Who We Are
“Developing Leaders for the Renaissance of New York”
Renaissance is based on the conviction that a change in the destiny of a single individual can lead to a change in the destiny of a community, nation, and ultimately humankind. Our mission as a PK-12 school is to foster educated, responsible, and humanistic young leaders who will spark a renaissance in New York through their own personal growth. Our graduates will be global citizens with an abiding respect for peace, human rights, the environment, and sustainable development.
In a small, village-like setting, Renaissance provides a supportive environment. Staff and parents work together to teach the whole student, developing their academic, leadership, and social-emotional skills. For more information about The Renaissance Schools’ mission, model, and programs, please visit us at rencharters.org.
Compensation & Benefits
The Renaissance Charter School offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. As a UFT-unionized charter school, we proudly offer:
- Salary matching the New York City Public School system salary schedules
- City and Union medical benefits
- Health and welfare benefits
- Enrollment in the pension system
Who You Are
- Mission-Driven: You are excited by our mission and dedicated to supporting the success of all students academically and social-emotionally.
- Passionate & Adaptable: You love working with a population of students who range in age and social-emotional needs.
- Culturally Responsive: You enjoy and/or have experience working with diverse populations of students and communities.
- Growth-Minded: You are committed to continuous learning through professional development and reflective practice.
- Collaborative: You want to work in a community where teachers, administrators, and staff collaborate and practice meaningful shared decision-making.
- Professional: You consistently meet expectations regarding punctuality, reliability, and professionalism in both conversation and writing.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs to develop tailored intervention plans.
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions focused on mental health, behavioral health, and conflict management strategies.
- Collaborate closely with teachers, administrators, families, and external professionals to coordinate support services for students with disabilities or those experiencing crises.
- Implement multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) frameworks to address varying levels of student needs through proactive interventions.
- Manage crisis intervention situations efficiently, ensuring immediate safety and connecting students and families with appropriate community resources.
- Facilitate culturally responsive counseling that respects and celebrates students’ diverse backgrounds while promoting inclusive practices.
- Maintain accurate documentation of interventions, case notes, and compliance with educational regulations and confidentiality standards.
Requirements
- Valid licensure as a School Social Worker or Clinical Social Worker with appropriate state certification or licensing.
- Proven experience working with children and adolescents in educational or clinical settings.
- Knowledge of child protective services procedures, child welfare laws, and crisis management protocols.
- Expertise in behavioral health, mental health care, special education requirements, and conflict management techniques.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, families, healthcare providers, and community agencies to support student success.
- Experience working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds and understanding of cultural diversity counseling practices.
- Familiarity with Childcare regulations, educational compliance standards, and multi-tiered intervention models such as MTSS.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
