Immediate Social Worker (K-8) at KIPP

Jacksonville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

50000.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Work, Assessment, Intervention, Crisis Counseling, Community Liaison, Data Utilization, Multicultural Competence, Collaboration, Consultation, Prevention Initiatives, Record Keeping, Professional Development, Family Support, Attendance Policies, Behavioral Support, Emotional Health

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Company DescriptionKIPPKIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public schools educating nearly 190,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is as unique as the community to which it belongs, we are united around a shared promise: Together, A Future Without Limits. You can learn more at www.kipp.org. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is part of the KIPP national network. 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. In the 2025-2026 school year, the KIPP Jacksonville region will be comprised of four schools educating more than 3,000 students, kindergarten through twelfth grade in the North and West sides of Jacksonville, Florida.KIPP Impact Academy: Kindergarten - 8th grade KIPP VOICE Academy: Kindergarten - 8th grade KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy: Kindergarten - 8th grade KIPP Bold City High School: 9th - 12th gradeIn the current school year, teachers at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools work the following hours Monday through Friday and may have occasional meetings or special school events outside of these hours. Hours for teachers and students may vary slightly by school.K-8 Staff: 7:30am - 4:30pm, K-8 Students: 8:00am - 3:30pm, Wednesday K-8 student dismissal is at 1:30pm High School Staff: 6:45am - 3:45pm, High School Students: 7:15am - 2:30pm, Wednesday High School student dismissal is at 12:30pm. Every Wednesday is a student early release day, which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development and content team meetings. *This doesn’t include Wellness Wednesdays when all staff leave at student dismissal. To support these schools, we will employ more than 400 full-time staff members. We seek educators and colleagues that represent our core values of high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. To learn more about what it is like to work and teach at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please visit www.kippjax.org/teach where you can also view all of our job postings.Why Teach at KIPP? At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools - especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy, Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts.The KIPP Difference Respect - For our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth, and for the lives they lead beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation for the invaluable role our teachers play in lighting paths to opportunity for studentsSupport - As our teachers progress through the day, the year, and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead and support to growPurpose - Together, our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. We need talented teachers to realize it. Shape the future for your students and yourself by joining us in our work. Job Description*Florida certification in School Social Work (grades PK-12) is required*This role is available for an immediate start date at KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy (2525 W. 1st Street)POSITION OVERVIEW The Social Worker is a year-round, certified position that is responsible for working closely with families, school counselors, teachers, students and school leader(s) to enhance the school’s ability to meet its academic mission, especially where home, school, and community collaboration is key to achieving that mission. The work of the licensed Social Worker is to identify and support students and their families in eliminating barriers that impact learning. Success in this role is measured by improving student social, emotional, behavioral, and academic outcomes and acting as a liaison with community agencies to ensure services. This role reports directly to the Assistant Principal of Operations and will work regionally with the Manager of Student Support Services. The hours mirror the staff hours of the school the role is based. SPECIFIC DUTIESConduct assessments of individuals and families with the goal of improving student social, emotional, behavioral and academic outcomes.Conduct reliable and valid assessments of students and families to inform the design of interventions to remove barriers to learning.Participate in the development of school-wide prevention, initiatives and policies related to attendance to both be proactive to truancy and determine barriers and reasons for excessive absences.Participate in the development of school-wide prevention, initiatives and policies related to safety, violence prevention and positive culture, social/emotional health, and the welfare of studentsConduct home visits, when necessary, in partnership with the school counselor’s plan for attendance interventions and supports. Complete assessments of campus needs to prioritize service deliveryProvide consultation to school personnel, parents/guardians, and community partners for the purpose of enhancing their understanding of student needs, developing effective interventions, and building school capacity.Act as a liaison with community agencies to ensure continuity of services in partnership with the school counselors.Provide follow up crisis counseling and referrals to appropriate providersDemonstrate the use of evidence informed practices in their interventionsUtilize data in assessing needs of, planning interventions for individual students, groups, and/or whole school population.Maintain accurate, complete and punctual records, as well as safeguard the privacy and confidentiality of information as required by law, district / state policy, and licensing requirements.Meet the minimum professional development requirements as set forth by the licensing boardAdhere to state and district mandating reporting requirements as they pertain to safety concerns.Ensure that students and their families are provided services within the context of multicultural understanding and competence.Utilize evidence-informed practices, skills, and techniques that reflect the understanding of the role of culture in the helping processEmpower students and families to gain access to and effectively utilize school and community resources.Assist with the onboarding of new KIPP FamiliesOther duties as outlined by school or regional leadership teamsCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Our current compensation and benefits structure is very competitive and is commensurate with experience. Our current starting salary for a first-year school social worker is $50,000 and this would be adjusted for years of experience and the required Master’s degree that is required for this position.Access to health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)**Access to individual short-term and long-term disability insurance*** 403(b) retirement program with a company match*** To support teacher practice and their growth, all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development.*The salary offered in the DocuSign doesn’t include any stipends for which the candidate may be eligible. In our current year of paying out millage stipends, certified New-to-KIPP instructional staff received a historical average of $13,000 with the addition of receiving TSIA stipends. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends. This role will only be eligible for instructional stipends if they have their FLDOE certification.***This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued. QualificationsREQUIREMENTSBachelor's Degree and a relevant Master's degree to meet the standards outlined for certification. Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in School Social Work K-12 and the same must be maintained during employment KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools believes that our staff will represent our core values—high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them. Possesses a deep commitment to creating an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for our students.Passing a background check, as required by lawIn accordance with Florida House Bill 531, this position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the screening process, education, and awareness, please visit the official website at: https://info.flclearinghouse.comHIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSTwo or more years of school-based K-12 school social work that includes evidence of building systems and partnership OR two or more years of K-12 teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom.CERTIFICATION The FLDOE website outlines that a Master’s degree is required for this position. If you have questions about Florida certification, please visit www.fldoe.org/edcert. Please list details about where you are in the certification process on your application so we can process your application accurately. If you hold a statement of eligibility or an out-of-state certificate, please list that information on your application.Additional InformationAPPLY Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered who submit resumes through other job postings. Link here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville NOTE: If you're a current KIPP Jacksonville team member and are interested in applying, you should 1) let your current manager know that you're interested and 2) complete the application in its entirety online. QUESTIONSIf you have questions about this position at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please email Jess at [email protected]Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website.KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin. Start Date: Immediate opening Department: Teacher

Responsibilities

The Social Worker is responsible for enhancing the school’s ability to meet its academic mission by identifying and supporting students and their families in eliminating barriers to learning. This includes conducting assessments, developing interventions, and acting as a liaison with community agencies.