[2026-2027] Diverse Learners Case Manager (LBS-1)

About KIPP Chicago At KIPP Chicago, we are guided by a simple, yet powerful 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 build a more just world. Our campuses are located in the Austin, Englewood, North Lawndale, and West Humboldt Park neighborhoods. KIPP Chicago also advises over 2000 KIPP alumni currently in high school or college through our KIPP Forward program. For more data and information about our successes and vision for the future, visit www.kippchicago.org About KIPP Public Schools KIPP Chicago partners with the KIPP Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports schools across the country. KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are currently a network of 278 schools, nearly 15,000 educators, and 175,000 students and alumni. When you teach at KIPP, you’re part of a national network that partners with families and communities to create nurturing, rigorous, and joyful schools in pursuit of a more just world. Position Overview KIPP Chicago seeks both internal and external candidates for DL Case Manager positions for SY 26-27. The Case Manager (CM) is responsible for collaborating with school based staff to create an inclusive culture where  children and adults from diverse backgrounds and perspectives can excel. One way the CM does this is by ensuring  that all students with diverse learning needs receive services specified in their IEPs and 504 plans. Case Managers schedule, manage and complete all IEP and 504 meetings for their caseload in compliance with state and federal  laws; monitor the process for admitting students to and exiting students from Special Education services; and support our school leaders, teachers, and support staff in all matters and decision-making concerning the Special  Education process.  This role requires a passion for collaboration and a deep commitment to making decisions in service of students and families. In addition, a mindset of ensuring students are in the least restrictive and most inclusive setting as possible is crucial. This role leads compliance for a campus serving grades K-8. The CM reports directly to the School Leaders, and is supported by the  region’s Managing Director of Student Services (MDSS).  Key Performance Indicators Manage 100% compliance with regards to diverse learner protocols, including but not limited to:   95% year to date completion rates for annual IEP meetings for the campus.  95% year to date completion rates for evaluations (initial and re-evaluation) for the campus. Score as “Evident” in all areas of the CPS School Profile Review Rubric (or similar school assessment tool) at the campus.  Score 75% or better (agree or strongly agree) when a survey assessing areas in which the CM supports  teachers is administered: The CM at my school works hard to retain effective diverse learner teachers.  I plan to stay at my school next year and at least one reason why is due to the support I receive  from my CM. The professional development opportunities my CM provides are well-planned and facilitated. I get enough feedback on progress towards my compliance goals, my writing of IEPs, and my  facilitation of IEP meetings.  My Case Manager routinely follows up with me after giving me feedback. RESPONSIBILITIES As a KIPP Chicago Diverse Learners Case Manager, your core responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Mission Alignment A belief that all students can and will be successful A growth mindset about oneself and all others at the school, including a commitment to professional growth and development A commitment to the mission and vision of KIPP Chicago and the pursuit of antiracism in our schools and work together Regular and reliable on-site attendance is essential to performing the responsibilities of this role Diverse Learning Case Management  Develop, oversee, and coordinate Special Education services at the campus.  Develop a yearly meeting schedule that ensures 100% compliance in accordance with special education due dates and timelines.  Proactively communicate with staff members to ensure all members of the IEP team are prepared to meet  all IEP and 504 deadlines.  Schedule, complete, and document all required parent communication in preparation of IEP and 504  meetings in compliance with state and federal laws.  Lead IEP and 504 meetings as a member of the IEP team.  Support school teams in collecting and compiling data for paraprofessional and transportation approvals if  applicable to a student.  Maintain student paper and electronic files in accordance with CPS file protocols and state and federal  laws.  Review all IEPs for quality as measured on the KIPP Chicago IEP rubric.  Provide feedback and professional development to teaching staff regarding IEP writing. Manage and track completion of paraprofessional anecdotal record keeping and data tracking on a bi weekly basis.  Approve paraprofessional records weekly.  Manage and track completion of IEP goal tracking by teaching staff in compliance with student IEPs. Manage staff to complete all IEP report cards in accordance with IEP benchmark dates. ∙ Throughout the school year, keep accurate and current lists of accommodations to be provided during  standardized testing.  Serve as a thought partner and offer guidance to school teams regarding student schedules, staffing, and  accommodations facilitation in accordance with state and federal laws.  Support and Leadership The CM serves as the liaison between the school and the MDSS and in doing so is responsible for communicating the unique needs of the school to the MDS