APPLETREE EARLY LEARNING PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL·Washington, District of Columbia
The Licensed School Social Worker supports students, families, and staff by providing social-emotional interventions, behavioral assessments, and classroom consultations. They also act as a liaison for community resources and ensure compliance with school-wide behavior management and special education policies.
AppleTree’s mission is to close the achievement gap before students get to kindergarten.
To accomplish this mission, we focus exclusively on Preschool and Pre-K education.
We provide free, full-day public charter school programming for three- and four-year olds in 11 locations across Washington, DC, employing our innovative and award winning instructional model, called Every Child Ready (ECR).
This instructional model provides educators with tools and resources for “What to Teach”, “How to Teach” and “How to Measure Success.” Our instructional model is also used with partners across the nation.
We continuously test and improve this model through feedback from AppleTree educators, partners and other stakeholders to ensure that children are learning and exploring through play and appropriate instruction.
The Licensed School Social Worker is responsible for the support of teachers, administrators, families and staff in ensuring that AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School (AELPCS) provides optimal support to all children, especially those who need extra support in developing social competencies and those with challenging home situations. The Licensed School Social Worker brings an understanding of the psychosocial development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences to the educational process. Social workers help to ensure that children are physically, socially and emotionally available for instructional experiences that will close the achievement gap before children enter kindergarten.
This is an on-site position based in Washington, DC.
What you’ll do…
Support achievement of all students
Develop an understanding of the school’s mission, culture, response to intervention instructional model and school-wide behavior management plan
Ensure all social work policies and practices align with the school’s mission, culture, response to intervention instructional model and school-wide behavior management plan
Assist in the screening and assessment of students’ social-emotional and behavioral needs, including completing classroom observations
Provide specialized, data-driven consultation to instructional staff to support effective classroom management, preventive interventions and behavior modification plans
Participate in school processes designed to help children in need of extra support, including the Student Support Team and Multi-disciplinary Team
AppleTree’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
At AppleTree, we endeavor to foster an environment where each person’s true self and experience is welcome. We believe that only with a diverse and inclusive environment can you truly celebrate and support all students, families, and staff. Our commitment to diversity is founded on the belief that our community is strengthened by the vibrant exchange that occurs when individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, and heritages share their various perspectives with one another.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in social work or counseling along with appropriate licensure such as LGSW, LICSW, LGPC, or LPC. Previous experience as a social worker or counselor, preferably in an elementary school setting, is required.
Market context
In the District of Columbia, licensed school social workers are typically sought to support student mental health, attendance, and family engagement in school settings. This role is competitive because employers often look for a master’s degree, a valid license, and experience with elementary or early childhood populations, plus familiarity with community mental health resources. Before applying, compare the license and setting preferences closely; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original posting can save you time reviewing the details.
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