Beginning with Children
School Based Job Descriptions
Beginning with Children
Beginning with Children (BwC) is a Brooklyn based school management organization founded by school reform leaders Joe and Carol Reich over 20 years ago on a deep belief in the power of education. BwC supports two New York City Public Charter Schools and an alumni and college success program that provides education and academic supports for students from Pre-K to college. Our schools, Beginning with Children Charter School 2 and Community Partnership Charter School are located in Bedford Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill and Williamsburgwhere approximately80% of our families qualify for free/reduced lunch. Our hard-working families, face high rates of low-wage employment, and find it increasingly difficult to break the cycle of poverty and continuing injustice which plague these neighborhoods. At BwC we know that academic success and college completion have proven to be the most effective way to promote social and economic mobility. We are committed to creating strong centers of learning that transform the lives of students and families and revitalize communities.
Beginning with Children continues to successfully move K-8 graduates through high school graduation and college enrollment. The success of BwC Scholars is the product of caring, committed and talented educators who work collaboratively with families to meet the needs of our students. As we continue to develop our Professional Learning Community we invite talented and innovative educators to join us in our mission to provide quality instruction to every child in every classroom.
Our Schools
Beginning with Children schools empower scholars to meet high academic standards throughout their education and embrace a set of core values that are essential to success in life. Our graduates will be independent thinkers who are committed to succeeding in college preparatory programs and becoming active and engaged citizens in their communities.
BwCCS2 Mission
BwCCS 2 is a nurturing community that fosters a love of learning and the development of character for students in grades K-5. Our students achieve academic excellence and are prepared to succeed in top performing high schools and colleges. BwCCS 2 students develop and use G.R.I.T. (Good Judgment, Resilience, Integrity, and Teamwork) for personal and community improvement.
CPCS Mission
Community Partnership Charter School, serving grades K-8, is a supportive community that nurtures the talent of the future leaders of tomorrow. Our rigorous academic program teaches students to creatively solve complex problems and explore and develop their own special talents through learning opportunities in and outside of the classroom. Our graduates are well-rounded, engaged students who recognize the importance of perseverance, collaboration and team work.
The Position:
Social Worker
Community Partnership Charter School, Middle School
The social worker leads the school's efforts to ensure that students and families have the emotional support needed for academic, social and emotional success.An integral member of the school community, the social worker liaises with community organizations and resources to enrich our families’ experiences and enhance each child’s development and educational processes.
Responsibilities:
Case Management
Organize, plan, and regularly schedule student meetings around conflict resolution and anger management.
Serve as the point person for all counseling issues that arise in the student body.
Counsel students as needed and as mandated by Individual Education Plans.
Use evidence based practice to effectively develop treatment and intervention plans for students and families.
Maintain close contact with teachers regarding student behavioral plans.
Serve as the liaison to the school’s parent organization.
Keep impeccable records of all school-related actions and initiatives.
Parent Engagement
Develop relationships with community organizations that can help support the school, students, and their families.
Develop an accessible and consistent method of communicating with families
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of external services and resources.
Visit homes of families when necessary.
Character Development
Create a proactive counseling program that prevents crises and supports the academically rich environment of the school.
Serve on special education committee to provide required IEP services.
Organize and/or teach health education, sexual education, leadership, and alcohol/drug prevention courses (etc.) as needed.
Professional Development
Attend all staff meetings and professional development workshops.
Work closely with teachers to help them to better understand and relate with challenging students.
Lead workshops around issues of physical and social development in an effort to proactively address issues.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in social work, school counseling, or school psychology
Minimum two years of previous experience with children and/or families in urban communities
Candidates must be licensed (LSW or LCSW)
Belief in the CPCS mission
Personal Characteristics:
History of professional success in planning, executing, and monitoring treatment plans
Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
Ability to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed
Strong organizational skills
Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor