Founding School Counselor/Social Worker

Excel Academy Charter Schools•Providence, RI

4d•$55,850 - $80,000

About The Position

Excel Academy - Rhode Island is seeking a Founding School Counselor/Social Worker to support the implementation of a variety of school-based treatments for students experiencing social-emotional challenges that interfere with their ability to access and engage in the Excel curriculum. The School Counselor/Social Worker will collaborate with administrations and educators to create conditions that support students in achieving their full potential potential in and out of the classroom. This position will begin in the summer/fall of the 2026-2027 school year and will work with our founding cohort of 9th grade students on a part-time basis.

Requirements

PK-12 Social Worker License
MSW in applicable field of social work from an accredited college or university with an LCSW or LCISW
Minimum of 1 year experience in a school-based setting
A commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel’s values and educational model
A commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education
The ability to focus and thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
The ability to work effectively in a team environment and the willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work
An openness to change, a willingness to problem-solve, and an interest in receiving feedback for continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

Have experience in a public or charter school setting
Speak Spanish, Haitian Creole, Khmer, and Vietnamese
Can clearly articulate the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion and provide examples of how this commitment will be woven into all aspects of the school vision.

Responsibilities

Assess student needs
Provide recommendations based on professional expertise
Manage an ongoing caseload of students
Communicate with parents
Provide counseling and support services for selected students, as needed
Work as part of the Student Support Team
Serve as a productive member of the Excel community
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Understand how your identity markers (including race, class, and gender) impact your leadership.
Demonstrate understanding and respect for the cultures and languages of our communities.
Solicit and welcome collaboration and feedback from colleagues, students, families and the surrounding community.
Understand the impact of historical and structural racism and use this lens in your decision-making.
Take action to demonstrate personal reflections and growth/ be responsive to feedback and lessons learned.