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Overview
This is a pending placement role. Which means that a campus placement will be assigned upon hire. Placement could be at any one of our 6 campuses. About the Dean of Culture Role
As a Dean of Culture, your primary role is to build systems and structures that create the conditions and campus community to drive exceptional student experience and academic outcomes that equip all students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose — college, career, and beyond. Deans of Culture support and manage proactive, positive systems that create joyful, rigorous, identity-affirming schools (for example, whole school Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports) and coordinate responsive systems aligned with our values. They partner with the School Principal and Assistant Principal of Culture to lead behavior and culture, and they cultivate a participatory, achievement-focused, and outcomes-driven school culture that honors the multi-faceted identities of our students. They lead and build capacity of teachers and teacher leaders to implement and develop excellent classroom communities, with focus on learning, continuous improvement, and high expectations, including restorative practices. The Dean of Culture partners with Deans of Instruction, the Principal, and the leadership team to develop teacher skills in classroom management and to implement school-wide expectations. They create and oversee co-curricular activities that bridge culture, community, and academics and foster caregiver and community engagement. This is a full-time administrative exempt position reporting to the Assistant Principal of Culture (APC). About KIPP
Together with families and communities, KIPP creates 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. KIPP is a national network of tuition-free, public charter schools open to all students. There are 255 college-preparatory KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 100,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students. Who we are
KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college-preparatory public charter schools open to all students. Our 350-person staff educates 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. At KIPP Colorado, we partner with our KIPPsters, educators, families and communities to ensure that we are all united around the goal of a choice-filled future for our KIPPsters. Our KIPP Forward Team supports our 1,000+ high school Alumni as they create their own paths. Our core values of excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy and courage are central to who we are and how we operate at all levels of our organization. What we do
We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student. We believe in setting a high bar for joy and academic excellence to ensure the infinite possibilities our students have before them become a reality. We aspire to create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student's needs, skills, and interests. Role Responsibilities and More About How You’ll Spend Your Time in this Role
Professional Responsibilities Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn Assume personal responsibility for student achievement Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning (regardless of my role and its proximity to students) Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions (meet 1-2 times every 1 or 2 weeks with a manager, receive coaching, implement all provided feedback, engage in active practice, etc.) Commit to being prepared. Such as: internalizing and preparing for lessons, preparing for O3s/coaching, preparing for meetings, coaching, PD, reading and internalizing written communication, etc. Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including Google Suite and Microsoft Suite Maintain strong attendance and be on time to all responsibilities Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and org-wide professional development Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership Assist with recruitment and engagement activities Travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses, Home Office, or PD events as needed Assist with other duties as assigned (lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, etc.) Campus Community and Culture Leadership Partner with the APO to support processes and protocols for enhancing school culture Work with APC to modify rituals, systems and practices for the overall betterment of the school Manage, evaluate, develop, and coach Restorative Practices Coordinators or Behavior Specialists / Interventions Oversee Grade Level Chairs and support alignment, MTSS, data analysis, and meetings Ensure accountable implementation of school-wide systems (PBIS, MTSS, classroom behavior) Evaluate whole school performance data to improve school-wide cultural practices, with attention to Multilingual Learners and Students with Disabilities Partner with AP of Instruction, AP of Culture, and Deans of Instruction to ensure consistent implementation of whole-school systems Uphold campus expectations and coach Grade Level Chairs’ implementation of culture plans Develop teachers’ capacity in classroom management and student culture Support teachers with student accountability and discipline matters Co-manage and co-lead summer orientation sessions Manage responses to parent concerns about behavior and culture School Operations Manage academic and cultural programming in all designated grade levels Coordinate logistics for end-of-year trips and team/family trips Co-manage Summer School (if applicable) Co-plan and lead Data Days Co-manage Detention with Leadership Team Co-manage duties (arrival, dismissal, lunch) with Leadership Team Co-lead Saturday School with