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School Counselor

Hiring for 2026-2027 School Year, 12-month position

Boca Prep International School is seeking a School Counselor to join our team. The ideal

candidate should be someone who prioritizes the overall well-being and social-emotional

nature of every student while promoting the development of young people to contribute

proactively to the ongoing work towards a better world.

Founded in 1997, Boca Prep has been providing a student-centered, college-preparatory,

International Baccalaureate (IB) education for students in preschool through 12th grade as

an independent school. The school was IB authorized in 2009 and became an IB World

School in 2016, offering all three programs of the International Baccalaureate, as well as

extracurricular activities, community service, performance programs, and the performing

arts, all emphasized alongside the highest expectations for academic engagement and

attainment. With over 50 countries represented in our student body, Boca Prep has

developed its own community with an international perspective. With small class sizes and

an experienced, caring faculty, we help students become lifelong learners and global

citizens.

Boca Prep is an International Education Systems (IES) school. Students and faculty from IES

schools are members of a worldwide network of international schools that collaborate,

share expertise, and facilitate cultural and linguistic exchanges. IES schools focus on the

individual student through small classes, mentoring, and a personalized learning system. IES

schools stress internationalism, whether through IB programmes or national programmes

that include an emphasis on internationalism, privilege language learning as a key skill in a

globalized world, promote academic rigor, stress the development of character,

self-discipline, and learning how to learn, and are flexible about the distinctive needs of the

different societies and communities that they serve.

The position of the School Counselor:

The counselor is responsible for the overall social and emotional well-being and success of

all students. The tasks under this role include, but are not limited to:

School Counselor

● Provide short-term, solution-focused counseling to students and families seeking

support.

● Understand and be guided by the ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors.

● Provide crisis intervention, including assessment and clinical support during

emergencies (e.g., risk of harm to self or others, mandated reporting situations).

● Provide regularly scheduled in-class guidance lessons for all grade levels, as

appropriate.

● Request and review current student accommodations and IEP plans, and

communicate accommodations to all teachers.

● Set regular meetings to monitor student behavior, convene the student support

team, and communicate with the student’s family.

● Participate in meetings with faculty to support students who exhibit social-emotional

behavioral issues or whose enrollment status may be in jeopardy.

● Provide conflict mediation between students, faculty, and parents for specific issues,

as appropriate.

● Collaborate with divisional leadership to host restorative circles.

● Facilitate group counseling sessions that are responsive to students' needs.

● Provide faculty consultation and student observations.

● Meet with students of concern as needed. Document the meeting, follow up with

parents, and inform school administrators and faculty of all student concerns as

necessary.

● Manage and document counseling cases with professionalism and confidentiality,

including follow-ups and case notes.

● Offer referrals and coordinate access to outside mental health professionals and

community-based resources, based on counselor assessment and family needs.

● Other duties as assigned.

College Counselor

● Own all aspects of the college counseling process for Boca Prep students, including,

but not limited to:

○ Assist students with finalizing college applications prior to the early

action/early decision deadline of senior year.

○ Hold regular workshops to help seniors have a successful college transition.

○ Assist students with registering for College Board tests.

○ Stay abreast of trends related to college admissions by attending webinars,

counselor calls, counselor fly-ins, conferences, and other professional

development opportunities.

○ Support students with their college applications, including their college

essays.

○ Write letters of recommendation for students as needed.

○ Host parent workshops/seminars to explain the college admissions process.

○ Schedule and coordinate on-site college visits at Boca Prep, and advocate for

Boca Prep students with college admissions officers during university visits.

○ Maintain a spreadsheet of all seniors from January to graduation, and bring

forward any concerns about progress to the administration.

○ Teach up to two sections as needed.

School Registrar

● The school registrar will be responsible for maintaining all student transcripts and

records, as well as data entry. The tasks under this role include, but are not limited

to:

○ Conduct enrollment verification (course audits under state standards).

○ Register all new students and maintain registration records on all current

students.

○ Conduct student registration meetings to develop course requests for master

scheduling.

○ Ensure that all students have completed the expected coursework upon

enrollment and that current students are progressing along the expected

course trajectory.

○ Communicate with new families if their child requires additional coursework

prior to being admitted to Boca Prep.

○ Maintain all student academic records/cumulative folders.

○ Prepare and distribute progress reports and report cards to families by

specified dates.

○ Process transcripts upon request.

○ Complete school transfer and withdrawal requests.

○ Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

● Bachelor's degree in school counseling, psychology, guidance, education, or a related

field. Master's degree preferred.

● Three years of successful school counseling experience in an independent school

setting. IB experience preferred.

● A high degree of professionalism, collegiality, and personal conduct both in and

outside of school.

● Effective collaborator with the ability to thrive in a one-person counseling team.

● Proficiency with educational software and technology, including knowledge of

Google Suite.

● Demonstrates a genuine interest in actively participating in the wider Boca Prep

community beyond regular school hours.

● Big-picture thinker with a keen eye for detail.

● Ability, willingness, and judgment to interact and communicate effectively and

positively with all constituents in a school environment.

● Comfortable with ambiguity and change inherent in a school environment;

willingness to adapt and pivot as needed.

● Exhibits a high level of professionalism, respectful collaboration, and exemplary

personal behavior both on and off campus.

● Possesses the discretion, communication skills, and interpersonal awareness to

engage positively with all members of the school community.

● Capable of navigating the dynamic nature of a school setting with flexibility and a

readiness to adjust as circumstances evolve.

● Shows passion and dedication to supporting the School’s mission and vision.

● Commitment to continuous professional growth and development.

● Willingness to be involved in the life of the school.

● Proficiency in the Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.) is required.

● Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.

● Preferred: Bilingual or multilingual abilities.

The compensation package includes a full range of employee benefits.

Boca Prep provides a

competitive salary aligned with an individual’s experience and qualifications. Qualified

candidates should send a resume/CV, a letter of interest, and salary expectations to Chuck

Maddox, Head of School:

ABOUT THE POSITION:
UD Team is a completely unique and revolutionary school model and the position of Dean of School Culture (DSC) is equally unique. The position is responsible for implementing a consistent, positive, and pervasive school culture using a youth development framework that focuses on restorative and therapeutic approaches to behavior and discipline. The DSC is one of the key figures in the school and is responsible for the overall culture and discipline at UD Team.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Urban Dove Team Charter School (UD Team) is a distinctive network of sports-based high schools catering to over-aged, under-credited youth. We fuse a robust academic curriculum with sports-based youth development, ensuring our graduates receive a diploma, a stepping stone for higher education, and essential job skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Foster a climate of high expectations by embodying Urban Dove Team Charter School's vision for school culture
• Fully embrace Restorative practices philosophy in response to student behavior
• Ensure the consistent and fair administration of school policies regarding student conduct and discipline
• Remain fair, decisive, professional, calm and supportive of whole-child development
• Determine and issue consequences for student infractions, communicate consequences to all stake-holders
• Track responses to behavior and analyze trends for policies
• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to take necessary action in behavioral concerns
• Manage and uphold school behavioral expectations
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding student management issues
• Openly and regularly communicate with staff and parents/guardians regarding student behavior
• Be highly visible to students and foster positive, supportive relationships with them
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, and the ability to engage students, parents, colleagues, and community members in supporting youth development
• Closely collaborate with school leaders to maintain a positive, safe school culture
• Cooperate with instructional and guidance teams to implement student supports and interventions
• Plan and lead professional development sessions focused on classroom and school-based interventions that build student's positive character traits, sense of personal and shared responsibility, and ability to self-reflect.
• Be available via phone and/or email throughout the evening and weekend to communicate with families and school leaders
• Attend school events like awards ceremonies, enrollment nights, school productions, and Parent Teacher Conferences.
• Model and exemplify all school core values at all times
• ??Ability to actively engage with students and move throughout the school as needed.
• Ability to navigate stairs and assist with setup or materials as required. Accommodations available per ADA.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Demonstrated ability to “multi-task” and deliver high quality work
• Commitment to the UD Team mission and core values of Teamwork, Leadership, and Communication
• Commitment to the use of restorative practices and a strength-based, youth development approach to student issues
• Ability to function well as part of a team and work independently
• Must be team-oriented, with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, a passion for serving at-risk youth, and a sense of humor

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation: $52,710 to $74,395 annually based on years of experience and education.

Benefits: Urban Dove provides a robust benefits package designed to support employee well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with employer match; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and employee wellness supports

OUR MISSION:
Urban Dove energizes, educates, and empowers young people through our network of UD Team Charter Schools serving over-age/under-credited high school students. UD Team's innovative model uses sports, teams, restorative practices and mentoring to create a culture of high expectations and shared responsibility. By instilling our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Communication, we develop our students into confident young adults ready to reach their full potential.

OUR VISION:
Urban Dove envisions a world where all children receive the high-quality education and support they need and deserve. Through education, they will acquire the critical skills needed to develop into economically, socially, and emotionally independent adults who are empowered to create a more just and equitable society for future generations.

EEOC:
Urban Dove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Compensation details: 52710-74395 Yearly Salary

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ABOUT THE POSITION:
Urban Dove Social Workers support at-risk adolescents through therapeutic interventions, address student and family needs, and collaborate with the Dean to implement Restorative Practices. They also train staff on Social Emotional Development.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Urban Dove Team Charter School (UD Team) is a distinctive network of sports-based high schools catering to over-aged, under-credited youth. We fuse a robust academic curriculum with sports-based youth development, ensuring our graduates receive a diploma, a stepping stone for higher education, and essential job skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide individual and group therapy to ~80 students, either in response to crisis or ongoing, depending on the need 
• Establish partnerships with families, teachers, coaches and outside agencies to provide necessary social and emotional support to students.
• Build strong rapport and work collaboratively with teachers, coaches, support staff and administration to effectively respond to the needs of youth, including but not limited to the development of behavioral intervention plans, crisis response, case planning, 
• Facilitate mediations, restorative circles, community-building circles and harm circles between students and also between students and staff members. 
• Contribute to IEPs as needed
• Keep accurate and updated case notes
• Conduct functional behavioral plans in conjunction with the special education department.
• Work collaboratively with all members of the school team to address the social and emotional needs of students.
• Coordinate services with outside providers (case management) as needed.
• Plan and implement monthly staff development sessions to educate staff on social emotional and restorative practices

• LMSW
• Experience providing direct services to at-risk adolescents 
• Minimum of one year experience in a school, preferably a transfer school
• Desire to devise programming to address the unique needs of our population and ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability to “multi-task” and deliver high quality work
• Commitment to the UD Team mission and core values of Teamwork, Leadership, and Communication 
• Commitment to the use of restorative practices and a strength-based, youth development approach to student issues
• Ability to function well as part of a team and work independently 
• Must be team-oriented, with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, a passion for serving at-risk youth, and a sense of humor   
• ??Ability to actively engage with students and move throughout the school as needed.
• Ability to navigate stairs and assist with setup or materials as required. Accommodations available per ADA.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation: $77,456 to $89,870 annually based on years of experience and education.

Benefits: Urban Dove provides a robust benefits package designed to support employee well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with employer match; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and employee wellness supports

OUR MISSION:
Urban Dove energizes, educates, and empowers young people through our network of UD Team Charter Schools serving over-age/under-credited high school students. UD Team's innovative model uses sports, teams, restorative practices and mentoring to create a culture of high expectations and shared responsibility. By instilling our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Communication, we develop our students into confident young adults ready to reach their full potential.

OUR VISION:
Urban Dove envisions a world where all children receive the high-quality education and support they need and deserve. Through education, they will acquire the critical skills needed to develop into economically, socially, and emotionally independent adults who are empowered to create a more just and equitable society for future generations.

EEOC:
Urban Dove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Compensation details: 77456-89870 Yearly Salary

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Are you passionate about student success and eager to make a difference in their educational journey? RMA Educational Institutions is seeking a dedicated Academic Counselor to join our team. As a Counselor, you will assist students, parents, and RMA staff in understanding graduation requirements, preparing personal graduation plans, and providing crucial information to instructional and assessment staff. Your role will be pivotal in advancing student success in the classroom.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Valid certification as a guidance counselor.
• Preferred: Three years of successful teaching experience.
• Understanding of state test procedures and prior testing experience.
• Experience or training in working with “at-risk” students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and staff.

As a Counselor at RMA, you will develop a master schedule with the Counselor Coordinator and Principal, assisting students and parents with course selection and career planning. You will maintain and protect student records, help students overcome educational challenges, and work to prevent dropouts. Additionally, you will coordinate state testing, prepare personnel for State Assessments, and work with students on instructional difficulties. Convening parent-teacher conferences as needed, assisting with college applications and recommendations, and referring students to external services are also part of your responsibilities. You will prepare and update individual Graduation Plans and high school transcripts, participate in campus committees, and inform students and parents about graduation ceremonies. Computing GPAs and Class Rankings, and attending necessary training.

SANY'S Syracuse Academy of Science Middle School is excited to announce the immediate opening of a Night Cleaner (PT).

Main responsibilities and tasks:

1. To be responsible for cleaning certain parts of the school as allocated by the Operations Manager and following Health & Safety guidelines.

2. The safe use of chemicals and cleaning materials as instructed by the Operations Manager following Health and Safety guidelines and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

3. To operate cleaning machinery in cleaning soft and hard surfaces, eg. vacuum cleaners and polishers following Health & Safety guidelines.

