School Social Worker

AnthroMed Education (School Services); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) match

Parental leave

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Professional development

Materials stipend

Continuing education

Paid Time Off

Referral bonuses

Job summary

AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate School Social Worker for early childhood, serving preschool students across two DC campuses. The on-site role involves direct and consultative work, with a 20-25 direct caseload and collaboration with educators and families.

The position runs 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–4:15 PM, during the 2026-2027 school year, with a competitive compensation package and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Washington, DC Department of Health Social Work license is required.
• LGSW accepted; LCSW preferred for seniority and eligibility.
• Experience in school-based settings is preferred.
• Experience with preschool or early childhood populations is preferred.
• Knowledge of IEPs, evaluations, FBAs, and BIPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based social work services for preschool students aged 3-5.
• Participate in evaluation processes and contribute to eligibility decisions.
• Conduct FBAs and assist in developing and implementing BIPs.
• Support IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring.
• Deliver behavioral consultation to teachers and classroom teams.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed.
• Collaborate with educators, psychologists, therapists, administrators, and families.
• Respond to consultation and evaluation requests from teachers and parents.
• Support MTSS/RTI initiatives and early intervention practices.
• Maintain timely documentation in compliance with timelines and regulations.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Cultural competence

MTSS/RTI familiarity

Crisis intervention

Education

DC Social Work License (LGSW accepted)

LCSW preferred

Job description

School Social Worker – Early Childhood (Full-Time)

Washington, DC | 2026-2027 School Year

AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate and collaborative School Social Worker to join a highly supportive early childhood team serving preschool students (ages 3-5) across two campuses in Washington, DC. This is an excellent opportunity for a social worker who enjoys working with young learners, partnering with educators and families, and making a meaningful impact during a child's earliest years of education.

This full-time, onsite position serves two school locations, spending approximately 2-3 days at each campus based on student needs.

• Location: Washington, DC (2 campuses)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:45 AM-4:15 PM
• 40 hours per week
• School Year: August 10, 2026 – June 17, 2027
• Onsite Position

About the Role

You’ll support preschool students receiving special education services while collaborating closely with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families. The anticipated direct-service caseload is approximately 20-25 students, though responsibilities extend beyond direct therapy to supporting the broader school community through consultation, behavior support, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based social work services for preschool students ages 3-5
• Participate in the evaluation process and contribute to special education eligibility decisions
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and assist in developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Support IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring
• Deliver behavioral consultation to teachers and classroom teams
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed
• Collaborate regularly with educators, psychologists, therapists, administrators, and families
• Respond to consultation and evaluation requests from teachers and parents
• Support school-wide MTSS/RTI initiatives and early intervention practices
• Maintain timely documentation while ensuring compliance with special education timelines and regulations

Qualifications

• Active Washington, DC Department of Health Social Work License
  • LGSW accepted
  • LCSW preferred
• Experience working in school-based settings preferred
• Experience with preschool or early childhood populations strongly preferred
• Knowledge of special education processes, IEPs, evaluations, FBAs, and BIPs
• Familiarity with MTSS/RTI frameworks is a plus
• Strong collaboration, communication, and consultation skills
• Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to effectively support diverse students, families, and communities

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Join a collaborative team of experienced school social workers serving multiple campuses
• Work alongside educators and clinicians who value teamwork and professional growth
• Receive mentorship, structured resources, behavioral assessment templates, and ongoing support
• Serve within a diverse, multicultural school community committed to student success
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact during children’s most important developmental years

Compensation

$70,000-$90,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Why AnthroMed Education?

At AnthroMed, we are committed to supporting the clinicians who support students. Our team provides consistent clinical guidance, outstanding benefits, and personalized support throughout the school year.

• Competitive W-2 salary paid every Friday
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance ($0 payroll deduction)
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% beginning on day one
• Paid parental leave
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Optional supplemental Life, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
• Clinical support from experienced school-based clinicians
• Access to an exclusive therapy materials database with 600+ resources
• $300 annual materials stipend
• Free continuing education subscription
• AnthroMed-sponsored professional development opportunities
• Licensure guidance and ongoing support
• Referral bonuses up to $2,000
• Paid Time Off that increases with tenure

If you’re passionate about early childhood mental health, collaborative problem-solving, and helping young students thrive in school, we’d love to connect with you!