or improvement c. Meet with the ARD committee to discuss progress, interpret test results, and/or modify students' IEPs d. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of each student Provide informative workshops for educators, school leaders and faculty members a. Work with members of the Special Education Team in S 3 to provide at least one workshop per year at each KIPP Houston campus; Address issues such as developmental and educational norms for speech and in-classroom interventions b. Provide educators and parents with resources related to speech and language c. Assist school personnel in the identification and understanding of students with communication deficits Attend and participate in monthly Special Education meetings with the Director of Special Populations Qualifications Education and Knowledge: * Valid licensure through Texas Department of Licensure & Regulation as a Speech Language Pathologist * Valid Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology * Previous experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in a school setting Skills: * Experience collaborating with teammates * Experience using a variety of assessments to diagnose communication disorders * Excellent interpersonal skills * Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative * Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details * Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making * Ability to synthesize knowledge and present it to stakeholders in a comprehensive manner * Independent, self-starter with a strong focus on student development * Proven written and verbal communication skills * Strong organizational and planning skills * Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children * Responsiveness; Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and staff members is essential * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) * Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines * Reliable transportation Additional Information Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans starting as low as $25/month. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network with more than 45 Pre-K - 12 schools across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. With over 30 years in Texas, we work together with our families and communities to prepare students for college, career, and beyond! Our schools provide a high-quality, well-rounded education built on academic success and personal growth, where all students learn and thrive in a productive, safe, and joyful way! As one of the earliest charter networks in Texas-founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018-we hire dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission-driven community that wants every child to "run to school," the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. ***Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for current and potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.*** JOB DESCRIPTION: About The Role: Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families, working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunity. In our classrooms and across the KIPP family we embrace, honor and celebrate our differences across several characteristics that construct our unique identities in our little and big KIPPsters. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students because we believe the best work we do is grounded in the realities and experiences of our families and KIPPsters. The Multilingual Education Specialist plays a central role to support the school in fulfilling the KIPP Texas' mission by directly impacting the academic and linguistic success of all Multilingual Learners. The Multilingual Education Specialist is a campus leader who supports the administration of the multilingual program, leading both instructional coaching on sheltered instruction pedagogy and monitoring compliance for all EBs on their campus. The Multilingual Education Specialist leads professional development of teachers regarding English Language Development (ELD), linguistic accommodations, and instructional practices for emergent bilingual students The Multilingual Education Specialist also provides ESL instruction with small groups of newcomer/beginner students for 1-2 class periods per day. The Multilingual Education Specialist also is responsible for communicating with parents of emergent bilingual students and planning Title III parent, family, and community events. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Sheltered Instruction Coach ● Use campus data to identify and prioritize courses and teachers to improve EB academic achievement ● Lead ML professional learning for teachers and school staff. This will come in the form of sheltered instruction coaching cycles, leading content team meetings, lesson internalizations, data meetings, and campus-wide professional development. ● Monitor progress of teachers' use of content-based language instruction strategies. ● Highlight best linguistic practices across grade levels. ● Enhance ML program hiring practices and support ESL paraprofessionals and Bilingual/ESL teacher retention Multilingual Case Manager ● Responsible for completing BOY, MOY, and EOY LPACs and related activities on time with fidelity and validity. ● Responsible for the planning and campus-wide execution of TELPAS and TELPAS ALT. ● Build strong relationships with all emergent bilingual (EB) students across the campus. ● Teach 1-2 English Language Development and Acquisition (ELDA) courses to newcomers, beginners, and intermediates. ● Monitor usage and growth on Summit K12 for all EBs on campus. ● Facilitate specific EB Title III events with parents, families and the community to foster welcoming school culture. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Required Education and Experience: ● Bachelor's degree (required) with required ● At least two years teaching Multilingual Learners (Content or Pull-Out ESL and/or Bilingual Program) ● At least two years of experience as an LPAC member ● Specialized training in Second Language Acquisition (Sheltered Instruction, SIOP, Biliteracy, Content-Based Language Instruction) ● Strong record of advancing multilingual students' content and language skills ● Texas teacher license with an ESL or Bilingual Education endorsement Primary Schools - Texas teacher license with Bilingual Education endorsement or Secondary Schools - Texas teacher license with an English as a Second Language endorsement ● For more information about obtaining certification click HERE COMPETENCY AND SKILLS: ● Unwavering commitment to the KIPP Texas mission, core values and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students, families, and staff ● Strong project and time management skills; ability to effectively backwards plan, juggle multiple priorities with great attention to detail, and deliver consistent and timely results ● Experience with managing and entering data ● Sense of humility, customer service mindset, and shows urgency and the ability to proactively solve problems and make decisions quickly ● Ability to establish relationships and communicate effectively with Physical Requirements: ● The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ● The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday. ● The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region. Additional Requirements: ● Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses ● Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. ● Work with frequent interruptions. Work Environment: ● Reports to school site Monday-Friday. ● Typical school environment with frequent interruptions. Travel Requirements: ● Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning or meetings. Additional Information What We Bring to the Table: ● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families. ● Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. ● Paid family leave. ● Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. ● Employee assistance programs. ● KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. EEO: KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

***Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.*** About KIPP Texas Public Schools KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE KIPP Texas is hiring for School Leaders in all four regional locations, you will be asked for your preference as part of the application process: Austin, TX Dallas, TX Houston, TX San Antonio, TX School Leaders play a critical role in advancing KIPP Texas mission to create joyful, academically excellent schools. As a school leader you will set vision and direction in partnership with staff, students, and families to drive towards school improvement initiatives and KIPP Texas overall goals for healthy schools. You will manage, coach, and develop instructional, operational, and support staff to ensure all students have access to a positive learning community focused on preparing them with the skills to pursue the paths they choose - with a particular focus on building a college-going culture. In collaboration with regional leadership and state-wide departments you will leverage systems, supports, and processes to ensure that student enrollment, school operations, finances, and talent are sound. This is an ideal opportunity for a dynamic and visionary organizational leader with significant experience leading schools (particularly in transformation settings) to improve and become a premier campus marked by academic excellence and joy. As a School Leader you will internalize and drive towards academic and culture-related goals in pursuit of supporting KIPP Texas Public Schools in meeting organizational goals; 100% of KTX School achieve an A or B rating - TBD 95% of K-2 students reading on grade level DIBELS KTX earn 90/75/40 on Reading STAAR KTX earn 90/75/40 on Math STAAR 60% of seniors graduate having scored a 3+ on at least a AP/IB exam 40% of 11th grade students score 21+ on the ACT 80% of student matriculate to a 4-year college 97% Average Daily Attendance 100% BOY Enrollment by Day 10 80% of Staff Retained ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Lead a team to successfully build a school of academic excellence and joy Set ambitious school-wide vision and goals, aligned to state wide targets, that will lead to school improvement and put students on a path to and through college. Create and execute school-wide plans to prioritize time and resources to achieve annual goals. Champion KIPP TX core values and build a community of team and family members dedicated to achievement and collaborative spaces of opportunity. Lead, coach, and develop a school leadership team of Assistant Principals of Instructions, Assistant Principal of Operations, and other leadership staff. Hire, supervise, coach, and retain instructional, and support staff at all levels across the schools. Partner with state-wide departments to implement financial, operations, and talent systems and processes. Cultivate a high-potential school leadership pipeline. Act as the School's Instructional Leader Partner with KIPP TX's Academic department and Head of Schools to translate KIPP TX's academic strategy to drive towards school improvement and student academic success. Develop staff's capacity to internalize high quality instructional materials, including grade level standards, curriculum, assessments, and lessons. Champion emerging bilinguals, students with IEPs and 504s to receive exceptional services and supports, in compliance with state and federal regulations. Cultivate staff to effectively deliver daily learning to drive student mastery. Develop and deliver systems and processes to monitor student learning and teacher development. Support staff to regularly collect and analyze student learning data in order to adjust instruction. Observe and coach campus-based instructional leaders (Assistant Principals of Instruction, Grade level chairs, department chairs, etc) to ensure they are providing high-impact feedback to teachers. Create and leverage mechanisms for teacher collaboration within and across grade levels and departments. Lead whole-school professional learning to drive improvements in teacher practice. Continuously engage in learning related to content, pedagogy, and instructional methods. Foster a Joyful School Culture Partner with your Assistant Principal of Operations and the state-wide school operations department to design and implement a plan to cultivate, register, enroll, and onboard New to KIPP families. Provide a college-going, joyful environment where students experience connection and rigorous learning. Maintain student enrollment to meet and exceed student enrollment targets. Establish and implement school-wide systems to support strong daily attendance and partner with students, staff, and families to support and mitigate situations related to chronic absenteeism. Leverage school-wide systems to develop a positive learning culture and establish strong rapport between staff and students and students and students. Partner with students, teachers, administrators, and families to address breeches to school culture. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in education or related field from an accredited college or university preferred Texas Principal certification preferred 3-5 years experience as a principal leading schools serving a similar student population to KIPP Texas; experience leading school improvement( preferred). At least 2 years Assistant Principal or equivalent school-level leadership experience with a record of results of leading students to significant academic growth (required) 2 years of teaching experience (required) Demonstrated success leading teams to accelerate progress for students in transformation settings. COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS Demonstrated leadership with the ability to lead people and get results through work with others. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong prioritization, organization and follow-up skills. Demonstration of effective teaching and learning practices Excellent interpersonal, human relations, and stress and conflict management skills Excellent planning, goal setting, coordinating, problem analysis and decision-making skills Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation Enthusiasm to engage parents and community Additional Information What We Bring to the Table The starting point for the salary range for this position is $92,250 and is commensurate upon experience and internal-equity. Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. Paid family leave. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered. Employee assistance programs. Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). 457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported. KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Considerable time spent at a desk using a computer/laptop. Attending conferences or training sessions. Work Environment Reports to school site Monday-Friday. Typical school environment with frequent interruptions. Travel Requirements Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional office for professional learning or meetings.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 59 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 34,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more just world. Founded in Houston in 1994, and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in our classrooms, in our offices, and in the communities we serve is unwavering. We are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join our Team and Family and champion equity, chase excellence, persist with purpose, bring joy, and help us rise together. KIPP Texas is part of the national KIPP network of 255 college-preparatory public charter schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Nationwide, KIPP students complete four-year college at a rate of 36 percent, comparable to the national average for all students and approximately three times higher than the average of students from low-income communities. Job Description ***Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for current and potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.*** Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families, working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunity. In our classrooms and across the KIPP family we embrace, honor and celebrate our differences across several characteristics that construct our unique identities in our little and big KIPPsters. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students because we believe the best work we do is grounded in the realities and experiences of our families and KIPPsters. You are dedicated to constant learning and proactively provide academic and cultural support to your school and team. As a KIPP Texas Public Schools ARD Facilitator, your core responsibilities include: Schedules, or assists in scheduling, Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and notifies parents of the ARD meeting, including distributing of ARD calendar to appropriate ARD Committee members in a timely fashion; ensures that Individual Transition Plan elements are completed in the applicable cases; notifies all appropriate school personnel of ARD meeting/ARD schedule changes. Ensures that federal/state timelines are met with respect to functions of ARD Committee meetings: requests for additional assessments and required timelines set by ARD Committee. Writes and monitors ARD paperwork and submits ARD paperwork by the compliance due date. Completes required documentation and reports required by the special education department by due dates (e.g. transportation forms, extended service year (ESY) forms, October snapshot, etc). Maintains current state assessment rosters and submits referral sheet (additional testing, re-evaluation, etc.) including those for related services. Maintains communication between assessment personnel and related service providers. Maintains systematic communication between special and general education personnel with respect to ARD meetings and decisions, IEPs, student accommodations, and instructional concerns and progress. Completes appropriate ARD supplements and collects appropriate data (i.e., ESY regression, individual educational plan (IEP), behavior improvement plan (BIP, etc.). Follows beginning, middle, and end of year procedures and submits appropriate summer program student recommendations. Assists campus administrators in maintaining compliance with all federal, state and local policy as it applies to students with disabilities. Maintains thorough documentation regarding any significant concerns with ARD committee procedures. Attends special education department staff meetings and relevant staff development. Maintains positive relationships with school staff, parents, and community members. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university Special Education certification. Three years teaching experience including experience teaching students with disabilities Satisfactory outcome of a background check. Employees are responsible for a non-refundable fingerprinting fee (approximately $50.00). Competencies: Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community Special Knowledge/Skills Understands the function of the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meeting and an understanding of special education law and procedures. Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as an ARD Facilitator and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students Additional Information Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Maintain emotional control Prolonged sitting, standing and walking Work with frequent interruptions Moderate lifting and carrying Prolonged use of computer Additional Information Compensation and Benefits As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans. KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

***Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas.*** About KIPP Texas Public Schools School Leader Manager is responsible for the overall quality of school programming and maintains a laser-focus on continually increasing the number of students who thrive in and graduate from the college of their choice. They pursue this work through excellent management and development of a cohort of school leaders, and collaboration cross-organizationally with other development, operations, technology, talent, curriculum, and finance leaders. The DHOS reports to the Head of Schools and serves as an integral member of the Regional KIPP Texas academic leadership team, which is responsible for driving the overall direction and strategy for the region. This is an ideal opportunity for a dynamic and visionary organizational leader with significant team leadership and school improvement experience to play a critical role in expanding and shaping a premier K-12 charter management organization committed to supporting students to graduate college and succeed in school and life. Job Description Key Responsibilities and Duties Lead KIPP TX's School Leaders Manage, supervise, and evaluate a cohort of PK3-12 school leaders to drive towards school improvement initiatives and regional results. Champion KIPP TX core values and build a community of team and family members dedicated to achievement, inclusion and belongingness. Collaborate with the Regional Superintendent and Talent Team to hire school leaders and assistant principals. Cultivate school leaders leadership competencies in academics, school culture, people management and