Empowering School Social Worker — Special Education

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Michigan; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker for the Special Education program at Ypsilanti Community High School. The role focuses on goal setting, behavior management, and coordinating community services for students.

Responsibilities include evaluating eligibility for special education, delivering individual and small-group sessions, and collaborating with staff and families to support students’ needs.

Qualifications

• Requires a Masters degree and MI School Social Worker license.
• Experience working with adolescents with special needs is preferred.
• Ability to explain and implement effective behavior support plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and families in obtaining community services.
• Provide group and individual sessions on behavior and goal setting.
• Participate in student evaluations for special education eligibility and eligibility reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Masters degree

Michigan School Social Worker license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker for the Special Education program at Ypsilanti Community High School. The role focuses on goal setting, behavior management, and coordinating community services for students.

Responsibilities include evaluating eligibility for special education, delivering individual and small-group sessions, and collaborating with staff and families to support students’ needs.