4. To maintain all School standards of hygiene and safety of all Cleaning equipment and Cleaning Closets in your charge.

5. To report any hazards, defects and any relevant factors of breakdowns of equipment that may be detrimental to safe working practices, immediately to the Operations Manager.

6. Duties to include the following:

Vacuum cleaning hard and soft floors

Spot cleaning of spillages

Wiping furniture, ledges, pipes, paintwork, doors and polishing door glass

Emptying and cleaning bins

Cleaning toilets including sanitary fittings and surrounds

Mopping and spray cleaning hard floor surfaces

Wiping and polishing and straightening furniture

Replenishing janitorial supplies in toilets, etc.

Checking and closing windows, switching off lights after work

Such other duties as may be allocated from time to time

Notes: During periods when the school is closed, routine cleaning is undertaken throughout the school. This may include stripping and sealing floors, high-level dusting, wall washing, etc. Other duties as requested.

Equal Opportunity Employer Science Academies of New York is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or those who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Fingerprint clearance through the NYS Department of Education

Job Summary

Are you school-based staff, and ready for a change-of-pace? Are you a counselor, social worker, restorative educator, classroom teacher, or administrator with a passion for youth and behavioral health? OR are you a public health professional, with a background in behavioral health and substance use, that has a passion for youth and school-based implementation? Then this role may be for you!

A full-time Training Lead position is available in the MGH Center for School Behavioral Health (CSBH) located within the MGH Psychiatry Department. Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Training Lead will be responsible for management and oversight for all training and technical assistance projects and activity being conducted by Randi Schuster, PhD, Founding Director of the Center for School Behavioral Health, focused on community-based approaches to address adolescent substance use and its relationship with psychosocial, cognitive, and academic functioning.

The Training Lead will be principally in charge of managing the training and technical assistance of a drug education curriculum developed under the direction of Dr. Schuster in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, as well as potentially other programs as they arise. They will be responsible for coordination and training of school-based intervention facilitators; arrangement of logistics for training days and events; innovation related to training activities; communication and coordination with project and program team members; creation, management and QA of databases and reports for all training related activities. They will report directly to the Project Manager.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Overall implementation and daily management of school- and community-based training in iDECIDE, a drug education and diversion program
• Maintain and update learning management system database; perform audits, including quality control and assurance of all LMS data
• Responsible for primary day-to-day training duties for the iDECIDE program, serving as a central resource for all training related issues, including providing website maintenance, liaising with development for curriculum updates, managing the Learning Management System, and utilizing feedback from trainings to help inform on necessary changes to the materials and the training itself
• Bolsters the infrastructure to support the development and implementation of various technical assistance activities, including (but not limited to) office hours, coaching, learning collaboratives, and implementation site visits
• Maintains monthly budget reports, tracks expenditures, and forecasting for all training related costs
• Schedules regular statewide trainings in the Boston area, Central, and Western Massachusetts.
• Supports national expansion and training efforts led by the Project Manager
• Supports supervision and delegation of work relating to training and technical assistance to Training Coordinators, directed by Project Manager
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BA/BS required
• Working knowledge of the secondary educational system and structure, particularly in Massachusetts, is desired but not strictly necessary
• Passion for supporting youth with mental/behavioral health concerns
• Multi-lingual preferred
• Diverse identities and lived experience preferred

Skills and Competencies Required

• Well-organized, self-motivated, and attentive to detail
• Able to multi-task, problem-solve, and manage time/workload with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills, to effectively communicate with a multidisciplinary team and key stakeholders (school, community agencies, and local/state government)
• Excellent public speaking abilities, including an ability to have a conversational and engaging approach in front of large audiences, while always maintaining professionalism
• Able to work independently and interact with clients and colleagues at all levels of the institution
• Strong problem solving and process management skills
• Able to use data to inform program improvements. The Training Lead should be proficient in using administrative software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). The Training Lead will also be responsible for learning any new Learning Management Systems and Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) systems used for the program

Pay Range

$63,648.00 - $90,750.40/Annual

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

Uncommon High School Science teachers work collaboratively across the network to prepare all students with the tools and knowledge to critically engage in the field of science and develop them into self-directed learners. At the heart of all Science courses is inquiry-based learning, including a robust focus on student discourse and the science practices. Science teachers employ a variety of instructional strategies to develop a passion for scientific questioning and analysis in their students. Our teachers prepare all students such that they have the choice to study and excel in any STEM discipline. We prepare all students to be citizen scientists that have the tools and knowledge to critically engage in the field of science regardless of their university major or professional career. Our teachers become experts in their course content and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students. 

