Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.
Mission
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
The Role
The Chief of Schools ensures the health, performance, and continuous improvement of all KIPP SoCal schools by supervising the Directors of Schools and the Managing Director of Student Services. This role drives student outcomes through effective leadership development, school health monitoring, and operational excellence while fostering a positive, inclusive school culture. The Chief of Schools collaborates with the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) to align school strategies with academic goals but does not directly oversee instruction. The position reports to KIPP SoCal's Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Who We're Looking For
KIPP SoCal is seeking a seasoned, strategic leader to serve as our next Chief of Schools—someone who has successfully led large portfolios or served as a Chief of Schools and is ready to make an immediate impact. This is not a stretch role. The Chief of Schools ensures the health, performance, and continuous improvement of all 20 KIPP SoCal schools serving 10,000 students by supervising the Directors of Schools and the Managing Director of Student Services. Working closely with the CEO and CAO, this leader drives student outcomes through strong leadership development, operational excellence, and a data-driven approach to continuous improvement—all while fostering a positive, inclusive culture where both students and educators thrive. If you’re a results-oriented, strategic thinker who turns plans into action and data into growth, and you’re passionate about equity and community impact, apply now to join KIPP SoCal’s next chapter of excellence.
Key responsibilities for the role are: