School Social Worker
JobID: 4691
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Social Worker
Date Posted:
5/28/2026
Location:
Clearwater Elementary School
Date Available:
07/28/2026
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last seventy years.
Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.
JOB DETAILS
Job TitleSchool Social Worker
Qualifications Profile (Licensure)This position requires a valid and active license issued by the Indiana Department of Education as a School Social Worker
EducationCandidates must document successful attainment of degrees required for licensure in the state of Indiana. Master's Degree in Social Work required
LocationClearwater Elementary School
Position Start Date7/28/2026
Work ScheduleFull-Time
Calendar Length195 day contract
FLSA ClassificationSalaried, Exempt
Salary/Hourly RateThe teacher salary schedule is based on teaching experience and starts at Bachelor's $55,865.55/Master's $56,918.55 with 0 years of experience for this position.
BenefitsBenefits are effective 1st of the month following the first day of employment. Additional benefits information can be found at
JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Functions
Under the Direction of the School Principal and working collaboratively with the Coordinator of Student Support Services, the following duties are assigned:
Providing students, parents, administrators and other teaching staff with individually-tailored advice and consultation to address personal, emotional, familial, or social issues to maximize the students' learning experience
Accounting for school enrollment and regular attendance of every student as prescribed by the statutes of the State of Indiana and policies and rules of the School District
Working closely with administrators, office staff, and school leadership team to help execute the school's mission and vision; including sitting on weekly office meetings, and quarterly data meetings to be an active participant
Attend weekly staff meetings; attend grade level PLC meetings as necessary
Conducting assessment of students for the purpose of identifying learning or social interaction issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to address issues and maximize learning
Assisting as a member of the school's Pyramid Model Leadership Team
Assisting as a member of the school's MTSS team
Providing counseling and guidance for children who are experiencing problems in the area of attendance, behavior and adjustment, and for parents when underlying causes appear to be in the home
Conducting social skills groups
Serving as the check-in, check-out coordinator for student in need of behavior intervention
Contacting Department of Child Services (DCS) as needed in various circumstances
Establishing and maintaining a positive working relationship with referred students and parents so that joint problem identification and subsequent resolution can occur.
Maintaining collaborative relationships with school personnel by relating relevant data about referred students and families as they affect the student's adjustment in school
Functioning as a team member, consulting regularly in a formal or informal manner with building level administrators, school nurses, counselors, psychologists, Cummins therapists and other specialists
Assisting students and teaching staff in implementing student's behavior management plans
Having an understanding and knowledge of community resources so that appropriate referrals may be made when required
Verifying the residency of individual students when there is a concern regarding the student's settlement
Evaluating financial needs of individual students' families, and making referrals to appropriate agencies when it is determined that financial assistance will be required for a student to maintain good school attendance
Keeping accurate records of all visitations and referrals. Have available upon request
Conducting home visits as needed to provide support to students and families
Traveling to school district buildings and professional meetings as required
Continuing to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and my maintaining professional relationships
Assisting in the orientation of new teachers, and providing in-service training in guidance
Selecting appropriate supplies and equipment and maintaining inventory records
Having a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation
Being available before and after school, as assigned
Assisting with arrival and dismissal duties
Performing other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum of 5 years of experience preferred
Knowledge of social work principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven behavior management methods
Differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
Data information systems, data analysis and formulation of action plans
Applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
Excellent communication, written, curriculum and organizational skills required
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
Ability to organize and coordinate work
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
PERCENT OF TIME
Seldom = Less than 25%
Occasional = 26 to 50%
Often = 51 to 75%
Very Frequent = 76% and above
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Often
Ability to carry 25 pounds
Occasional
Amount to lift 25 pounds
Occasional
Amount of force to push/pull up to 25pounds
Seldom
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter
Very Frequent
Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels
Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation
Very Frequent
Ability to operate office equipment
Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions
Very Frequent
Climbing
Seldom
Overhead work
Seldom
CONTACT INFORMATION
Krista Douglass, Principal
...
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.
