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KIPP Forward Director of College & Career Counseling
Position Summary
The KIPP Forward Director of College & Career Counseling (DCC) is responsible for leading a school-based College & Career Counseling Department. It is the ultimate goal of the College & Career Counseling Department to support students in choosing the best post secondary pathway that is aligned to their interests, passions, and career of highest aspiration. For many, college is the pathway but it may also include pursuing a trade, vocational program or enlisting in the military.
The DCC is responsible for building relationships with the school leadership team, KIPP Forward leadership team, KIPP Foundation, national and local organizations and college/universities that will lead to resources for students. The DCC is charged with keeping the college & career counseling program woven into all aspects of their school and to ensure that the program does not work in isolation from the school’s mission.
This role leads the College & Career Counseling Department in college & career counseling, curriculum planning and the postsecondary match process. The team is responsible for meeting high expectations for student postsecondary program application and matriculation goals, as well as ensuring Free Application for Federal Student Aid/CA Dream Act Application (FAFSA/CADAA) completion. The DCC also serves as the primary liaison between their school and the KIPP Forward Team.
Reporting to the High School Leader, the DCC will work out of a specific school 4 days a week and 1 day from the closest RSO office (Oakland or SJ). The DCC will also receive coaching from the Associate Director of Postsecondary Match, as well as participate in weekly DCC Community of Practice.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
4+ years of College Match/College Admissions Experience (preferably in CA)
2-3 years of teaching experience (preferred)
Experience in leading high-performance teams and managing a diverse team
Track record of success working with high school students/families in the college counseling process
Track record of success in managing and supervising adults
Previous experience in using data to drive decision making
Bilingual, Spanish, preferred
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