2026-2027] Elementary School Social Worker
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Social Work
School Social Worker, Bilingual, Child Development/Support -
Education / Teaching
Bilingual, Child Development/Support
[] Elementary School Social Worker
Full-time
Start Date:
Next year opening
Department:
School-based Support
About KIPP KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools preparing students with the skills and confidence needed to create the futures they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 279 schools, nearly 16,500 educators, and 210,000 students and alumni. KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia.
By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students.
KPPS Mission
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
Life at KIPP Philly
At KPPS, we believe that talented, committed, and culturally competent educators and staff are the foundation of our students' success. We work to create a professional community grounded in joy, candor, care, and connection – where every team member can bring their authentic self, grow in their craft, and contribute to meaningful work. Here is what you can expect:
- Commitment to Anti-Racism & Equity: Join a team dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and creating inclusive, culturally responsive schools where all students and staff can thrive.
- Joyful, Inclusive Community: Work in a collaborative, identity-affirming environment that values relationships, celebrates individuality, and supports the well-being of adults and children alike.
- Competitive & Equitable Compensation: Benefit from transparent compensation structures, including performance-based bonuses that recognize meaningful contributions.
- Professional Growth & Leadership Pathways: Access high-quality development – including coaching, workshops, and tailored leadership opportunities – designed to support your long-term career trajectory.
- Authenticity & Belonging: Be part of a culture that encourages you to show up as your full self and contribute to a community rooted in trust and respect.
- People-Centered Excellence: Join colleagues who believe strong relationships and thoughtful preparation drive excellent outcomes—for students and for staff.
- Comprehensive Well-Being Support: Receive whole-person support through coaching, mental health resources, wellness initiatives, and team-building experiences that prioritize your professional and personal growth.
Role Overview: KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools seeks a highly dedicated social worker to join the team. KPPS Social Workers provide the following core services: prevention, intervention, assessment, and collaboration. Social Workers work directly with students to provide effective, evidence-based, high-quality direct services, as well as mezzo and macro opportunities related to the well-being of our students, families and community. Our Social Worker will also work directly with teachers to cultivate their knowledge of students' social and emotional development.
More information on the types of activities common and expected by KPPS Social Workers is found below.
Prevention
- Provide group or 1:1 school-based counseling services to students with and without IEPs as part of a defined caseload.
- Participate in intervention meetings (ex: SAP, MTSS, grade level meetings) to thought partner with teachers and other staff around social and emotional interventions at the school-wide and student specific level.
- Build relationships and collaborate with external community and social services professionals to develop appropriate agency services for students and families.
- Facilitate workshops and other learning opportunities for families.
- Participate on school staff teams to develop policies and practices to proactively build school culture including opportunities for team building and collaboration among students.
- Help drive a school-wide atmosphere that best suits the needs of our students, teachers, and families.
- Facilitate professional development for teachers to…
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