KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 18 schools in Newark, Camden, and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. To learn more, visit www.kippnj.org.

Here’s what you need to know:

We need you to help our students get to and through college! As a campus aide, you will help to support both our instructional and non-instructional teammates by offering a helping hand at key points during school hours. 

A bit more about you …

You’re really flexible. You are super reliable. You can manage a lot of tasks that cover a variety of areas. Additionally, you have a passion for working in a school setting.

Here’s what you’ll be doing: 

• Supporting Main Office operations, helping with daily tasks such as completing copy requests for teachers or restocking the teacher workroom with supplies
• Providing support during lunch and recess
• Supporting teachers in their classroom with projects and other events
• Assisting the School Operations Manager with special projects, as needed
• Providing front desk support, including answering door buzzers and phone calls, directing visitors/calls to the appropriate person, and providing support to families and students
• Supporting the School Operations Manager with student enrollment and registration

Must Haves (ie: what you need to rock at this role): 

• A deep belief in the mission of KIPP New Jersey and a desire to be a part of the team
• A team player who is friendly and wants to have fun every day
• Love for kids and a desire to build strong relationships with them and their families
• Open to feedback and flexible in new and changing situations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to learn quickly
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment                   

Nice to Haves

• Fluent in both English and Spanish
• Experience working in a school setting
• Connection to the Newark community

This is a part time role and the compensation is $18.00 an hour

KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer