Elementary School Social Worker: Student Support & Crisis Intervention

Wayzata Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools is seeking an Elementary School Social Worker for Kimberly Lane Elementary School to support students with and without disabilities.

The position involves consultation with special education and pre-referral teams, direct student support, and collaboration with general education staff. Requires MN licenses in teaching, school counseling, or social work, with a focus on diverse student populations and mental health support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Experience collaborating with general education teams.
• Ability to relate well to elementary students with and without disabilities.
• Experience in supporting students with mental health concerns.

Responsibilities

• Consultation to special education and pre-referral intervention teams.
• Parent contact and communication.
• Individual and small group support for students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Crisis intervention and prevention.
• 504 plan creation and communication as needed.

Skills

Diversity training

Collaborative teaching

Student engagement

Crisis intervention

Education

Minnesota teaching license or School Counselor license or Social Work license

Job description

Wayzata Public Schools is seeking an Elementary School Social Worker for Kimberly Lane Elementary School to support students with and without disabilities.

The position involves consultation with special education and pre-referral teams, direct student support, and collaboration with general education staff. Requires MN licenses in teaching, school counseling, or social work, with a focus on diverse student populations and mental health support.