Director of Student Life

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Student Life leads the development and execution of a vertically aligned portfolio of athletics extracurricular programs and student experiences across KIPP Indy Public Schools. This role functions as the regional leader for student engagement outside the classroom ensuring that all students have access to high-quality athletic and extracurricular opportunities that build belonging strengthen school culture and support student retention.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer the Director of Student Life oversees the strategy implementation and continuous improvement of KIPP Indys athletic and extracurricular programming across campuses. The role ensures equitable student experiences strong program quality compliance with athletic regulations and alignment with KIPP Indys mission and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Regional Athletics Leadership   

• Design and lead a vertically aligned K-12 athletics strategy across KIPP Indy schools
• Serve as the regional athletic director overseeing conference affiliations league participation and IHSAA compliance
• Ensure equitable access to athletic opportunities across campuses and grade levels
• Develop participation goals that increase student engagement and retention
• Build partnerships with local athletic organizations leagues and community programs
• Represent KIPP Indy in athletic conferences and regional athletics meetings

Extracurricular Strategy & Program Development           

• Develop and oversee a diverse portfolio of extracurricular opportunities including athletics arts academic teams clubs and leadership programs
• Ensure extracurricular offerings reflect student interests identities and community culture
• Expand student leadership opportunities and enrichment programs across campuses
• Identify opportunities to grow programming that supports student engagement and belonging

Coach & Sponsor Development

• Recruit train and support high-quality coaches and extracurricular sponsors
• Establish expectations and standards for athletic and extracurricular program leadership
• Observe programming and provide coaching and feedback to program leaders
• Support school teams in building strong student-centered program cultures

Athletic Operations & Logistics

• Oversee regional scheduling of games practices tournaments and extracurricular events
• Coordinate facility utilization across schools for athletic and extracurricular programming
• Partner with operations teams on transportation safety plans and facility needs
• Ensure logistical systems support strong participation and smooth program execution

Student Events & School Experience

• Lead planning and coordination of key student experiences such as homecoming dances student celebrations graduation and athletic events
• Support schools in executing high-quality student events that reflect KIPP Indy culture and values
• Ensure major student events are safe inclusive and well organized

Compliance Safety & Risk Management             

• Ensure compliance with all athletic governing bodies including IHSAA regulations
• Oversee student athlete eligibility physicals and participation requirements
• Maintain safety systems for athletics and extracurricular activities including supervision and emergency protocols
• Ensure coaches and sponsors complete required compliance and safety training

Data Impact & Program Improvement

• Track participation data across athletics and extracurricular programs
• Analyze trends in participation engagement and retention to inform programming decisions
• Use data to identify gaps in access and opportunities for program growth
• Provide regular updates to regional leadership on student life outcomes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with school leaders DSOs and regional teams to ensure strong execution of programming
• Collaborate with family engagement teams to support student participation and community involvement
• Work closely with operations teams to ensure extracurricular programming integrates with campus procedures
• Serve as key partner to strengthening student culture belonging and engagement across the network

College & Scholarship Pathways Through Athletics & Extracurriculars    

• Develop and support pathways for students to access athletic artistic and extracurricular scholarships and post-secondary opportunities
• Partner with coaches sponsors and school leaders to identify students with competitive athletic or extracurricular potential
• Build relationships with high school programs college recruiters and community partners to expand scholarship opportunities
• Ensure students and families have access to information exposure and support related to scholarship pathways

Budget & Resource Management           

• Develop and manage the annual athletics and extracurricular programming budget ensuring responsible stewardship of regional funds
• Partner with Chief Operating Officer on annual financial planning forecasting and budget alignment with regional priorities
• Monitor expenditures across athletic programs extracurricular activities events and program operations to ensure alignment with approved budgets
• Evaluate program investments and resource allocation to maximize student access and participation in athletics and extracurricular opportunities
• Ensure all purchases and financial decisions comply with organizational policies and controls
• Identify opportunities to leverage partnerships sponsorships and external funding to expand student life programming

Qualifications :

COMPETENCIES

• Increased student participation in athletics and extracurricular programs across KIPP Indy schools             
• Consistent implementation of athletics and extracurricular programming across campuses ensuring equitable access for all students
• High-quality student experiences and events that strengthen school culture belonging and pride             
• Strong compliance and operational systems for athletics including scheduling eligibility safety and conference requirements   
• Effective recruitment development and support of coaches and extracurricular sponsors who create positive student experiences      
• Data-informed improvements to student life programming using participation and engagement data to expand opportunities and strengthen impact     
• Athletics and extracurricular programming that contributes to stronger student engagement and retention          
• Year-over-yera growth in students earning scholarships or postsecondary opportunities through athletics or extracurricular programs             
• Effective stewardship of the athletics and extracurricular budget ensuring resources allocated strategically to expand student access and program quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years of experience in education athletics administration extracurricular programming or related fields.        
• Experience leading athletic programs extracurricular initiatives or student engagement efforts at the school network or community level     
• Demonstrated ability to design and manage systems that support consistent program implementation across multiple campuses or teams        
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to coordinate complex events and programming               
• Ability to analyze participation and engagement data to inform decision and strengthen programming    
• Experience developing and supporting coaches program leaders or extracurricular sponsors      
• Knowledge of athletics compliance and safety requirements including conference or governing body regulations (such as IHSAA or similar organizations)            
• Deep commitment to equity belonging and creating identity-affirming student experiences       
• Alignment with KIPP indys mission and belief that all students can achieve at high levels when provided with access to strong opportunities and support A minimum of 5 years of experience in education or related fields 

Additional Information :

COMPENSATION
Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a highly competitive benefits package.
 

To apply please apply online at Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time