Director of Student Support Services; Licensed School Social Worker

The Rudolf Steiner School of Ann Arbor is seeking a full-time Social Worker to serve as our Student Support Coordinator for our K-12 program. This individual should enjoy working with children, be able to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment, and work as an advocate and support for children’s mental, emotional, and learning needs. Our school is looking for someone who values authentic relationships, innovation, and a commitment to diversity and belonging work.

Join us in working in an independent school setting that prioritizes social emotional education, movement, nature and play-based learning, bringing your ideals of education and social work support into fruition as a part of a collaborative team. This role would work as the lead coordinator for student support.

We support our students, teachers, and administration through a strong curriculum, schedules, festivals, and school-wide collaboration. Along with a rich academic program, we offer both Spanish and German from first to twelfth grade, a growing movement program, strong fine and practical arts, choral and instrumental music. We celebrate a wide mix of traditional festivals from around the world, including Rosh Hashanah, Diwali, Dia de Los Muertos, Lunar New Year, and Eid al-Fitr.

With over 250 students, preschool through grade 12, RSSAA allows the full Waldorf pedagogy to unfold. We have a deeply experienced staff of Waldorf-trained faculty, recognizing the gifts of all individuals and the value of caring for the human spirit. We feel that the best education should help students not only become knowledgeable adults, but also secure, creative, and independent thinkers in later life.

Our education strives to foster individuals who have confidence in themselves and are prepared to meet the challenges of our rapidly changing society. We endeavor to help students see connections between disciplines, synthesize and integrate information, and continue to love learning throughout their lives.

Founded in 1980, RSSAA started with Grades 1-4 in a small building and has grown into a vibrant community. Our high school campus (Pontiac Trail) is a short drive away and offers a space for the students to fully appreciate the richness of the curriculum and have their own social space.

Lower School Campus (Newport Rd):
The Lower School Campus (Early Childhood – 8th grade) is on 13 wooded and grassy acres, set in a suburban neighborhood, close to the river. We strive to be in balance with our grounds through working with native species in our outdoor education program, while having plenty of play spaces, a gymnasium, and a soccer field for sports activities and gatherings.

Our Middle School classes are in a separate building on the Lower School campus.

High School Campus (Pontiac Trail):
What once was a family-owned factory was thoughtfully transformed by an architect to be a warm and inspiring high school. For over 25 years, we have developed our advanced academics, life science labs, eurythmy space, grounds and gardens, and a gymnasium.

• Support the High School through counseling and overseeing Social Work interns
• Lead the Student Support team for Early Childhood through Grades 1-8
• Work collaboratively with Student Support team, families, and teachers to identify and address student support needs
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of accommodation plans for students
• Provide resources and professional development support to teachers and families in regard to neurodiversity, social and mental health

• Is a licensed Social Worker with a Masters degree in Social Work
• Brings a passion for education and…