Foster Care Education Specialist Kind to Kids Foundation is hiring a UGrad Education Specialist to join UGrad Academy, our statewide educational support program for children and youth in foster care. You will manage a caseload of approximately 15 students, with some flexibility depending on student age and service needs , across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties. You will meet with students at schools, homes, and in the community and work as part of each student's team — including teachers, school counselors, Division of Family Services caseworkers, caregivers, and CASA volunteers — to identify educational barriers and put practical solutions in place.

The goal is measurable:

school stability, improved attendance and academic performance, grade promotion, and on-time graduation. This is relationship-based, long-term work. Specialists stay connected with students across school years and placement changes, allowing them to know their students well and see the impact of their work over time. UGrad Academy has been independently evaluated by researchers at Cornell University, with findings published in a peer-reviewed journal demonstrating strong educational outcomes for participating students. What we're looking for Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Education, Counseling, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field; or an Associate's degree with two additional years of relevant professional experience Three or more years of professional experience in child welfare, social work, education, schools, or youth services Must live in Delaware or within reasonable commuting distance of our Newark office Strong organizational skills, sound professional judgment, and the ability to manage a caseload independently Strong written and verbal communication skills Reliable transportation for travel to schools, homes, and community locations throughout Delaware Successful completion of required background checks Helpful, but not required Experience with the Delaware Division of Family Services or Delaware's child welfare system Experience in Delaware public schools or working closely with school districts Familiarity with IEPs, 504 Plans, special education, and educational issues affecting children and youth in foster care Experience with Salesforce or another case-management or data system What we offer $50,000-$52,000 annually, depending on experience Health insurance through UnitedHealthcare, with optional vision and dental coverage 401(k) with employer contribution 15 days of paid time off plus paid holidays Hybrid schedule: in office Tuesdays and Thursdays; field-based and remote work Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays depending on student needs Monday-Friday, generally 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with occasional evening or weekend hours as student needs require Mileage reimbursement for required program travel Genuine work/life balance on a small, collaborative team

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you live in Delaware or within reasonable commuting distance of our Newark office? Do you have professional experience managing a caseload of children or youth?

Education:

Associate (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Newark, DE 19713