Title: | Global Preparatory Academy - School Social Worker |
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ID: | 1096 |
Location: | N/A |
Department: | Education |
SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER
MISSION
Global Preparatory Academy develops compassionate global leaders through a rigorous education program that focuses on hands-on, cultural and Spanish immersion learning opportunities.
SUMMARY
GPA uses both English and Spanish to instruct students in all core content areas. As a dual language and project based school, we connect students from diverse linguistic backgrounds and educate them together in a highly rigorous, engaging and nurturing environment. Students will develop a deep value and understanding of other cultures. Through two-way immersion (TWI) in English and Spanish, students in the dual language program will affirm the values of their own cultures while acquiring an understanding and appreciation of other cultures. We are committed to providing relevant instruction pushing our students to be critical thinkers and change makers in an ever-changing world.
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide comprehensive school social work services to parents, students and school staff, addressing barriers that limit a student from receiving full benefit from their educational experience. Respond to referrals from school administration, teachers, the student support team and others by providing direct services and by assisting families in accessing appropriate community resources.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve on student support teams and special education committees at assigned schools in the division
- Review student records to identify previous barriers and/or interventions
- Conduct parent interviews to acquire socio-developmental information as needed for special education referrals
- Analyze information gained through record reviews and interviews to determine environmental impacts and appropriate resource needs; integrate gained information into a written report and oral presentation
- Attend and participate in Manifestation meetings. • Interview students and parents to discuss issues related to non-attendance and develop a plan of action
- Assist the school in following school board regulations for excessive absences and truancy; attend student support team meetings and court intervention
- Develop and implement professional development training for educational staff and parents, as requested
- Provide individual and/or group counseling in response to school-wide crisis
- Respond to referrals requesting verification of residence
- Participate in professional development activities aimed at current trends and best practices for the provision of comprehensive school social work services
- Conduct home visits as a method to access the family and conduct interviews in response to school referrals
- Maintain an ongoing liaison with community agencies and other resources to meet student needs; refers parents and student to agencies when appropriate
- Perform related work as required
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Spanish bilingual preferred
- Prior experience working in a school setting and/or supervised practicum or field experience in an accredited school
- Experience working with diverse backgrounds
- Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
- Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work
- High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills
- Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative.
- Passionate commitment to urban teaching and to high standards of excellence