School Social Worker; Brackett and Hardy Elementary Schools

School Social Worker (Brackett and Hardy Elementary Schools)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Final date to receive applications: Jun 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Job : 5772911

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,100 to $76,413 Per Year

Position:
School Social Worker – 0.5 FTE at Brackett Elementary and 0.5 FTE at Hardy Elementary.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other licensed Mental Health Field
• LICSW, LCSW, LMHC in Massachusetts
• School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor License
• Experience working with elementary school students, supporting social emotional and behavioral health
• Experience working in a therapeutic and/or school setting
• Experience with culturally responsive pedagogy and practices

• Individual and group therapy with identified students
• Consultation with staff including coaching and professional development on social/emotional curricula
• Parent trainings and outreach
• Clinical crisis intervention, including assessment and facilitation of hospitalizations when necessary
• Case Management
• Participation in student IEP/Team Meetings
• Other duties as assigned by the School Principal and Special Education Coordinator

• Experience with data collection and reporting
• Ability to support improved academic achievement for targeted students

Salary and benefits are consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Arlington School Committee and the Arlington Education Association. The Salary Schedule is posted on the school website, with placement based on education and experience.

Arlington offers a well‑established new teacher induction program with mentoring throughout the school year. The first official work day of the 2026‑2027 school year is August 31, 2026, with orientation and training during the last two weeks of August.

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of bias and prejudice, are creative, willing to try new approaches, and reflective about their daily practice. We are seeking candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate, contribute to student success, and engage in partnership with families, while contributing diverse talents to the organization.

• Magali Olander, Director of SEL and School Counseling
• Arlington District
• Email: molander.ma.us

Reports to: School Principal and Director of School Counseling