School Social Worker (2024-2025)

ABOUT ACHIEVERS:

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey's first public charter school for students in grades 6-12 that provides them with the unique opportunity to take a course of study in STEM fields and Digital Media Arts following the 8th grade and earn up to 60 college credits, enabling students to redefine the high school experience and graduate with skills, experiences, and content mastery that's significant to them in the market place and the world beyond.

ACHIEVERS FIT:

• Demonstrates a passion for and commitment to Achievers Early College Prep's mission

• Thrives in a small-school environment (comfort with change and ambiguity, takes initiative)

• Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player

• Experience in school(s) which rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and learning as a means to dramatically increasing student achievement develop content knowledge and skills (preferred)

• Exhibits a laser-focus on rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis

• Strong skill in analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making

• Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, and notion of "I'M ALL IN!"

• Belief in and alignment with Achievers core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable!

• Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking a MUST!

ABOUT THE ROLE:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Attends Assessment Plan meetings for all students referred for Initial evaluation (in-person and remotely).

• As assigned, completes social assessment, creates report, and submits to Child Study Team Manager

per Achievers ECP procedures. (In-person and Remotely)

• Maintains caseload in compliance with state timelines and other state and school guidance.

• Completes Case Management responsibilities as assigned.

• Attends Eligibility Conference for Initial and Re-evaluations if requested.

• Completes all required paperwork in accordance with mandated timelines.

• Works in compliance with the Catapult Learning Policy and Procedure manual for Evaluation;

Determination services in New Jersey.

• Remains current with regard to NJ Code and procedures regarding E&D services provided to nonpublic

school students

• Counsel students with IEPs

• Screens for signs of trauma and counsels students with trauma and other mental health needs

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

MUST hold certification as School Social Worker from NJDOE. Criminal background check as required by

the state and the district. Seeking SW with experience functioning as a member of a Child Study Team in

New Jersey.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work independently and remain focused on task completion.

Excellent ability to interact and communicate with students of all ages, parents, and school personnel.

Strong written communication skills. Excellent motivation and ability to complete a multi-step process

involving many participants. Excellent organizational skills. Computer access and literacy to be able to

use relevant web-based software.

NON-NEGOTIABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proactive; problem-solver; and self-driven

• Good organizational and time-management skills

• Bachelor's degree

• Minimum of one to two years teaching experience in an effective urban charter school

• Valid NJ Substitute Teaching Credential (minimum level of certification)