Social Worker - General Education, Sanford Middle School; Anticipated

General Education Social Worker (Anticipated) Sanford Middle School | Grades 5–8

Sanford Middle School is seeking a collaborative, student-centered, and data-driven General Education Social Worker to join our team. This individual will provide social-emotional and behavioral support to students through individual and small-group interventions while working collaboratively with staff, families, and community partners to foster student success. The successful candidate will play an important role in promoting student well‑being, strengthening school connectedness, improving attendance, and contributing to a positive and inclusive school climate.

• Provide evidence‑based social‑emotional and behavioral interventions to students in both individual and small‑group settings.
• Collect, analyze, and utilize student data to identify needs, monitor intervention effectiveness, improve attendance, and inform decision‑making.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school counselors, special education staff, families, and community agencies to develop and coordinate student support plans.
• Connect students and families with appropriate school and community resources.
• Support initiatives that promote positive student behavior, school engagement, and regular attendance.
• Assist in fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environment through proactive, preventative practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to professional and ethical standards, and participate in ongoing professional learning.

• Master's degree in Social Work preferred.
• Valid Maine certification/licensure as a School Social Worker.
• Experience providing evidence‑based social‑emotional and behavioral interventions.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development, trauma‑informed practices, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), restorative practices, and Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, communication, organizational, and data analysis skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.

Sanford Middle School serves approximately students in Grades 5–8 and is located in the heart of Sanford, Maine. We are committed to creating a supportive, engaging learning environment where every student is known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential.

Beyond our strong academic programs, Sanford Middle School offers a wide variety of opportunities for students to grow as learners and leaders. Students have access to numerous clubs and extracurricular activities, athletics, community service projects, outdoor learning experiences, leadership opportunities, and partnerships with local organizations. We believe these experiences enrich learning, strengthen connections to school, and provide meaningful real‑world opportunities that inspire students to become responsible citizens and positive contributors to their community.