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.

Mission

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.

What We Do

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.

Overview

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 KIPP Adelante in San Diego for the 2026-27 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, 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 San Diego—particularly Southeast San Diego—is essential. 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.

*Note: The role is part-time (20 hours per week), temporary with an end date of June 30, 2027. There is a possibility the role could be extended, but that information will not be known until after the end date.

**Note: This role will be based in San Diego and support our KIPP Adelante Academy campus

Responsibilities

• 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 KIPP Adelante 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 Recruitment Efforts: Create and maintain a comprehensive community asset map to identify and prioritize recruitment opportunities.
• Executing Recruitment Strategies: Develop and implement targeted student recruitment plans. This includes outreach to community organizations, local businesses, childcare centers, and schools, as well as leading phone banking efforts and organizing summer retention activities to drive leads and applications.
• Engaging Prospective Families: Collect and track prospective family information at events using HubSpot and/or other systems for follow-up. Respond to all leads within 24 business hours, documenting outreach and progress in required systems such as HubSpot or SchoolMint.
• Creating School-Specific Content: Partner with the marketing team to create compelling, school-specific social media content. This includes photographing school events and activities to highlight the vibrant community.
• Building Strong Relationships: Cultivate positive relationships with prospective families throughout the recruitment process. Regularly communicate through personalized messages and invitations to upcoming events in collaboration with the marketing team.
• Hosting School Tours: Plan and lead school tours for prospective families, addressing their questions and providing an engaging experience to strengthen their decision to enroll.
• Providing School-Based Support: Work closely with school-based teams to assist with recruitment-related activities as directed by your supervisor.

You’ll Be Qualified If You Have

• At least a high school diploma
• Able to work on weekends
• Have experience with data management, including but not limited to data entry and data reporting.
• Able to walk/stand for long periods of time (6-8 hrs/day)
• Reliable transportation to attend various locations in one day is required
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Bilingual (specifically English and Spanish) strongly preferred

Benefits & Compensation

• This position starts at an hourly rate of $20 and is guaranteed through Dec 6, 2025. If you excel in this role and consistently deliver results, there may be an opportunity to extend the contract.

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.