Amanda Bates Email & Phone Number

San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area

Key Responsibilities Include: 1. Project manage the work in expanding the path forward to a thriving leadership development pipeline across the KIPP Texas Operations Team2. Create systems and tools that define a career path and advancement opportunities within the KIPP Texas Operations Team3. Design and lead professional development opportunities aligned to developing the core competencies of crucial roles. 5. Create plans, tools, and resources to support regions to develop internal talent into future leaders6. Partner with functional leaders to develop a comprehensive training program for core operational topics for key stakeholders, such as School Leaders and teachers.7. Ensure high-impact implementation and management of systems that drive professional development implementation and quality8. Partner closely with the KIPP Public Schools Network to differentiate training materials for operations leaders in KIPP Schools across the country

• Manage simultaneous high-stakes projects from start to finish; develop success metrics, obtain buy in, and set vision for new initiatives• Ensure disciplined execution through strong management of direct reports and collaboration with partners• Communicate updates, impactful changes, and results to regional leaders and key stakeholders• Supervise eight direct reports to achieve ambitious outcomes; foster a strong team culture and drive results through weekly meetings and daily touchpoints• Create performance management tools and structures; coach and develop direct reports through targeted support structures• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including families, staff, and district leadership to ensure school has adequate resources• Listen critically to discern underlying issues, gather and analyze data, and develop targeted solutions to resolve issues and foster trust• Communicate proactively, transparently, and with precision • Execute effective change management to oversee school's quadruple growth in number of students and staff in four-year period• Collaborate with School Leadership Team to generate strategic solutions to complex issues, persevere during significant challenges, and obtain remarkable results• Develop, execute, evaluate, and refine all systems and procedures on campus to ensure safety, efficiency, and high levels of student learning• Prioritize competing deadlines to ensure campus goals are met while staying under budget and leading the region in multiple student success indicators

San Antonio, Tx

• Managed performance and development of 22 teachers through classroom observation, one-on-one leadership coaching, and aligned strategic support• Influenced school principals to implement recommended strategies and adopt Teach For America's decisions• Designed and facilitated twice monthly professional development sessions and created leadership exploration workshops• Built and maintained relationships with corps members, school leaders, and community advocates• Coordinated and managed team execution of multiple large-scale events, including conferences attended by 200 corps members• Managed day-to-day team operations, including budget, logistics, and internal communication