Southern Association for College Admission Counseling · 7 hours ago
KIPP Forward Director - KIPP Miami Technical High School - Miami, FL
Van Alstyne, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Director/ExecutiveSouthern Association for College Admission Counseling is seeking a KIPP Forward Director for KIPP Miami Technical High School. This role is pivotal in establishing a strong foundation for students’ college and career readiness, guiding 9th grade students through course selection and opportunities while building a world-class counseling department.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serve as both Director and primary counselor, directly advising the inaugural 9th grade class while establishing foundational systems, structures, and practices for a robust KIPP Forward program
Develop and codify the department’s vision, mission, and key performance indicators in alignment with KIPP Miami’s college and career readiness goals
Build and pilot data systems, advising protocols, family engagement strategies, and cross-department collaboration structures that can scale as additional grades and staff are added
Partner with school leadership to ensure KIPP Forward is embedded into the fabric of the school’s academic and cultural program
Recruit, hire, onboard, and coach a high-performing team of counselors and advisors as the department expands with each subsequent grade level
Provide ongoing professional development, observation/feedback cycles, and team retreats that grow staff expertise in postsecondary counseling, student advising, and data-driven practice
Establish a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the department
Develop succession planning and leadership opportunities (“building a bench”) within the counseling team to ensure long-term sustainability of the program
Lead cross-functional collaboration with academic leadership, college/career partners, and regional/national KIPP Forward staff to align on best practices and maximize opportunities for students
Conduct ongoing 1:1 check-ins with students beginning in 9th grade to: Assess their passion, purpose, and postsecondary plan
Monitor progress toward credit accumulation, diploma distinctions, and CTE certifications
Guide them in making informed and strategic course selections aligned with graduation requirements, Academy offerings and future goals, in partnership with the Director of Academic Operations, to maximize certification attainment, diploma distinctions and pathways to college matriculation
Provide behavioral, attendance and academic support and problem solving to ensure students remain on track for on-time and accomplished graduation
Support attendance initiatives through student and family engagement
Coordinate school-wide college and career exposure events (special programming days, family night, etc), as well as executive functioning workshops, in collaboration with grade-level leadership
Plan and lead college and career visits off-campus
Support students with 3.5+ GPA in submitting quality applications to and ultimately enrolling in strong, vetted pre-college programs, internships and dual enrollment courses during the summer
Consistently cultivate, monitor and share key opportunities for students to further their college & career readiness in and out of school (participation in clubs, coordinating Zero prep, sharing community resources, etc.)
Maintain consistent engagement and partnership with families of students by providing regular updates on student progress
Plan and lead workshops for families on the essential topics related to high school and postsecondary success
Track meeting notes and student data - both qualitative and quantitative - consistently and accurately
Analyze student academic data to drive action planning and support plans
Present key data trends to school staff and leadership to drive improvements and celebrate wins
Oversee execution of PSAT8/9 in conjunction with the Director of Academics
Lead students in test taking strategies, pump up and investment in lead up to the PSAT8/9, and score analysis following the exam
Communicate to families about the importance of the PSAT8/9 and student-level data
In subsequent years, joining execute a robust and impactful SAT prep strategy with academic leaders
Manage the schedule request platform in our Student Information System
Oversee the schedule request process, ensuring all students select courses aligned with high-quality certification and diploma outcomes
Support students in completing credit recovery and tracking progress
Monitor state assessment performance and create targeted action plans to close gaps and strengthen graduation readiness
Review transcripts and recommend classes for new students
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Demonstrated experience working with traditionally underserved students and their families from diverse socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and Google Suite
Experience with database management and reporting (e.g., Salesforce, Overgrad)
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects
Customer service mindset with genuine care for students and families
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; adept at analyzing data to generate meaningful insights
Event planning and execution experience
Deep commitment to doing whatever it takes to ensure student and school success
Ability to build trusting relationships with students and families
Proactive problem-solving and anticipation of challenges
Calm, positive approach to high-stress situations
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Strong belief in the potential of all students to pursue college and/or quality postsecondary pathways
Cultural competence and advocacy for equitable access to advanced coursework, certifications, and enrichment opportunities for historically marginalized students
Preferred
Bilingual skills preferred
Company
Southern Association for College Admission Counseling
The Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) fosters a collaborative and inclusive network of college admission counseling professionals by promoting ethical responsibility, professional growth, student access, advocacy, and outreach, thus equipping and supporting professionals to help all students realize their postsecondary educational goals.
Founded in 1966
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