Director of Student Supports - Secondary Education

Company Description

About KIPP

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools preparing students with the skills and confidence needed to create the futures they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 279 schools, nearly 16,500 educators, and 210,000 students and alumni. KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia.

By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students.

KPPS Mission

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

Life at KIPP Philly

At KPPS, we believe that talented, committed, and culturally competent educators and staff are the foundation of our students' success. We work to create a professional community grounded in joy, candor, care, and connection - where every team member can bring their authentic self, grow in their craft, and contribute to meaningful work. Here is what you can expect:

• Commitment to Anti-Racism & Equity: Join a team dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and creating inclusive, culturally responsive schools where all students and staff can thrive.
• Joyful, Inclusive Community: Work in a collaborative, identity-affirming environment that values relationships, celebrates individuality, and supports the well-being of adults and children alike.
• Competitive & Equitable Compensation: Benefit from transparent compensation structures, including performance-based bonuses that recognize meaningful contributions.
• Professional Growth & Leadership Pathways: Access high-quality development - including coaching, workshops, and tailored leadership opportunities - designed to support your long-term career trajectory.
• Authenticity & Belonging: Be part of a culture that encourages you toshow up as your full self and contribute to a community rooted in trust and respect.
• People-Centered Excellence: Join colleagues who believe strong relationships and thoughtful preparation drive excellent outcomes-for students and for staff.
• Comprehensive Well-Being Support: Receive whole-person support through coaching, mental health resources, wellness initiatives, and team-building experiences that prioritize your professional and personal growth.

Job Description

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Managing Director of Student Supports, the Regional Director of Student Supports-Secondary Schools Support is responsible for supporting school teams and supporting coordination of all specialized services (IEPs, 504s, ELLs) for region wide support for all KIPP Philadelphia Schools. The overarching goals of the position are to improve student achievement for all learners, to develop and support schools in implementing best practices for working with students who qualify for special education services, to build innovative solutions for specialized needs in our schools, to ensure programmatic compliance with local, state and federal guidelines, and to create efficiencies in cost and resources by facilitating collaboration and centralization across schools.

Key Responsibilities:

Programmatic Leadership

• In collaboration with the Managing Director of Student Supports, provide training, guidance, support, monitoring, and supervision of school personnel to assist schools in implementing special education and related services in compliance with IDEA and related federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Consult and provide biweekly compliance support to the Assistant Principal of Student Supports and create corrective action plans when and where appropriate based on file reviews, IEP reviews, and re-evaluation data reviews.
• Consult and provide monthly cadence with school-based Assistant Principals of Student Supports to develop, monitor, and evaluate the effectiveness of special education programs and other student supports (MTSS, 504, ELL, etc.)
• Conduct weekly check-ins (O3's) and coaching and development support for Assistant Principals of Student Supports (file reviews, supporting case managers, IEP development, replacement curriculum, assessments, etc.).
• Analyze student achievement and progress data across multiple metrics and lead/consult with Managing Director of Student Supports on programmatic design decisions to enhance student outcomes.
• Implement systems of training, coaching, and supports so that students with disabilities are provided research-based, specially designed instruction that meets the unique needs of the student.
• Partners with school personnel to assist students with disabilities to access the sate-approved general education curriculum and to the maximum extent appropriate, be educated with their non-disabled peers.
• Works with school teams to develop transition programming for students with disabilities (SWD) and overseas…