Social work Jobs in Ann Arbor, MI

Position Type :

Student Support Services

Date Posted : 1 / 8 / 2025

Location :

Multiple Locations Available

Date Available : District :

Ann Arbor Public Schools

POSITION TITLE : Social Worker

POSITION LOCATION : Multiple Locations Available

SALARY : AAEA Teacher Salary Schedule

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP : Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE :

• Advanced study in the field of Social Work and / or Guidance and Counseling with an emphasis on group guidance and adolescent development.
• Masters degree required
• Experience working with elementary students in an elementary school setting preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

Minimum of a 500-clock hour supervised social work practicum.

OR

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

This is a full time position, requiring regular reliable and predictable attendance on site to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Read, write and comprehend basic instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff, parents, students and administrators. Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS :

Add, subtract, and multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Develop and implement data collection systems; interpret and analyze the results.

REASONING ABILITY :

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES :

Work with parents and children of diverse cultural backgrounds. Develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community. Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk and stand. The employee Is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to employ Non-Violent Crisis Intervention strategies, including the potential for physical management of students in crisis situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and staff and is directly responsible for the safety, well-being or work output of students.

Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

METHOD OF APPLICATION :

All applicants must apply online at A2Schools.org >

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Copies of an active Michigan Teaching Certificate or applicable Licensing Documents and college transcripts are required with application packet. Original certificate and / or Licensing documentation and certified transcripts are required prior to being hired.