Responsibilities

1.     Instruction

• You’ll teach a curriculum that includes, but is not limited to, analysis of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Sciences that prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework. 
• You'll develop students’ practices skills of questioning, modeling, constructing explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and planning and conducting interactive labs.
• You’ll create an environment where students feel confident using their voice to engage in scientific discourse.
• You will facilitate student-led discourse, during which students use evidence to make sophisticated claims and synthesize and critique arguments. 
• You'll facilitate student-led inquiry of various scientific topics and engage students in lab and project-based performance tasks. 
• You'll work with the Science department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.

2.     Data Analysis

• You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
• You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.

3.     School Culture

• You’ll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
• You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
• You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
• Required Experience:
  • A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
  • Academic expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or other related fields of study. 
  • Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Teacher certification is not a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period after beginning employment.

Additional Information

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $56,000 to $80,000.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000. 

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer). 
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development  
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
  • New Jersey Pension program
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email

10 month, Part Time or Full Time

Reports To: Evening School Principal

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Hours of Operation:

The YouthBuild Evening School Program (YouthBuild Philly Flex) operates on an evening schedule designed for students who work during the day. This role is part-time and requires availability during evening instructional hours, typically 4:00 PM 9:00 PM, along with occasional additional time for planning, professional development, and student events. If you are interested in the full time Social Worker position, hours would straddle the day school program and evening school program in support of all YouthBuild students, a typical schedule would be 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM.

New Staff Orientation is held August 13, 2026 & August 14, 2026.

YouthBuild Orientation (First Day of School) is August 24-27, 2026.

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is a tuition free public charter high school serving young people ages 1720 who have been pushed out of traditional schools. Our program supports students in earning a high school diploma while gaining career exposure, industry certifications, and postsecondary pathways. YouthBuild operates within a restorative, community centered culture grounded in respect, excellence, and perseverance. The Evening School (YouthBuild Philly Flex) is a new program designed for students who are working during the day and need a flexible pathway to earn their diploma and build a career path.

The Evening School Social Worker supports students' social emotional well being and helps remove barriers that impact attendance, persistence, and graduation. This role provides counseling, crisis response, and connection to community resources for students balancing work, family responsibilities, and school. This role requires strong relationship building, collaboration, and a commitment to supporting young adults in achieving academic and postsecondary success.

• Deeply aligned to YouthBuild's mission and believe in second chances and re engagement
• Thrive in fast paced, evolving environments and enjoy building systems from the ground up
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and solutions driven
• Collaborative and relationship centered
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and cross functional projects
• Bring a strong sense of ownership and initiative
• Master of Social Work required
• LSW or LCSW required

Highly preferred

• School Social Worker certification
• Three or more years of school social work or youth case management experience preferred
• Knowledge of Philadelphia based community resources preferred

Prior to the start of the school year, the Evening School Social Worker will participate in onboarding, orientation, and collaborative planning to prepare for the launch of the Evening School Program.

This includes:

• Participating in new staff orientation and professional development
• Collaborating with school leadership and colleagues to understand program structures, schedules, and student supports
• Engaging in curriculum planning and unit preparation prior to the start of instruction
• Preparing classroom systems, materials, and expectations for the start of the school year

• Provide individual and small group counseling to support student social emotional needs
• Provide crisis response and intervention when needed
• Support behavior and de escalation strategies to maintain a safe learning environment
• Collaborate with staff to develop student support and intervention plans
• Collaborate with the specialized services team to ensure student success, by providing teacher input, attending IEP meetings and ensuring all students receive accommodations and modifications per their students' IEPs and/or English language needs
• Track student progress, give frequent actionable feedback to students and communicate student progress to the greater community through PowerSchool
• Connect students and families to community based resources and services
• Support mandated reporting and coordinate with outside agencies when necessary
• Conduct home or community visits when needed to support student success
• Mentor a small cohort of students and support persistence and graduation readiness
• Support postsecondary planning and student goal setting
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance records
• Contribute to a collaborative startup culture and continuous improvement of the Evening School Program
• Perform other duties, as assigned by the Evening School Principal

Compensation for the Part Time Position:

• Competitive hourly rate ($50.00 per hour)
• Option to enroll in our 401(k) savings plan
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Strong community support and involvement
• Generous time off
• Other part time employee hiring options and benefits are available and will be discussed during the hiring process

Compensation for the Full Time Position:

• Competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 based on years of experience, education, and certifications, if applicable.
• Generous time off, school holidays and personal time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) savings plan with an employer match
• Employer paid parental leave, life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability
• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and career growth
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Strong community support and involvement

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.