Company Description

Innova Girls Academy Charter School is on a mission to help Rochester's girls see themselves as leaders and problem solvers. A STEAM based school, all students will engage daily in culturally relevant project-based learning that builds confidence and a love of learning. Our school is designed with these 6 key elements in mind:

• STEAM Education for All: We believe that the future belongs to those who create. Our students deserve access to an education that equips them with the skills required to create innovative solutions that will drive society. Every day our students will take math, science, and computer science courses.
• Culturally Relevant Curriculum: We believe that all girls in Rochester are capable of academic excellence. We believe in fostering an academic environment that nurtures curiosity. We commit to providing access to college-prep curriculum that challenges and engages our students.
• Equitable Supports for all Students: With our focus on providing access to a challenging curriculum, we also know that we must commit to developing supports to students that position them to rise to the challenge each and every day. Through small group instruction and technology-integrate classrooms, each student will have access to unique, data-driven supports.
• Excellence in Teaching: We believe that each moment at school should work in service of academic and social/emotional development. In order to maximize our time with students, we have designed an extended school day. Efficient systems for teachers and students will put the focus on learning. We will use educational technology to streamline our work. We will support teachers to grow and develop as professionals.
• A Girl Scouts School: We are proud to partner with the Girl Scouts of Western New York. All girls who attend Innova Girls Academy will have the opportunity to also become a Girl Scout. Students will engage in leadership development and STEAM activities prepared by the Girl Scouts every day at school. With more than 100 years of demonstrated girl-empowerment, we are thrilled to continue the tradition of developing leaders through the Girl Scouts programming at Innova Girls Academy.
• An All-Girls Setting: We commit to designing an educational experience specifically with Rochester girls in mind. Traditionally, co-ed schools have lacked opportunities for young women to develop confidence of voice in STEAM. Our single gender school will focus on breaking down stereotype threat and proving that women belong as leaders in STEAM. With a focus on leadership, our students will graduate with the confidence to make changes in the world around them.

Job Description

• Provides individual counseling, small group counseling and parent education & training as prescribed by each student’s IEP for assigned caseload.
• Maintains current knowledge in special education and clinical fields.
• Assists in the preparation of IEPs and student success plans.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service training as required and/or requested.
• Demonstrates, promotes and practices cultural sensitivity towards students and staff through respect and understanding.
• Completes referrals for students and/or families to receive specialized clinical treatment services beyond the scope of practice of school counseling as needed and maintain collateral contact as appropriate.
• Provides crisis prevention and intervention for youth and families.
• May represent the School at CSE, DSS/Family Court and other community agencies related to service provision.
• Complies with content and timeframe documentation requirements for external reporting specific to program licensing agency (e.g. NYSED).
• Maintains responsibility for accuracy in record keeping, including student’s individual educational plan.
• Collaborates and communicates with students and families on an ongoing basis to maximize their leadership and involvement in the school placement and all services therein.
• Acts as an advocate and al liaison for the student and the family as they interface with their school district and/or other community resources and services.
• Collaborates and coordinates case planning and progress internally through team meetings and individual contacts with other disciplines.
• Coordinates treatment planning and student progress internally through planning and review team meetings and contacts with other disciplines.
• Fulfills all legal requirements as a Mandated Reporter under NYS law and professional ethical standards.

Qualifications

Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited institution, NYS current/active LMSW; LCSW preferred.

Strong interpersonal skills with students, families, staff, and stakeholders.

Exemplary written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to balance competing demands on time and resources.

Ability to form, lead, and participate effectively on teams. Creative problem-solving. Commitment to quality improvement. Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Additional Information

Our unique staffing plan for each grade level will ensure that teachers are able to focus on cultivating strong curriculum by content area. Each grade level team will have the following teachers:

• One grade level generalist teacher (ex: 1st grade generalist)
• One grade level special education teacher (ex: 1st grade SPED teacher)
• One grade level math specialist (ex: 1st grade Math teacher)
• One grade level ELAspecialist (ex: 1st grade ELA teacher)

In addition to this teaching team, there will be one STEAM teacher and one English as a New Language (ENL) specialist for every two grade levels. Please note: all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Additionally, please note: The address listed is our temporary office for administration. We will update all candidates when the school location has been established.