Regional Student Recruitment & Community Coordinator

KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of tuition-free public schools educating 120,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. We have a network of 16,500 educators and 175,000 students and alumni across the country.

KIPP Columbus is the only KIPP school in Ohio and educates more than 2,000 students K-12 on a 150+ acre campus in Northeast Columbus.

In addition to academic excellence, KIPP Columbus also partners with nearly 100 community organizations to provide extracurricular activities, programming, health and wellness services, meals, and more to KIPP students, families, and the broader community. KIPP is also a member of the Ohio High School Athletic Association, offering more than 10 varsity sports.

The KIPP Columbus learning campus will continue to advance student learning, expand partnerships, enable superior programming, and serve as a teaching and leadership lab for schools nationwide, reimagining education through a deeper lens of antiracism, excellence, and joy as we expand to educate nearly 4,000 students on our learning campus in the coming years.

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Why Teach with KIPP Columbus?

Respect : We respect and value the unique gifts our teachers bring. KIPP Columbus pays one of the highest salaries of charters in the region, and our comprehensive benefits package includes family leave, access to on-site daycare, fresh meals, and more. We provide resources to curriculum and materials to support your work in the classroom, and foster a collaborative and supportive working environment for our teams!

Support : We prioritize the growth of every team member. Professional development and one-on-one coaching happen throughout the year to help you deliver your best. As part of the national KIPP Public Schools network, KIPP Columbus staff have access to curriculum, resources, and support from teams across the country. Teachers receive year-round professional development rooted in antiracist practices and aligned to curriculum or role competencies. Frequent feedback and support from school leaders, network content coaches, grade-level chairs, and other teammates improve teachers' craft.

Teachers have dedicated time for planning and collaboration through structures including grade-level and content meetings, and professional development sessions. In our schools, teachers are able to grow their leadership through opportunities like being a grade-level chair, applying for fellowships, running an extra-curricular activity or leading school-wide initiatives as a teacher leader.

Purpose : KIPP Columbus continues to rank as one of the top schools for academic growth of any school in the state of Ohio, and is a top performing urban school in the state for academic growth. In our first three graduating classes (in spring 2020, 2021, and 2022) 100% of students were accepted to college and/or military service with nearly $40 million in merit scholarships from colleges and universities awarded

Community Outreach and Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, local businesses, childcare centers, and neighborhood partners to expand awareness of KIPP Columbus and strengthen recruitment pipelines.

• Identify and cultivate partnerships with community-based organizations that can promote KIPP Columbus through their networks, events, and communications.

• Represent KIPP Columbus at community events such as fairs, festivals, open houses, and local gatherings to engage families, answer questions, and share information about KIPP Columbus schools and programs.

• Research, identify, and coordinate opportunities to participate in community events throughout the year to promote the KIPP Columbus enrollment lottery and support application goals.

• Support the planning and execution of school-hosted community events that welcome prospective families, community organizations, and neighborhood leaders onto campus.

• Distribute marketing materials and maintain visibility of KIPP Columbus across key community locations including businesses, apartment complexes, childcare providers, and community centers.

Student Recruitment and Application Acquisition

• Contribute to regional enrollment goals by executing targeted student recruitment activities and meeting weekly application acquisition targets.

• Conduct one-on-one conversations with prospective families and students to share information about KIPP Columbus and support them through the enrollment process.

• Collaborate with the Student Recruitment and Enrollment Manager and school-based Operations teams to implement recruitment strategies aligned to regional enrollment priorities.

Lead Management and Family Engagement

• Conduct proactive outreach to prospective families using established lead lists and recruitment criteria.

• Maintain consistent communication with families who have expressed interest in KIPP Columbus to support them through the application and enrollment process.

• Guide prospective families through the enrollment process and systems, ensuring families understand application timelines, lottery processes, and next steps.

• Record and track all recruitment leads, interactions, and outcomes in the regions CRM or enrollment platform.

• Follow up with prospective families to nurture interest and encourage application completion.

Internal Collaboration and Engagement

• Collaborate closely with school-based Operations teams to support school-level recruitment strategies and community engagement efforts.

• Participate in internal family-facing events and school activities to support family engagement and strengthen relationships with the current KIPP Columbus community.

• Partner with internal teams to ensure alignment between recruitment efforts, family engagement strategies, and enrollment goals.

Administrative and Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in regular check-ins with the Student Recruitment and Enrollment Manager to review progress toward recruitment goals and receive coaching and feedback.

• Maintain accurate documentation of recruitment activities, partnerships, and application progress.

• Participate in regional meetings, training opportunities, and professional development sessions related to recruitment and community engagement.

• Support additional recruitment initiatives and projects as needed to ensure the region meets enrollment goals.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree or at least 4 years of relevant experience in recruitment, outreach, community engagement, education, or nonprofit work
• Experience with student recruitment, enrollment, or community outreach preferred
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with diverse communities
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Demonstrates a whatever it takes attitude to meet recruitment and enrollment goals
• Service-oriented and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to the KIPP Columbus mission and community
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; ability to learn systems such as SchoolMint and CRM platforms
• Reliable transportation to travel between campuses and community events
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends for recruitment activities

Statement of Non-Disclosure

This is a stipend position. KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code