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Company Description 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 2,500 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.

Job Description The Opportunity Reporting to the Student Recruitment and Enrollment Manager and in partnership with the school-based Operations team, the Student Recruitment Ambassador plays an important role in building relationships with the community and prospective families, raising awareness of KIPP Columbus, and supporting student recruitment and application goals. KIPP Columbus seeks enthusiastic, relationship-oriented, detail-oriented, and mission-driven individuals for the role of Student Recruitment Ambassador. Student Recruitment Ambassadors serve as a welcoming and visible representative of KIPP Columbus in the community and are often one of the first points of connection for prospective families. Student Recruitment Ambassadors will receive leadership training to support the implementation of student recruitment and outreach activities, build meaningful relationships with prospective families and community partners, and help expand awareness and visibility of KIPP Columbus and its schools. Through a part-time commitment of 25 hours per week, Student Recruitment Ambassadors will work both independently and as part of a team to connect with the broader community, participate in recruitment and community events, engage directly with prospective families, and help generate applications for KIPP Columbus. Ambassadors will play an important role in creating positive experiences for prospective families and helping them learn more about KIPP Columbus, our mission, programs, and opportunities. This role is a temporary and flexible part-time hourly position that requires work on some weekends, evenings and/or holidays. Key Responsibilities: 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.

Qualifications

• 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 25 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

Additional Information Compensation $15.00 per hour up to a maximum of 25 hours per week. The position is not eligible for benefits, holiday or break pay. Statement of Non-Disclosure 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