Director of KIPP Forward

Company DescriptionAbout KIPP Nashville Public Schools KIPP Nashville Public Schools is a network of high-performing, free, open-enrollment K-12 schools that has been committed to positively affecting student outcomes in Nashville since 2005. KIPP Nashville is part of the acclaimed KIPP Network, which educates 100,000+ students nationwide and supports students from Pre-Kindergarten through college, career and beyond. Through the KIPP Forward program, our team helps students identify their career of highest aspiration and develop the skills and confidence to chase their dreams. KIPP Nashville currently operates 4 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools and educates over 3,000 students in the Nashville metropolitan area.The mission of KIPP Nashville is together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our core values are GROWTH, TEAM, and SHINE. If you share in these beliefs and values, if you have a proven willingness to do what it takes for students to be their best, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, then you are already a KIPPster.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:The Director of KIPP Forward Nashville is responsible for setting the strategic vision of KIPP Forward and ensuring that all KIPP Nashville students and alumni are benefiting from strong and strategic post-secondary counseling and support. The Director of KIPP Forward will oversee the development and implementation of robust programming for students and alumni success in high school, post-secondary programs, and career.As a Director of KIPP Forward Nashville, your core responsibilities include:Execute KIPP Forward Strategy and Vision Design and implement a strategic plan for the KIPP Forward program based on the organizational-wide vision, in partnership with the high school Principals, Chief of Equity, Leadership and Student Experience (CELSE), and Chief of Schools (COS).Set annual goals for the KIPP Forward team, in partnership with the high school Principals, CELSE and COS to drive college matriculation and persistence, and career servicesDevelop strategic partnerships with organizations that can help prepare alumni for success in high school, post-secondary programs, and career, including providing academic support, social support, summer opportunities, and career exploration opportunitiesDetermine and execute career integration strategies for all studentsDrive the development of the KIPP Nashville Career Services program/Collaborate with the high school Principals and leadership team in order to meet the KIPP Forward visionCreates, and manages KIPP Forward budget and approval process for KIPP Forward team membersDrive Results Through KIPP Forward Management and Development Lead, manage and develop the KIPP Forward Team (which includes College Counselors, College Persistence Advisors, and Career Counselors)Oversees all college knowledge and career exploration curriculum and post secondary preparation and career success initiativesEnsure KIPP Nashville meets the KIPP Foundation's goals for College Completion and College PartnershipsOversees KIPP Forward communication, events, and services focused on college readiness, college access, college persistence, college completion, and career readinessManage the KIPP Forward budget to ensure accurate financial reporting and responsible budget developmentManage & support the entry of student and college data in the Alumni DatabaseAs appropriate and necessary, assists in mentoring alumni or providing high school, college, and financial aid counselingStakeholders RelationsDevelops and manages college partnerships and other partnerships meant to improve the graduation rates of KIPP Nashville alumni from college at rates that exceed the six-year graduation rates for underrepresented students with the intent of graduating KIPP Nashville alumni at rates equal to their top quartile peersManage and promote opportunities for KIPP Forward and KIPP alumni including, but not limited to summer programs, job placement, scholarships, test preparation, college selection process, networking opportunities, and general well-beingCommunicate with key stakeholders - students, parents, faculty and staff, community, and board members - to proactively engage all stakeholders in working towards college completionCollaborates with other Directors, Managing Directors, Principals, and Chiefs regarding strategic planning, implementation of key initiatives, and cross-functional projectsServe as a member of the Leadership Teams for KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School and the new high school opening in 2023People Management Supervises and professionally develops KIPP Forward Team to ensure that all KIPP Nashville scholars are on track to pursue the best post-secondary path to the career of their choiceQualificationsBachelor's degree (required); Master's degree preferredMinimum of 7 years of experience working with high school students and families, and/or in the college admissions fieldAt least 3 years of formal managerial experienceKnowledge of national, state, and local educational goals and objectives in alignment with college and university entrance requirementsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making; facilitate various size working groups, work collaboratively, and; gather and analyze data, compile information, and prepare reportsFlexible and able to multi-task within an ambiguous, fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutionsProficient in Salesforce, MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Naviance experience is desirableUphold the core values of KIPP NashvilleAdditional InformationCompensationStarting Salary is $80-120,000 based on experience. Our comprehensive compensation package includes life insurance and long-term disability coverage provided by KIPP Nashville, voluntary medical and dental plans, in addition to retirement benefits and an annual salary increase. To establish equitable salary practices, the compensation package is derived from the regional KIPP Nashville Public Schools pay scale. This position is exempt and will follow a 12-month schedule.Please contact recruiting@ with any questions.KIPP Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.Videos To Watch

Created: 2026-04-02