Student Enrollment & Recruitment Ambassador

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

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 Public Schools is seeking a results-driven and resourceful Student Enrollment & Recruitment Ambassador to spearhead efforts to meet ambitious student enrollment goals for our schools in LA County for the 2025-26 school year. This role demands a proven ability to achieve results through strategic outreach, relationship-building, and direct engagement with families.

As the Student Enrollment & Recruitment Ambassador, you will be accountable for generating a specified number of student interest forms and applications by actively canvassing door-to-door, making phone calls to prospective applicants, tabling in the community, and cultivating strong, positive connections with families in various settings.

The ideal candidate is an experienced outreach professional with demonstrated success in door-to-door canvassing and community engagement. Familiarity with LA County is essential but ideally has familiarity with the neighborhoods where our LA County schools are located. Our current footprint of our LA County schools is Boyle Heights, Compton, East LA, Huntington Park, South Gate, South LA and Watts.

To excel in this role, you must bring:

- Exceptional relationship-building skills to connect with diverse families and inspire trust.

- Tenacity and physical stamina to conduct outreach efforts, including door-to-door canvassing and event participation.

- A clear focus on results, with the ability to set goals, measure progress, and deliver outcomes that align with enrollment targets.

- A deep commitment to educational equity and a passion for helping families access high-quality schools.

- This position is for someone ready to take initiative, remain adaptable, and approach challenges with creativity and determination.

If you thrive on driving measurable impact and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you. This role reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer.

Full-Time role, temporary; estimated end date:
December 31, 2025.

• As a Student Enrollment & Recruitment Ambassador, you will play a key role in driving student enrollment and ensuring prospective families have an exceptional experience with your assigned portfolio of schools and KIPP SoCal. Your responsibilities will include:
• Driving Enrollment Success: Collaborate with designated points of contact to generate lead applications and secure enrollment for your assigned portfolio of school(s).
• Representing KIPP SoCal: Serve as a knowledgeable and enthusiastic ambassador for KIPP SoCal by becoming an expert in the programs at your assigned school(s) and understanding the broader network. Actively engage with families and community members at events, including tabling, block walking, and phone banking.
• Strategizing…