JobID: 4691
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Social Worker
Date Posted:
5/28/2026
Location:
Clearwater Elementary School
Date Available:
07/28/2026
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last seventy years.
Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.
JOB DETAILS
Job TitleSchool Social Worker
Qualifications Profile (Licensure)This position requires a valid and active license issued by the Indiana Department of Education as a School Social Worker
EducationCandidates must document successful attainment of degrees required for licensure in the state of Indiana. Master's Degree in Social Work required
LocationClearwater Elementary School
Position Start Date7/28/2026
Work ScheduleFull-Time
Calendar Length195 day contract
FLSA ClassificationSalaried, Exempt
Salary/Hourly RateThe teacher salary schedule is based on teaching experience and starts at Bachelor's $55,865.55/Master's $56,918.55 with 0 years of experience for this position.
BenefitsBenefits are effective 1st of the month following the first day of employment. Additional benefits information can be found at
JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Functions
Under the Direction of the School Principal and working collaboratively with the Coordinator of Student Support Services, the following duties are assigned:
Providing students, parents, administrators and other teaching staff with individually-tailored advice and consultation to address personal, emotional, familial, or social issues to maximize the students' learning experience
Accounting for school enrollment and regular attendance of every student as prescribed by the statutes of the State of Indiana and policies and rules of the School District
Working closely with administrators, office staff, and school leadership team to help execute the school's mission and vision; including sitting on weekly office meetings, and quarterly data meetings to be an active participant
Attend weekly staff meetings; attend grade level PLC meetings as necessary
Conducting assessment of students for the purpose of identifying learning or social interaction issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to address issues and maximize learning
Assisting as a member of the school's Pyramid Model Leadership Team
Assisting as a member of the school's MTSS team
Providing counseling and guidance for children who are experiencing problems in the area of attendance, behavior and adjustment, and for parents when underlying causes appear to be in the home
Conducting social skills groups
Serving as the check-in, check-out coordinator for student in need of behavior intervention
Contacting Department of Child Services (DCS) as needed in various circumstances
Establishing and maintaining a positive working relationship with referred students and parents so that joint problem identification and subsequent resolution can occur.
Maintaining collaborative relationships with school personnel by relating relevant data about referred students and families as they affect the student's adjustment in school
Functioning as a team member, consulting regularly in a formal or informal manner with building level administrators, school nurses, counselors, psychologists, Cummins therapists and other specialists
Assisting students and teaching staff in implementing student's behavior management plans
Having an understanding and knowledge of community resources so that appropriate referrals may be made when required
Verifying the residency of individual students when there is a concern regarding the student's settlement
Evaluating financial needs of individual students' families, and making referrals to appropriate agencies when it is determined that financial assistance will be required for a student to maintain good school attendance
Keeping accurate records of all visitations and referrals. Have available upon request
Conducting home visits as needed to provide support to students and families
Traveling to school district buildings and professional meetings as required
Continuing to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and my maintaining professional relationships
Assisting in the orientation of new teachers, and providing in-service training in guidance
Selecting appropriate supplies and equipment and maintaining inventory records
Having a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation
Being available before and after school, as assigned
Assisting with arrival and dismissal duties
Performing other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum of 5 years of experience preferred
Knowledge of social work principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven behavior management methods
Differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
Data information systems, data analysis and formulation of action plans
Applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
Excellent communication, written, curriculum and organizational skills required
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
Ability to organize and coordinate work
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
PERCENT OF TIME
Seldom = Less than 25%
Occasional = 26 to 50%
Often = 51 to 75%
Very Frequent = 76% and above
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Often
Ability to carry 25 pounds
Occasional
Amount to lift 25 pounds
Occasional
Amount of force to push/pull up to 25pounds
Seldom
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter
Very Frequent
Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels
Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation
Very Frequent
Ability to operate office equipment
Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions
Very Frequent
Climbing
Seldom
Overhead work
Seldom
CONTACT INFORMATION
Krista Douglass, Principal
...
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.
Job ID: 523187864
Originally Posted on: 6/1/2026
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