2026-27 Social Worker-Kruse Elementary School

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 89,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Access to employee clinic

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Fort Collins is seeking a Social Worker for the 2026-27 academic year. The role involves providing social work services to children and families, conducting assessments, and collaborating with educators. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Social Work and a valid Colorado Special Services license. The position offers a salary range of $58,000 - $89,278 annually and includes comprehensive benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Experience with students with emotional disabilities preferred.
• Valid Colorado driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services to children and families.
• Conduct assessments and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with school staff to enhance student outcomes.
• Engage with families in student education.

Skills

Individual intervention assessments

Collaboration with teachers and staff

Support for social-emotional needs

Documentation and progress tracking

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Valid Colorado Special Services license

Job description

Application Notice

Please note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on March 20, 2026. The posting expires automatically after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5551907.

Instructions

Please apply directly on our job board via the external link provided. Applications submitted through Connecting CO will not be reviewed. Apply directly through our job board: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5551907.

Position Overview

2026-27 Social Worker position at Kruse Elementary School. Percentage: 100%. Work calendar days: 188. Duration: Ongoing.

Benefits include: health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk‑in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.

Pay: Determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range: $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 6th, 2025).

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing social work services to children, youth, and families in the PSD community. Collaborate with teachers, principals, District Integrated Services staff and community to provide services and resources for students and families.

JOB TASKS

• Perform individual intervention assessments on students, write clear and concise diagnostic results, and maintain necessary documentation of student assessments.
• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: a. Individual, measurable, long‑term, and short‑term objectives based on student identified needs. b. Referrals to, and consultations with, other appropriate agencies. c. Effective working schedule.
• Apply techniques, strategies, and intervention to enhance/motivate students to meet IEP goals and objectives and evaluate student performance based on IEPs.
• Provide: a. Direct services to specified students to meet social‑emotional needs. b. Direct services/consultation to families and staff on intervention strategies for dealing with children. c. In‑service training in child abuse and other topics as appropriate.
• Assist: a. Teachers in developing instructional modifications to meet students' needs. b. With establishing clear expectations for appropriate student behavior.
• Monitor student progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
• Communicate students' progress and needs with parents and other staff as needed.
• Collaborate: a. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to improve student outcomes. b. With colleagues in team and building‑based meetings and discussions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student's education. c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Participate in: a. Multi‑disciplinary diagnostic and placement teams. b. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions. c. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. d. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. e. Professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Experience working with students with significant identifiable emotional disabilities in a school setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado driver's license.
• Valid Colorado Special Services license with Social Worker endorsement required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.
• Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail].