About this opportunity
South Washington County Schools lists this Social Worker - ECSE - Long Term Sub opportunity in cottage grove, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Type:
Special Services
Date Posted:
10/1/2026
Location:
District Service Center
Date Available:
As soon as possible
Closing Date:
10/07/26 or until filled
Position
Social Worker - ECSE- Long Term Sub
FTE
1.0
Location
District Program Center
Compensation
BA/00 starting salary is $55,211/year,
MA/00 starting salary is $64,873/year, Up to Step F for Experience.
Salary schedule based on Teacher contract, previous teaching experience and education.
Anticipated Start Date
October 2026
License Requirement
Current Minnesota Pre K-12 School Social Worker License.
Benefits:
SoWashCo Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. We also offer voluntary plans such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and identity protection, along with flexible spending accounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and retirement plans. These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting your health and well-being.
Visit our benefits page for more detailed information.
Position Summary:
Provide assistance to students and staff to help student's function effectively in the school environment.
Primary Job Functions:
Provide consultation to building student support teams.
Share resources and agency information with staff and families.
Act as liaison between parents/family and school including conducting home visits.
Support all students in the area of social, emotional and behavioral issues.
Provide crisis intervention and prevention activities to both students and staff.
Maintain student files and required district paperwork as it relates to individual student needs.
Maintain data collection on support services provided to students.
Assist in designing and shaping behavioral interventions for both students and staff
Provide staff development for paraprofessionals as it relates to this position
Knowledge and awareness and training of Minnesota Statutes as it relates to behavior (i.e. CPI, PCM and other required supports).
Adhere to Minnesota Board of Social Work and the Minnesota School Social Workers Association Standards.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications (Education, License, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
Required: Minnesota licensure as a Licensed Social Worker and a School Social Worker
Solid knowledge and understanding of how to access outside/community resources and agencies to support families and staff.
Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email, Microsoft Word and due process system.
Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.
Posting will be removed from the website when the position has been filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Worksite address
cottage grove, MN, 55016, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.