Social Worker, K-2nd Grades (2026-27 School Year)

Prodeo Academy • Columbia Heights, MN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The School Social Worker at Prodeo Academy supports students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success through trauma-informed, data-driven practices aligned to Prodeo’s core values. This role provides direct services to students, partners closely with families, and collaborates with teachers and staff to address barriers to learning and promote overall school wellbeing. The position includes case management, assessments, crisis intervention, staff consultation, and coordination with community resources, while maintaining strong communication, documentation, and professional standards. The School Social Worker serves as a key member of school-based teams, working to close the opportunity gap and foster positive, inclusive learning environments for all scholars. ABOUT PRODEO Prodeo Academy is a network of public charter schools serving the Twin Cities. Prodeo Academy is a meaningful education solution that is closing the opportunity gap through data-driven instruction in a culture grounded in five core values: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Engagement . Shared expectations around these values enhance the opportunity for scholars to reach their full potential. We seek team members who are committed to helping students access greater opportunities, achieve future success, and contribute positively to their communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required; Master’s Degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Active LSW or beyond through the MN Board of Social Work and an active School Social Worker license through PELSB, or ability to obtain.
• Significant experience in child welfare, education or juvenile justice system (5 or more years) required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively and relate comfortably with parents, children and youth with special needs and their families, while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Demonstrated skill in accurate and timely documentation for social work practice.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize community resources, including multicultural resources.
• Ability to build individual relationships and facilitate group interaction.
• Excellent public relations skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with diverse individuals, and demonstrate cultural competency.
• Strong organizational, planning and coordination skills.
• Ability to mediate, manage conflict and perform successful negotiations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Anu Family Services staff and other key stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and cognitive skills in analysis, assessment, creative and critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making.
• High level of computer competency in Windows environment required, and familiarity with search engines and search technology preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License, auto insurance, reliable transportation and ability to travel.
• Commitment to Prodeo Academy’s mission and values.
• Strong collaboration and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners.
• Data-driven approach to instruction and decision-making.
• Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Cultural responsiveness and sensitivity.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong ethical judgment.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students and families.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with youth and/or family-based services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize, model, and teach trauma-informed responses to behavior.
• Conduct classroom meetings and psycho-educational social skills groups and classroom presentations on identified areas of concerns, as needed.
• Provide social work case management, risk assessments and functional behavior assessments, as needed.
• Identify and assess academic problems through analysis of factors impinging on student adjustment, including factors in the home, school, and community.
• In conjunction with school staff, assist with crisis intervention services, as needed.
• Visit with families whose youth are more significantly challenged in school.
• Use parent coaching interventions to assist families in managing challenging behaviors and decreasing trauma responses.
• Serve as a liaison between families and the school to positively promote collaborative processes in educational planning for students by encouraging parent/guardian participation in the school setting.
• Provide parent/guardian educational workshops on identified issues related to child development, stress reduction, discipline and safety, and teacher/parent/student communication.
• Establish communication and positive connections between the parent/guardian and school around identified issues.
• Locate and collaborate with community services and resources to support families in order to foster students’ educational and emotional functioning.
• Ensure systemic wellbeing of Prodeo Academy and its teachers and staff by promoting a culture of wellbeing.
• Provide staff consultation regarding issues impacting student participation in the learning process.
• Provide staff development to teach and model trauma-informed behavioral supports to teachers and staff.
• Provide classroom observation, when requested, for the purpose of observing students in various environments.
• Support teachers and staff in addressing non-academic challenges to learning youth may have, due to external factors influencing their readiness for learning.
• Collaborate with school staff and other school system personnel in implementing strategies to promote student learning.
• Develop programs and interventions to assist parent/guardian participation in the school, and engagement in the educational process.
• Attend and participate in trainings, regular supervision with both Prodeo and Anu.
• Communicate in an effective and timely manner with Anu and Prodeo staff.
• Participate as a member of school-based teams to develop interventions for promoting students’ academic success.
• Serve on both school-based and system-wide committees to address educational issues, adjustment problems, safety issues, and program development for students, as requested.
• Maintain required clinical records and submit appropriate documents for outcome reports, with adherence to program standards in school social work, in a timely manner.
• Actively participate through giving and seeking input from supervisor(s) and colleagues in supervision, case reviews and other clinical meetings to ensure broad consultation and best practice approaches to the most difficult cases.
• Participate as team member with Prodeo Academy staff, youth and their families, as well as colleagues at Anu Family Services, to ensure continuity of services to youth, which promote educational success.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families and staff regarding student needs and progress.
• Check and respond to team and family communication within 24–48 business hours .
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance, which is an essential function of the role.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the school and organization.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retirement planning through Teacher's Retirement Association (TRA)/Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) and optional 403B plans.
• Generous Paid time off, federal holidays, and academic breaks throughout the school year.
• Leadership Development Opportunities including Grade Team Leadership, Instructional Coach, Data Team Leadership, and Extracurricular Coaching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level