Student Recruitment Ambassador

KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. There are 285 KIPP schools across the nation and the District of Columbia, serving more than 175,000 students and alumni with more than 15,000 educators. 

Founded in 2008 with 50 students in 5th grade, KIPP Columbus currently educates  2,000 students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth.  With a mission to, together with families and the community, create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose -- college, career, and beyond --  KIPP has maintained excellence in its growth, and will improve upon that standard – proving what is possible in public education.

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.

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. 

Interested in learning more about our school?  Please check out our website: https://www.kippcolumbus.org/

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of School Operations and in partnership with the school-based Operations team, a Student Recruitment Ambassador supports regional student recruitment and enrollment strategy. KIPP Columbus seeks enthusiastic, detail-oriented and mission-driven individuals for the role of KIPP Student Recruitment Ambassador that offers an opportunity to develop professionally and help expand the school’s community. Student Recruitment Ambassadors will receive leadership training to support the implementation of student recruitment and outreach activities and create sustaining connections with new families in the school’s community. 

Through a part-time commitment of 20-30 hours per week, Student Recruitment Ambassadors will work both as a team and one-on-one with School Operations teams to connect with the broader community, help raise the awareness and visibility of KIPP Columbus, and support the drive toward the school’s student recruitment goals.

This role is a temporary and flexible part-time hourly position that requires work on some weekends, evenings and/or holidays. 

Community Outreach and Engagement

• Collaborate with community organizations, schools and local businesses to establish partnerships that promote our school and expand our reach. 

• Identify and develop partnerships with community based organizations that could amplify or promote KIPP through their networks, events, and other communications

• Actively participate in and represent KIPP Columbus at external events, such as fairs, open houses, and community events in order to engage with families, answer inquiries and disseminate information about our school’s programs and offerings. 

• Research and plan for opportunities to attend community events in order to promote our Student Enrollment Lottery to support application goals.

• Identify and plan for opportunities to participate in events around the school community throughout the school year.

• Support the organization and hosting of events that welcome community organizations and leaders to the school community

Internal Engagement

• Actively participate in our internal family events, serving as a point of contact for families, addressing any concerns or questions they may have, and encouraging families to promote KIPP Columbus’s programs and opportunities. 

Student Recruitment Activities

• Collaborate with Regional and School Ops leaders to prepare and implement outreach activities to recruit new families and students to KIPP, including flyering, canvassing and tabling in the school community

• Hold 1:1 conversations with current and prospective families and students 

Lead Management

• Conduct independent outreach to families based on predetermined criteria. 

• Ensure consistent and predictable communication with families who have expressed interest in our school. 

• Guide prospective families through our enrollment process and platforms. 

Experience:

• Current, past, or future parent of a KIPP student preferred

• Outreach and communication experience is preferred

• Experience working as part of a team in a professional settin

Knowledge/skills required: 

• 100% aligned with the mission and values of KIPP Columbus

• Credible amongst peers and a connector mindset.

• Excited to learn and grow

• Results oriented

• Welcoming to all communities

• Available between 20-30 hours per week, including regular evenings and weekends

• Strong communication skills. Spoken and written language skills other than English are welcome.

• Knowledge of KIPP schools and mission preferred. 

• Familiarity with productivity tools (word-processing, spreadsheets, calendars) preferred

All Student Recruitment Ambassadors will be required to submit a background check to KIPP Columbus prior to the start of employment.

Classification

Temporary and flexible part-time hourly position; 20-30 hours per week; includes the possibility of some evening, weekend and/or holiday work. 

Compensation

$15.00 per hour up to a maximum of 30 hours per week. The position is not eligible for benefits, holiday or break pay.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

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.