[2024-2025] Operations Coordinator

KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond.

Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500 students in grades K-12 across seven schools.

We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts.

Talent.

Perspective.

Drive.

Inspiration.

So at KIPP Capital Region, we support every student and educator to see those gifts, then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive.

We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together.

POSITION OVERVIEW


* Grade(s): Kindergarten - 5th

The Operations Coordinator will support the school operations team in the day-to-day operations.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

School Systems


* Provide logistical support and coordination to the Director of Operations for school activities involving staff, parents, and students.


* Support planning and execution of school-wide events and fundraisers.


* Coordinate purchasing/distribution for materials and services (e.g., field trips, uniforms, office supplies, and teacher supplies) as the Director of Operations & Operations Manager assigns.


* Aid in daily attendance procedures and works with the Registrar to ensure the accuracy of students' daily attendance.


* Assist in achieving a high ADA by communicating attendance expectations to families and assisting in other activities.

Supports all school-based communication systems (i.e., PowerSchool).

Facilities Management


* Oversees completion of all facilities requests submitted at the school.

Coordinates with janitorial day porter regarding daily janitorial needs.


* Ensure trash removal/recycling and copier requests are managed efficiently.


* Assists in preparing facilities for the upcoming school year (e.g., bulletin boards, signage)

Student, Family, and Staff Relations


* Builds relationships with families to keep them well-informed and support their needs.


* Translates and distributes school correspondence, including but not limited to letters, memos, and weekly bulletins.


* Assists in translating parent meetings, including Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings.

Student Information, Enrollment & Recruitment


* Works within the student database to ensure that all students' emergency medical and contact information is up-to-date.


* Ensures confidentiality and security of office space, files, and all information pertaining to students, parents, staff, and the community.


* Supports the collection of student interest forms.

Assists the Registrar in managing family communication, pre and post lottery (sends interested ...