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DIRECTOR OF COLLEGE ACCESS
03/11/2024
The Ewing Marion Kauffman School is a free, public charter school serving 1000 students in 5th through 12th grades. Focused on student achievement and strong character, the Kauffman School’s mission is to support students in maximizing their opportunities for post-secondary success. The school serves a student population of which 87% qualify for free and reduced lunch and 90% identify as students of color. Students are accepted by a lottery that prioritizes the six highest-need zip codes within the district. More than 70% of our students identify as first in their families to attend college. From serving as certified doulas to attending graduate school to starting their own local small businesses, our alumni are shaping their post-secondary paths and we are incredibly proud of their determination and drive.
We believe that choosing to teach is choosing to commit oneself to challenging, joyful, enriching work that breaks down systemic barriers that have impacted marginalized students. Educators at the Kauffman School embrace challenges and choose to be part of an organization committed to academic growth for students who deserve choice and opportunity in their lives. The Kauffman School seeks results-driven and culturally-responsive educators to join its team. We are anchored to guiding principles in our work:
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Director of College Access and Success (DCAS) at the Kauffman School is responsible for leading the team to ensure matriculation of every graduating student into a university/college/postsecondary program. The DCAS will promote the mission of “creating college graduates” by building the college counseling department’s vision to achieve this goal. The DCAS will work with the College Counselors to execute the vision by connecting students with meaningful and competitive college prep opportunities, leading students and families through application processes for colleges and postsecondary programs, matching students to the right college or program fit, and supporting with the successful matriculation of all students to the college or program of their choice.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
College Access and Postsecondary Success Strategy
College Access and Success Systems
Manage and Develop College Counseling Team
Relationship building and external partnerships
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The Kauffman School offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with anticipated duties and experience. This position is eligible to participate in the school’s benefits program.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants should complete a formal application through the Kauffman School Careers page at http://www.kauffmanschool.org/. In your cover letter please address the following topics:
The Kauffman School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming people to flourish in an open and inclusive work environment. A diverse pool of candidates is welcomed and encouraged.
Full Time
Elementary & Secondary Education
$79k-114k (estimate)
03/15/2024
04/28/2024
kauffmanschool.org
KANSAS CITY, MO
<25
2011
HANNAH LOFTHUS
$10M - $50M
Elementary & Secondary Education
The Ewing Marion Kauffman School is a free, public charter school serving more than 1,200 students in 5th through 12th grades. Focused on student achievement and strong character, the schools mission is summarized in three words: create college graduates. The school serves a student population of which 87% qualify for free and reduced lunch and 90% identify as students of color. Students are accepted by a lottery that prioritizes the six highest-need zip codes within the district. In 2019, the Kauffman School graduated its first, and founding, class of students 100% of seniors were accepted t...o a four-year college or university and 72% of students will be the first in their families to attend college. The Kauffman School seeks results-driven and culturally responsive educators to join its team. We fundamentally believe that every student can reach ambitious goals when provided a supportive academic setting, when they are surrounded by teachers who have a deep belief in their potential, and when those teachers intentionally build relationships with and connect with students personal goals and ambitions. We show belief in every student through setting and holding them to high expectations while building relationships. We approach rigorous learning as an activity that is responsive to students cultural contexts and pushes them to think critically. We seek opportunities for students to engage with and respond to the world around them - both in their immediate lives and in their broader society - while being pushed intellectually at all times.
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