Dean of Academic Progress (26-27)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
A KIPP Texas Dean of Academic Progress will provide assistance to the School Leader and/or Leadership Team with the administration of systems related to high school matriculation and graduation.

The Dean of Academic Progress furthers the mission of KIPP Texas by supporting a school culture that empowers
students to develop the knowledge skills and character traits necessary to pursue a college education and a life of value joy and integrity. The Dean will work to support KIPP Texass mission and culture of achievement.

We are committed to establishing high-achieving schools that are diverse equitable and partnered strongly with the
communities they serve. This is a leadership position for a person who is organized detail-oriented and always
follows through. Additionally this leader is warm and demanding with students and parents ensuring that they always turn in required documents and always complete challenging academic courses. The Dean of Academic
Progress is relentless with adults and students and holds herself/himself accountable for achieving excellent results. As a Dean of Academic Progress you will internalize and drive towards academic and culture-related goals in pursuit
of supporting KIPP Texas Public Schools in meeting organizational goals;
100% of KTX School achieve an A or B rating - TBD
Job Description - Dean Academic Progress Last Date Edited: 1/7/2026

95% of K-2 students reading on grade level DIBELS
KTX earn 90/75/40 on Reading STAAR
KTX earn 90/75/40 on Math STAAR
60% of seniors graduate having scored a 3 on at least a AP/IB exam
80% of student matriculate to a 4-year college
97% Average Daily Attendance
100% BOY Enrollment by Day 10
80% of Staff Retained

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Academic Operations Support
Assist with the registration enrollment withdrawal and transfer of students and process applicable records
Verify the accuracy and thorough completion of all student registration packets and determine eligibility for enrollment
Enter all campus student information into the district student information system
Communicate daily with campus administrators and special program coordinators to identify and correct missing or incorrect information in physical and electronic student data files
Stay current with changes in Texas Education Agency governing documents pertaining to the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS)
Coordinate campus-wide attendance process and work to maintain campus-wide compliance accuracy and timeliness
Maintain all digital course records and teacher/administrative access to online gradebook
Process and transmit requests for student information including verification of enrollment and transcripts for colleges and universities
As directed coordinate and manage state district and local testing
Performs other duties as assigned

Academic Progress Management & Counseling
Develop and maintain coherent state compliant transcripts that prepare students for college and career (CTE where applicable and Advanced Placement).
Develop and implement structures for clear graduation planning (Personal Graduation Plan) that includes electives enrichment credit recovery courses and Advanced Placement courses.
Monitor overall academic progress for all students
Monitor and follow-up with students failing one or more courses each grading period during the first four semesters in high school
Coordinate teacher and advisor responsibilities and efforts to drive students academic progress through goal-setting and intrinsic motivation
Intervene with support when students have challenges with attendance academics or discipline
Maintain and monitor academic compliance in areas such as Special Education 504 LPAC and At-Risk students
Coordinate verification and correction of grades and printing and distribution of report cards
Assist School Leader and Assistant Principals with campus and student scheduling
Maintain student transcripts
Ensures that transfer grades and GPAs are calculated correctly and reflected appropriately in the student information system
Parent Outreach
Host parent events such as workshops student-led parent conferences open houses or other events that support academic transitions to and through college
Ensure parents know the benefits of attending a KIPP high school and how to best support their student
School Culture
Support leadership with building a student culture of achievement through investment rewards and activities
Support leadership with faculty reward programs and activities related to the culture of achievement

Qualifications :

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree required
At least two years experience as a lead teacher/teacher of record educator in middle or high school classrooms (required)
Experience helping students and their families navigate college admission financial aid and scholarship application procedures
Experience developing new and deepening current relationships with key college access and college success organization
Demonstrated strong achievement results and documented growth required

COMPETENCY AND SKILLS:
Demonstrated leadership with the ability to drive results through others.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment demonstrating strong prioritization organization and follow-up skills.
Demonstration of effective teaching and learning practices
Excellent interpersonal human relations and stress and conflict management skills
Excellent planning goal setting coordinating problem analysis and decision-making skills
Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation
Enthusiasm to engage parents and community

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the
workday.
The candidate is expected to attend conferences meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person
within the Region.

Additional Requirements:
Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Work with frequent interruptions.

Work Environment:
Reports to school site Monday-Friday.
Typical school environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements:
Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning or meetings.

Additional Information :

What We Bring to the Table:
Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
Paid family leave.
Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
Employee assistance programs.
KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans LifeLock identity protection life insurance and disability insurance.

EEO:
KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed gender color national origin religion age sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures providing documents in an alternate format using a sign language interpreter or using specialized equipment.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time