High School Social Worker — College Readiness & SEL Support

Freire Schools; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Delaware state pension plan

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Freire Charter Wilmington, part of Freire Schools, is seeking a School Social Worker to support students in grades 8–12 with college readiness, academics, and social-emotional growth. You will connect students with academic, counseling, and personal supports to help them graduate prepared for what's next.

The role requires a School Counseling or School Social Work Certification (DE), strong communication and relationship-building skills, and experience working with urban youth and families.

Qualifications

• School Counseling or School Social Work Certification (DE)
• Positive attitude, sense of humor, and a whatever-it-takes mindset when it comes to supporting students
• Demonstrated success working with and building trust among urban youth and their families
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Naviance and College Board strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitor student academic performance, behavior, attendance, and social-emotional well-being, connecting students to appropriate supports as needed
• Serve as liaison between students, parents, and teachers on academic, behavioral, and social-emotional matters
• Provide brief individual or small-group counseling and support during crisis situations
• Guide students through the college process, including applications, financial aid, and College Board requirements
• Coordinate referrals to outside agencies and community resources as needed
• Attend key grade-level and student support meetings

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Interpersonal skills

Education

School Counseling or School Social Work Certification (DE)

Tools

Naviance

College Board

Job description

Freire Charter Wilmington, part of Freire Schools, is seeking a School Social Worker to support students in grades 8–12 with college readiness, academics, and social-emotional growth. You will connect students with academic, counseling, and personal supports to help them graduate prepared for what's next.

The role requires a School Counseling or School Social Work Certification (DE), strong communication and relationship-building skills, and experience working with urban youth and families.