Leadership Team (if applicable) Family Engagement Work with Family Engagement Coordinator to educate and build relationships with families and students Oversee family classes and participate in parent meetings Attend all parent/family engagement meetings Student Identity Development & Culturally Responsive Teaching Collaborate to create professional development on culturally sustaining and culturally responsive teaching Plan events to celebrate diversity Ensure visual culture reflects priorities and student identities Student Culture Coach teachers in strong behavior and culture practices to support rigorous instruction Support student leaders to recognize excellence Develop school-wide culture systems with staff Lead culture walkthroughs with leadership team Student Leadership Development Develop student voice and leadership plans with APC Provide opportunities for student leadership and voice Coordinate non-academic activities and partnerships for growth opportunities Restorative Practices Ensure effective delivery and fidelity of restorative practices Coach campus staff in restorative practices Student Discipline Policies and Practices Oversee meetings addressing behavioral concerns and incidents Oversee threat assessments and safety plans Oversee Title IX incidents and ISS/OSS data Advisory Coordination Support advisory instruction with grade level chairs Develop advisory scope and sequence Collaborate to create advisory curriculum and resources Supporting All Learners Coordinate with Special Services for BIPs, IEPs, 504s, and safety plans Support MTSS implementation with fidelity checks Role Level Specifics Refer to the Role Levels Matrix for scope and leadership expectations (internal document) About a Successful Candidate — Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's degree (required) Spanish bilingual (preferred) At least 2 years of relevant experience in school culture management (required) At least 2 years of K-12 teaching experience with a track record serving underserved students (required) Past experience leading adults in a school environment (preferred) A full understanding and commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience Outstanding organizational and communication skills Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities Proactive problem solver with teamwork Strong work ethic and passion for the work Compensation and Benefits We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including starting salary at $73,440 and commensurate with experience, excellent healthcare, generous time off, and additional benefits described in our benefits FAQ. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. KIPP Colorado Schools provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin, or any other basis protected by law. This policy supports a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias.
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This is a pending placement role. Which means that a campus placement will be assigned upon hire. Placement could be at any one of our 6 campuses. About the Dean of Culture Role
As a Dean of Culture, your primary role is to build systems and structures that create the conditions and campus community to drive exceptional student experience and academic outcomes that equip all students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose — college, career, and beyond. Deans of Culture support and manage proactive, positive systems that create joyful, rigorous, identity-affirming schools (for example, whole school Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports) and coordinate responsive systems aligned with our values. They partner with the School Principal and Assistant Principal of Culture to lead behavior and culture, and they cultivate a participatory, achievement-focused, and outcomes-driven school culture that honors the multi-faceted identities of our students. They lead and build capacity of teachers and teacher leaders to implement and develop excellent classroom communities, with focus on learning, continuous improvement, and high expectations, including restorative practices. The Dean of Culture partners with Deans of Instruction, the Principal, and the leadership team to develop teacher skills in classroom management and to implement school-wide expectations. They create and oversee co-curricular activities that bridge culture, community, and academics and foster caregiver and community engagement. This is a full-time administrative exempt position reporting to the Assistant Principal of Culture (APC). About KIPP
Together with families and communities, KIPP creates 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. KIPP is a national network of tuition-free, public charter schools open to all students. There are 255 college-preparatory KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 100,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students. Who we are
KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college-preparatory public charter schools open to all students. Our 350-person staff educates 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. At KIPP Colorado, we partner with our KIPPsters, educators, families and communities to ensure that we are all united around the goal of a choice-filled future for our KIPPsters. Our KIPP Forward Team supports our 1,000+ high school Alumni as they create their own paths. Our core values of excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy and courage are central to who we are and how we operate at all levels of our organization. What we do
We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student. We believe in setting a high bar for joy and academic excellence to ensure the infinite possibilities our students have before them become a reality. We aspire to create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student's needs, skills, and interests. Role Responsibilities and More About How You’ll Spend Your Time in this Role
Professional Responsibilities Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn Assume personal responsibility for student achievement Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning (regardless of my role and its proximity to students) Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions (meet 1-2 times every 1 or 2 weeks with a manager, receive coaching, implement all provided feedback, engage in active practice, etc.) Commit to being prepared. Such as: internalizing and preparing for lessons, preparing for O3s/coaching, preparing for meetings, coaching, PD, reading and internalizing written communication, etc. Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including Google Suite and Microsoft Suite Maintain strong attendance and be on time to all responsibilities Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and org-wide professional development Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership Assist with recruitment and engagement activities Travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses, Home Office, or PD events as needed Assist with other duties as assigned (lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, etc.) Campus Community and Culture Leadership Partner with the APO to support processes and protocols for enhancing school culture Work with APC to modify rituals, systems and practices for the overall betterment of the school Manage, evaluate, develop, and coach Restorative Practices Coordinators or Behavior Specialists / Interventions Oversee Grade Level Chairs and support alignment, MTSS, data analysis, and meetings Ensure accountable implementation of school-wide systems (PBIS, MTSS, classroom behavior) Evaluate whole school performance data to improve school-wide cultural practices, with attention to Multilingual Learners and Students with Disabilities Partner with AP of Instruction, AP of Culture, and Deans of Instruction to ensure consistent implementation of whole-school systems Uphold campus expectations and coach Grade Level Chairs’ implementation of culture plans Develop teachers’ capacity in classroom management and student culture Support teachers with student accountability and discipline matters Co-manage and co-lead summer orientation sessions Manage responses to parent concerns about behavior and culture School Operations Manage academic and cultural programming in all designated grade levels Coordinate logistics for end-of-year trips and team/family trips Co-manage Summer School (if applicable) Co-plan and lead Data Days Co-manage Detention with Leadership Team Co-manage duties (arrival, dismissal, lunch) with Leadership Team Co-lead Saturday School with Leadership Team (if applicable) Family Engagement Work with Family Engagement Coordinator to educate and build relationships with families and students Oversee family classes and participate in parent meetings Attend all parent/family engagement meetings Student Identity Development & Culturally Responsive Teaching Collaborate to create professional development on culturally sustaining and culturally responsive teaching Plan events to celebrate diversity Ensure visual culture reflects priorities and student identities Student Culture Coach teachers in strong behavior and culture practices to support rigorous instruction Support student leaders to recognize excellence Develop school-wide culture systems with staff Lead culture walkthroughs with leadership team Student Leadership Development Develop student voice and leadership plans with APC Provide opportunities for student leadership and voice Coordinate non-academic activities and partnerships for growth opportunities Restorative Practices Ensure effective delivery and fidelity of restorative practices Coach campus staff in restorative practices Student Discipline Policies and Practices Oversee meetings addressing behavioral concerns and incidents Oversee threat assessments and safety plans Oversee Title IX incidents and ISS/OSS data Advisory Coordination Support advisory instruction with grade level chairs Develop advisory scope and sequence Collaborate to create advisory curriculum and resources Supporting All Learners Coordinate with Special Services for BIPs, IEPs, 504s, and safety plans Support MTSS implementation with fidelity checks Role Level Specifics Refer to the Role Levels Matrix for scope and leadership expectations (internal document) About a Successful Candidate — Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's degree (required) Spanish bilingual (preferred) At least 2 years of relevant experience in school culture management (required) At least 2 years of K-12 teaching experience with a track record serving underserved students (required) Past experience leading adults in a school environment (preferred) A full understanding and commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience Outstanding organizational and communication skills Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities Proactive problem solver with teamwork Strong work ethic and passion for the work Compensation and Benefits We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including starting salary at $73,440 and commensurate with experience, excellent healthcare, generous time off, and additional benefits described in our benefits FAQ. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. KIPP Colorado Schools provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin, or any other basis protected by law. This policy supports a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias.
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