INSTRUCTIONAL VACANCY POSTING FOR 2025-2026
The following instructional vacancy is listed in the Human Resources Department for the 2025-2026 school year. Internal applicants must present a valid Transfer Request Form.
POSTING PERIOD
April 1, 2025 until filled
POSITION
School Social Worker
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
(1) Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited educational institution.
(2) Hold or be eligible for certification by the State of Florida in School Social Work.
(3) Valid Florida Driver’s License.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of child development, mental health issues, and family dynamics. Ability to interview, assess, and evaluate. Skills in oral and written communication. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with students, teachers, and families. Ability to organize and to manage time. Knowledge of available services and how to access them.
REPORTS TO
Director, Exceptional Student Education
SUPERVISES
N/A
JOB GOAL
To improve the academic achievement, behavioral / social skills, and emotional well-being of all students through either direct contact with students or through testing and consultations with other professionals.
PLANNING / PREPARATION
*(01) Participate in planning and developing programs and/or services to students.
*(02) Participate in IEP committees as needed to help meet the needs of identified students.
*(03) Use time efficiently.
*(04) Establish long and short range plans based on student needs, District, State and Federal requirements.
*(05) Plan and prepare intervention and integrated strategies that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
*(06) Assist in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous growth.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
*(07) Prepare and maintain records as required.
*(08) Write and maintain social services reports pertaining to referrals for special programs.
*(09) Demonstrate organizational skills.
*(10) Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.
*(11) Use appropriate intervention and service coordination techniques that meet the specific needs of the learner.
ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT
*(12) Assist in early identification of students’ school related problems.
*(13) Prepare and interpret social and developmental histories and assessments.
*(14) Participate in evaluation of the effectiveness of programs and services.
*(15) Observe and interview children in school and/or home settings, individually and in groups, for evaluative and remedial purposes.
*(16) Periodically review the comprehensive assessment records, IEPs, and cumulative folders of assigned students. Access these records on a need-to-know basis and protect their confidentiality accordingly.INTERVENTION / DIRECT SERVICES
*(17) Serve as liaison between home and school to obtain, share, clarify, and coordinate information.
*(18) Suggest intervention strategies for teachers to use with students.
*(19) Work cooperatively with appropriate community health, education, and welfare resources, sharing, obtaining and coordinating information, reports, recommendations, and activities for maximum use of all resources.
*(20) Help to improve students’ attendance at school, which may include coordinating services with the Department of Children and Families, school office staff, parents and students.
*(21) Provide individual and group counseling with children and parents when necessary.
TECHNOLOGY
*(22) ?Use appropriate technology in order to facilitate relevant instruction.
*(23) Use technology to enhance student learning.
*(24) Utilize technology to gather and share information with parents, teachers and students.
*(25) Access technology in order to explore educational opportunities relevant to students.
*(26) Facilitate student and parental access to the use of electronic resources.
*(27) Use technology to review student assessment data.
*(28) Use technology for administrative tasks.
COLLABORATION
*(29) Confer regularly with principals, teachers, other student service disciplines, and school specialists regarding children with learning and behavior problems.
*(30) Enlist the cooperation of parents in examining the family situation and together assess the strengths and problem areas.
*(31) Use effective consultative behaviors.
*(32) Interpret educational policies, programs, and procedures related to social work services.
*(33) Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, student, parents and community service agencies.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
*(34) Initiate and/or participate in in-service training, studies and research relevant to social work provided to schools.
*(35) Demonstrate professional growth.
*(36) Assist others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular areas of responsibility.
*(37) Periodically conduct a personal assessment to determine professional growth needs with reference to the specific instructional assignment and district programs.
*(38) Participate in district sponsored staff development programs.
*(39) Manage within an organizational context a personal professional development program by setting specific goals and timetables.
PARENTAL INPUT
*(40) Develop and maintain a directory of service agencies and specific contacts and make it available to staff, students and their families.
*(41) Help families understand and accept services from other community agencies when such specialized assistance is necessary.
*(42) Help ensure participation of parents in school conferences affecting their children through home visits, telephone contact, correspondence, and other means.
*(43) Help ensure parents’ understanding of decisions, procedures, and meetings affecting their children.
*(44) Consult with parents, other school staff, and teachers about ways to facilitate the learning and adjustment of students.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
*(45) Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession at all times.
*(46) Perform and fulfill professional responsibilities.
*(47) Support district and local school improvement initiatives, services, and programs.
*(48) Contribute to the overall district and school mission by supporting various school committees and services such as PTO, School Advisory Committee, curriculum development, student activities, and accreditation.
*(49) Share experience and new learning by mentoring new colleagues.
*(50) Uphold the best interest of students, staff, and community in support of the District’s Mission Statement.
*(51) Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
INTERIM STUDENT GROWTH
*(52) Conduct social work services program in a manner which ensures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classification. (Student growth must be measured by State assessments required under 1008.22 F.S. and by local assessments for subjects and grade levels not measured by the State assessment program.)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
*Essential Performance Responsibilities
Job Description Supplement Code 4