Anticipated Opening - CST Social Worker 26/27

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hoboken Public School District seeks a Districtwide School Social Worker to support students' learning and social‑emotional adjustment. You will provide assessment, consultation, and intervention, and collaborate with school personnel, families and the Child Study Team to develop programs for students with disabilities.

Requirements include a Master's Degree and the New Jersey School Social Worker Endorsement, familiarity with NJ Special Education Code, and the ability to maintain

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required.

Responsibilities

• To serve as a consultant to school personnel in dealing with learning and social emotional adjustment of children.
• To provide assessment, consultation, and/or intervention to help students meet educational goals.
• To serve as a member of the Child Study Team assisting in identification, diagnosis, classification and development of appropriate programs for all students with disabilities pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14.
• Administer standardized functions and informal assessments linked to curriculum and instruction, behavior, and cognitive aptitude of students.
• Maintain records of student progress and report results in writing; interpret results for programming.
• Participate in data-driven decision making to ensure Least Restrictive Environment; assist in development of strategies for social/emotional adjustment.
• Provide counseling to students and develop IEPs; coordinate transitions for students 14+.
• Identify and report child abuse and neglect; maintain confidentiality.

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Position Type:

Districtwide Teaching and Support

Date Posted:

8/31/2026

Location:

District

Date Available:

09/23/2026

Welcome to the Hoboken Public School District! Please find below an exciting opportunity for a prospective or current educator to join the Hoboken Public School District family! To get to know us a bit better, please visit our website and social media platforms to see the most current happenings in our amazing and diverse district:

• https://www.hoboken.k12.nj.us/
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/HobokenSchools
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• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HPSVideoHighlights

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master's Degree
• New Jersey School School Social Worker Endorsement
• Familiar with current testing instruments and NJ Special Education Code
• Clear criminal history background check
• Proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Working with students, school personnel, parents and others:

• To serve as a consultant to school personnel in dealing with matters pertaining to the learning and social emotional adjustment of children.
• To provide assessment, consultation, and/or intervention in order to help students meet their educational goals.
• To serve as a member of the Child Study Team assisting in the identification, diagnosis, classification and development of appropriate programs for all students with disabilities pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14.
• Administer standardized functions and informal assessments linked to curriculum and instruction, behavior, and cognitive aptitude of students. Identify children with specific needs and report results in a written format. Interpret results so that relevant programming can be provided.
• Establish and maintain adequate records of student progress in essential instructional areas and related support services.
• Assume an active, cooperative role on the Child Study Team responding to referrals from Intervention and Referral Services Committee and parents as applicable.
• Utilize data from multiple sources to create data-driven decisions regarding student's needs/programming, and to ensure compliance with Least Restrictive Environment mandates as specified in N.J.A.C 6A:14.
• Assist in development and implementation of strategies for school personnel to promote social/or emotional adjustment in the school setting, and help school personnel to understand the etiology of learning and behavior, particularly for exceptional children who may require special education.
• Work closely with parents, guardians, and extended families to promote a harmonious relationship between home and school.
• Regularly observe and/or work with the students on caseload in accordance with the students' documented needs and case management.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth opportunities. Share knowledge gained, as appropriate, with peers and colleagues.
• Follow mandated procedures and timelines in accordance with N.J.A.C 6A:14 in the evaluation process.
• Maintain the confidential records of students and ensure they are kept in a secure location.
• Provide professional case management including monitoring and evaluating the education program for assigned students.
• Provide counseling to students.
• Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) for those children requiring special education assistance.
• Participate in educational planning and scheduling.
• Serve as a consultant to school personnel and parents to deal with learning and adjustment problems of students.
Coordinate transition planning, which includes vocational, work or college planning for students 14 years old or older.
• Assist students with problems that affect their adjustment in school.
• Assure compliance with state and federal laws, regulation, policies and procedures.
• Maintain close liaison with agencies and specialized professions who may have occasion to deal with the educational or adjustment problems of students.
• Consult with teachers in designing intervention plans, make recommendations for resolving problems of individual students, and provide remediation (e.g. counseling, behavior management).
• Communicate information on the student's program and progress to the teacher, principal, parent/guardian.
• May provide consultation and training to educational staff regarding techniques, materials, and programs to address academic and/or behavioral needs.
• Identify and report child abuse and neglect situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education, Supervisor of Special Education and Building Adminstration

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain productive relationships with parents and other staff members
• Maintain records of students' progress
• Maintain professional competence and pursue continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities
• Participate in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees, and other school system groups
• Make effective use of community engagement
• Assume other related duties/assignments assigned by the Superintendent or Director of Special Services.

Mandatory New Staff Orientation - Last Week of August

Compensation: As per HEA Contract