Social Worker

Paterson Public School District; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District in Paterson, New Jersey, invites applications for a Social Worker in the 655 Special Education Services unit. This full-time role requires a valid New Jersey School Social Worker certificate and a clean driving license, with a focus on supporting students and families and collaborating with education teams.

Starting immediately, the position offers full-time hours and a salary range of $64,830 to $107,699 per year.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid New Jersey School Social Worker certificate.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license with no serious violations.
• Demonstrate integrity and good character and initiative.
• Experience in teaching and working with children and adolescents.
• Knowledge of child growth and development, community social service resources, and current social work issues.
• Understanding of rules/regulations regarding Child Study Team and SPED assessment/program requirements.
• Interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management and information retrieval.

Skills

NJ School Social Worker certificate

Driver's license

Integrity and character

Experience with children and teens

Knowledge of child development and CSW

Understanding of SPED rules

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Computer literacy

Tools

Word processing

Data management

Job description

Paterson Public School District 655 SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Social Worker

Paterson Public School District 655 SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Paterson Public School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5917305

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Hold a valid New JerseySchool Social Worker certificate
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license with no serious violations.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Have experience in teaching and working with children and adolescents.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, community social service resources, and current social work issues.
• Demonstrate an understanding of current rules and regulations regarding Child Study Team and special education assessment and program requirements.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and the interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and affirmatively action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $64,830 to $107,699 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]