team leadership talent through leveraging coaching and professional learning opportunities. Nurture a healthy school leadership pipeline and engage in regional and organization succession planning efforts. Build Academically Excellent and Joyful Schools Support school leaders to internalize and implement KIPP TX's academic and school culture strategy within and across school campuses. Facilitate annual planning processes, including master schedule development, with a cohort of school leaders in alignment with regional and state-wide goals. Organize and implement mechanisms to monitor progress towards short and long term goals and initiatives. Develop a deep understanding of KIPP TX's high - quality instructional materials and facilitate school leaders capacity for strong implementation at their respective school campuses. Examine student learning and culture data within and across schools to identify school and cohort priorities. Collaborate with regional leadership and the state-wide academics and operations departments to implement initiatives aligned to school, cohort, and state-wide priorities. Champion emerging bilinguals, students with IEPs and 504s to receive exceptional services and supports, in compliance with state and federal regulations. Supports the development of strong school operational systems and processes with a focus on data collection, scheduling, and Special Education programs and services. Serve as member of Regional Leadership Team Participates in KIPP Texas regional leadership team to oversees implementation of short and long-term strategy to reach regional and state-wide goals. Partners with regional leadership to identify region-wide gaps to goals and responds with aligned interventions. Works with the School Support Partners team to ensure that all of the operations, technology, talent, and financial needs of the schools are met. Liaises with external stakeholders, community agencies, donors, and other third-party constituencies. Qualifications Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in education or related field from an accredited college or university highly preferred 3 years of teaching experience with a record of results of leading students to significant academic growth. 5-10 years experience as a school leader leading schools serving a similar student population to KIPP Texas; experience leading school improvement preferred. 3-5 years experience managing school leaders, particularly in school transformation settings. Demonstrated success leading teams to accelerate progress for students in transformation settings. Skills Demonstrated leadership with the ability to lead people and get results through work with others. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong prioritization, organization and follow-up skills. Demonstration of effective teaching and learning practices Excellent interpersonal, human relations, and stress and conflict management skills Excellent planning, goal setting, coordinating, problem analysis and decision-making skills Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation Enthusiasm to engage parents and community Additional Information What We Bring to the Table The starting point for the salary range for this position is commensurate upon experience and internal-equity. Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. Paid family leave. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered. Employee assistance programs. Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). 457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported. KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Considerable time spent at a desk using a computer/laptop. Attending conferences or training sessions. Work Environment Reports to school site Monday-Friday. Typical school environment with frequent interruptions. Travel Requirements Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional office for professional learning or meetings.

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to 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 build a more fair world. Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you! KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Job Description The Director of ARD Facilitators is responsible for leading, coaching, and developing a team of ARD Facilitators to ensure high-quality ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) processes across KIPP Texas. This leader will build systems of training and ongoing coaching to drive compliance to 100% and strengthen IEP quality to support improved student outcomes. The Director ensures that ARD meetings are legally compliant, student-centered, and aligned with best practices for inclusive education. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Coaching Provide direct supervision and coaching to ARD Facilitators across regions to ensure consistency, compliance, and quality. Develop and implement professional learning and capacity-building structures for ARD Facilitators to improve facilitation skills, compliance knowledge, and instructional alignment. Model and coach best practices for managing complex ARD meetings, including those involving disputes or high-stakes decision-making. Compliance & Quality Assurance Monitor ARD processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations, including timelines, properly constituted ARDs, and documentation requirements. Establish systems to audit and track ARD compliance data, providing ongoing feedback and corrective action plans where needed. Partner with the Compliance and Assessment teams to align ARD practices with Child Find, evaluation timelines, and IEP development standards. Capacity Building & Collaboration Lead training and calibration sessions to ensure ARD Facilitators maintain deep knowledge of FAPE, LRE, accommodations, modifications, graduation planning, BIPs, and transition planning. Collaborate with School Leaders, Special Education staff, and General Education teams to ensure ARD decisions are grounded in instructional quality and student outcomes. Provide targeted support to campuses with high compliance risk or low-quality IEPs, including direct coaching, modeling, and corrective action planning. Data & Continuous Improvement Analyze ARD compliance and IEP quality data to identify trends and guide strategic improvement efforts. Develop and report progress-monitoring systems to ensure compliance and quality goals are met or exceeded. Contribute to the development of tools, resources, and systems that standardize ARD processes statewide. Qualifications Key Competencies Deep knowledge of IDEA, state special education regulations, and ARD compliance requirements. Strong facilitation, coaching, and adult learning skills. Proven ability to manage high-stakes meetings with professionalism and equity-centered decision-making. Systems-thinking with the ability to design scalable training and monitoring processes. Exceptional collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills. Additional Information KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Compensation & Benefits As a full time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, as well as life insurance and disability plans.