KIPP Capital Region Public Schools
KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond.
With the Troy Prep K-12 schools joining the KIPP Capital Region network for the 2022-2023 school year, our KIPP schools will serve more than 2,500 students across the Capital Region. We look forward to increased curriculum offerings for students, professional development for more than 350 staff, and enhanced family and community partnerships.
We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Special Education Intern is responsible for performing and assisting with various administrative tasks and projects to support the Director of Special Education on the Regional Teaching and Learning Team. The work will directly impact student services and compliance across the region while also providing a valuable learning and mentoring experience for the intern.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the development and implementation of Special Education program improvement initiatives.
- Conduct basic research on Special Education trends and best practices to contribute insights for improvement.
- Help organize and coordinate workshops and professional development for KIPP Capital Region’s Special Educators and service providers.
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, outside service providers, Regional staff and school staff (teachers and leaders).
- Assist in creating content for internal and external communications.
- Assist with various administrative tasks, creation of templates, and record keeping.
- Enhance the bandwidth of the Director of Special Education by directly supporting administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, recurring meeting preparation, note taking, and handling some correspondence.
- Support the Teaching and Learning Team with maintaining Special Education databases and systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
- Occasionally step-in to directly support Special Education teachers in schools, as directed by the Director of Special Education.
- Support in the coordination of Annual Review meetings, Transition meetings, testing and Initial meetings to support students in need of services within our region, as directed by the Director of Special Education.
KIPP Capital Region
- Perform other duties as outlined by Teaching and Learning Leadership (Director of Special Education and Chief Academic Officer).
- Commit to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students together.
- Comply with all charter, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family Services
- Adhere to organization policies and procedures; promotes and supports mission, vision, and values, including developing and participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strongly committed to the mission of KIPP and investment in our vision of being an equitable and anti-racist organization
- Strong DEI lens with exceptional creative power in leading anti-racist practices
- Passionate commitment to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of school
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams in a rapidly changing environment.
- Demonstrates a growth mindset and a desire to continually improve through feedback
- Strong work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit, and flexibility to accommodate the high level of responsibility, multiple priorities, and rapidly changing environment. Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented, mission-driven culture
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
- Ability to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.
- Please note: Infrequent travel to different KIPP Capital Region schools is required
- Must be willing and able to take a Criminal History Background Check
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED and current enrollment in a Bachelors program at an accredited College or University required. Completion of Bachelors program in Education, Psychology, Child Development or Special Education from an accredited College or University preferred.
- Interest in working in a dynamic and supportive work environment committed to ensuring every student has what they need to be successful.
- Open to an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students, families, and educators.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite.
- The internship is ideally suited for individuals seeking hands-on experience in Special Education.
- The internship duration may vary depending on academic requirements and organizational needs.
- Knowledge of proper office procedures, including filing, answering the telephone professionally, photocopying, greeting all visitors cordially, and handling information with confidentiality.
- Preferred experience working directly with students, preferably required in the charter, private, or public school environment.
- Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
- Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.
Additional Information
WORK PERKS
When you join KIPP Capital Region, you are joining in on our promise to families that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop a passion for learning and the drive necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in the Capital Region. And while the biggest perk to working at KIPP Capital Region is doing work that makes a lifelong difference in the lives of our students, you’ll find that’s not the only benefit we offer:
- Generous time-off
- Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match
- Childcare benefits
- Unparalleled work/life integration
- Casual dress code
- Relocation stipend (conditions apply)
- And so much more! For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP Capital Region, please view our Employee Benefits Summary.
Learn More:
KIPP Capital Region offers a competitive salary ranging from $38,000 – $42,000.
Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire.
All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region are committed to anti-racism and inclusion, are part of a close-knit diverse community, and are encouraged to show up authentically, inspiring our children to do the same. Learn more about what it’s like to work at KIPP Capital Region: kippcapital.org/join-our-team/
This role is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, NY.
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