Behavior Services Program Manager

Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 23 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college and beyond. What We Believe KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters. 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. KIPP SoCal’s Mental Health & Support Services Department is housed under the Student Services Department and works closely and in tandem with the Special Education Department. The Department consists of over 40 School Counselors (MSWs LCSWs), 14 School Psychologists, 5 Behavior Interventionists, as well as Mental Health Managers. Our department is grounded in trauma-informed and anti-racist practices. By providing interventions and resources, we support KIPP SoCal’s mission of providing a holistic approach to learning focusing not only on rigorous academics but also character development, enrichment, social-emotional learning, physical and mental health, and affirmation of identity. The Opportunity The Behavior Services Manager oversees the Behavior Team which consists of 7 Behavior Specialists. Leadership, Advocacy, Expertise Acts as behavioral expert and “face” of the Stud Qualifications BCBA License, required Bachelor’s degree, required Master degree in Behavioral Sciences, ABA or related field, required Minimum 3 years of management experience of school based team members, required PPSC (Pupil Personnel Services Credential) or Teaching Credential , preferred Minimum 8 years post-Master’s degree Bilingual in Spanish, preferred Ideal Characteristics Knowledge & commitment to anti-racism and diversity, equity, and inclusion Cultural awareness and agility, and ability to foster trust, communication, and culture change Demonstrated success working with students/families from educationally under-resourced areas Builds relationships and trust with ease Superb organizational, planning, and implementation skills Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multiple stakeholders Excellent written, communication, and public skills High proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word Initiative, innovation, advocacy, leadership, resilience, and tenacity Experience managing and developing school behavior professionals Experience leading/advising complex and/or cross-functional projects and teams Able to stay positive through challenges Comfort driving between schools across Los Angeles (including San Diego and SoCal) Detail-oriented team player willing to roll up sleeves and get the job done Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP SoCal Public Schools mission and community Willingness to go above and beyond to drive the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education

Salary : $79,200 - $118,800