SY25/26 LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE SOCIAL WORKER AUGUST-DECEMBER

Who is the Boston Renaissance Charter Public School? The mission of Boston Renaissance Charter Public School is to foster academic, social, and emotional growth while building confidence, character, and citizenship. We achieve this through a whole-child educational approach that emphasizes academic excellence aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core Standards. Additionally, we prioritize social and emotional well-being, supported by a dedicated team of mental health professionals and comprehensive staff training. What do we believe about our students? At the Boston Renaissance Charter Public School we believe children learn best when they feel loved and connected to caring adults. Education should equip them with knowledge, skills, and personal attributes for success in a changing world. We emphasize inspiring students to dream big and believe no goal is beyond their reach. What do we believe about Diversity Equity and Inclusion? At Boston Renaissance Charter Public School we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. We strive to create an anti-racist environment that educates the whole child while celebrating and respecting all differences. We are committed to continuously auditing systems to address biases and actively working to eliminate inequities, ensuring a welcoming environment for all community members, regardless of background or identity. What do we believe about our staff? At Boston Renaissance Charter Public School we believe highly qualified, student centered and cultural responsive educators are at the center of the work we are doing. Teachers are seen as leaders with a responsibility to be self-reflective learners, constantly improving their practice. We are looking for teachers who:

• Prioritize Student Growth: Educators who are committed to fostering academic excellence while supporting students’ social and emotional well-being.
• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion: Individuals who value and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive classroom where every student feels respected, valued, and empowered.
• Innovate and Inspire: Creative thinkers who use engaging, student-centered teaching strategies to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning.
• Collaborate and Lead: Team players who actively collaborate with colleagues, students, and families, and who are ready to take on leadership roles within the school community.
• Commit to Continuous Growth: Lifelong learners who reflect on their practice, seek feedback, and are dedicated to professional development and personal growth.

General Description: The purpose of a school social worker is to provide critical social/emotional support and intervention so that each student can access his/her education. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement school, district and department policies.
• Collaborate with the team on curriculum and students needs.
• Create and manage effective communication with parents, community based organizations, and universities.
• Share in preparation of individualized education plans, as it relates to mental health goals of students.
• Collaborates in the development of behavioral intervention plans.
• Provide home based assessments as indicated by need of student, school or district.
• Provide counseling, case management and crisis intervention as indicated by need of the student, teacher or district.
• Maintain professional competencies in areas of responsibilities.
• Maintain a student database.
• Participate in student based grade level, administrative, and discipline meetings.
• Responsible for investigating and filling 51A reports.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Participate in the pre- referral process of special education.
• Commit to increasing the positive climate between and amongst peers.
• Seek professional development.

Qualifications:

• Meets the standards of highly qualified as outlined by federal mandate, No Child Left Behind.
• Hold a Masters degree in related field;
• Certification in School Social Work.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an elementary school setting.
• High interest / experience with the social / emotional / academic needs of urban children.
• LCSW required.