School Social Worker

Cedar Park Group•Taos, NM

9d•Onsite

About The Position

School Social Worker – Part Time – Day Shift Cedar Park Group is hiring a School Social Worker for Taos Day School in Taos, New Mexico. This part-time opportunity is ideal for an experienced social worker who is passionate about supporting K–8 students with IEPs and helping them navigate social, emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges in a structured school setting. The School Social Worker will work closely with students, families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to help ensure students receive the support and services they need to succeed. Schedule / Shift Part-time Up to 20 hours per week Core school hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Aligned with the school’s 180-day academic calendar No work during school closures, holidays, or extended breaks Approximately 656 hours annually, subject to change based on student needs Position Overview The School Social Worker will provide services to special education students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in accordance with IDEA requirements. This role includes direct student support, evaluations, participation in IEP meetings, collaboration with educators and families, and ongoing documentation and progress monitoring. The ideal candidate will be comfortable supporting students with mild to moderate needs and helping develop strategies that improve classroom participation, emotional regulation, and academic success.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Social Work from an accredited institution
Active School Social Worker licensure (Pre K–12) in the State of New Mexico
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) certification in New Mexico
Minimum one year of experience providing school-based social work services
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must pass a Bureau of Indian Education background investigation prior to starting
Must complete required federal security and reporting training
Must maintain compliance with FERPA, Privacy Act, and all applicable federal confidentiality requirements
Must submit all required personnel documentation, including resume, licenses, and credentials
Must provide a signed letter of commitment confirming availability for the duration of the contract

Nice To Haves

Experience working in schools on Native American reservations
Experience with Bureau of Indian Education schools or Native American student populations
Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and families

Responsibilities

Provide school social work services to students as outlined in IEPs in accordance with IDEA requirements
Work directly with general and special education teachers to support accommodations and service implementation
Conduct student screenings, evaluations, and prepare reports for IEP team review
Participate in IEP meetings and provide recommendations on goals, services, and student progress
Deliver one-on-one and small group support to students with social-emotional and behavioral needs
Support students with emotional regulation, behavior, and classroom participation
Coordinate care with families and outside agencies to support student needs
Provide workshops and education to staff, parents, and the community on student challenges
Maintain service logs, documentation, and progress monitoring records
Assist with the development and implementation of social work and mental health components of IEPs