Elementary Social Worker

ServingSchools; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Benefits

Job summary

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full-time Special Education/General Education Social Worker to support students with IEP goals and provide related social work services to general education populations in grades K-4. The role emphasizes collaboration, participation in IEP meetings, and timely completion of Maine paperwork.

Qualified candidates will have a Master of Social Work with Maine LCSW certification and demonstrate knowledge of interventions, teamwork, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• MSW degree with Maine LCSW certification or eligible for licensure.
• Experience with IEP meetings and social-emotional supports in school settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a special education team.

Responsibilities

• Provide related social work services to students with IEP goals and General Education students needing social work support.
• Support students in grades K-4 with social-emotional needs across individual, group, and classroom settings.
• Complete Maine State paperwork and meet special education timelines.
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with educators and families.

Skills

Social Work

IEP Meetings

Collaboration

Interventions

Education

MSW / Master of Social Work

Maine LCSW Certification

Job description

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full time Special Education/General Education Social Worker to support and provide related services to students that have Social Work goals on their Individual Education Plans as well as support and provide Social Work services to our General Education population that need services individually, group, or within classrooms. The position will require working with students in grades K-4 with social-emotional needs and challenges that require support. The position requires: the eagerness to be part of a dynamic team, knowledge of interventions, and participation in IEP meetings. The Social Worker will provide comprehensive services, complete State of Maine paperwork requirements and meet special education timelines. The qualified candidate will be provided: competitive salaries and benefits, three college courses paid each year (University rate), continued professional development, and opportunities for summer employment. The Social Worker will become part of our devoted, friendly, and collaborative special education team.

Westbrook School District Special Services Department provides student-centered instruction to support the diverse learning needs of students districtwide, in grades kindergarten through high school. Our innovative and dedicated staff employ evidence based literacy and mathematics programs to promote student success. We offer programming and a variety of related services across a continuum of settings. These programs foster a learning community that supports student's academic, social-emotional, functional, and pre-vocational needs. Our Special Services Department offers a collaborative work environment that sets high expectations for our staff and students. Our commitment to students and families is unsurpassed. Our culturally rich and equity focused district fosters an environment where staff and students work together to fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life.

As a small neighborhood school, Canal believes in working collaboratively with families and the community to support all our students. Strong relationships within our school community and with community partnerships enable us to foster academic growth while supporting social, emotional, and basic needs. We customize our instructional practices to best support our population through the inclusion of Title 1, Multilingual, Special Education, Alternative Learning, Gifted and Talented, and counseling services in our family atmosphere. Through our work with PBIS and BARR we build on student assets and school pillars to cultivate and grow strong connections and caring relationships.

Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state in a growing suburb of Portland, Maine's largest city, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district. All voices are heard in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education. We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!

This is a position within the Teachers' Collective Bargaining Agreement. The range of salary is $52,393 to $98,248 depending on experience and education. The CBA may be found here.

Certification: Maine State Certification Masters of Social Work/LCSW

EOE

Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce to support a vibrant, culturally rich, and equity-focused school district.