Social Worker

About Becker District/School:

Becker School District is conveniently located off of US Hwy 10, just 20 minutes SE from St. Cloud and 45 minutes NW from the Twin Cities. The District consists of five buildings, all situated on a single, cohesive campus and serves approximately 2,800 students - Early Education Building, Primary School (K-2), Intermediate School (3-5), Middle School (6-8), and High School (9-12). Becker's mission is to develop self-directed learners to thrive in a changing global community.

Becker Primary School is seeking a caring, student-centered, and collaborative School Social Worker who is passionate about supporting the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success of young children. The School Social Worker plays an important role in creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive school environment where every child feels valued, connected, and capable of success. This individual will work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to identify student needs, provide early intervention, strengthen social-emotional skills, and remove barriers to learning. The ideal candidate understands child development, recognizes that behavior is a form of communication, and approaches challenges with empathy, curiosity, and a problem-solving mindset. Above all, they believe in building positive relationships, finding the good in every child, and helping every student succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Build positive, trusting relationships with students and provide individual and small-group social-emotional support. Help students develop skills in emotional regulation, self-awareness, problem-solving, conflict resolution, friendship, and positive peer interactions. Support students experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, family changes, behavioral challenges, or other circumstances that may impact their school experience. Identify students who may benefit from additional support and provide proactive, developmentally appropriate interventions. Collaborate with teachers and staff to understand student needs, develop behavioral and social-emotional strategies, and create supportive classroom environments. Participate in the school's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and student problem-solving processes. Build positive partnerships with parents and caregivers, providing guidance, resources, and connections to community services when needed. Advocate for students and families and help identify barriers that may interfere with learning, attendance, relationships, or school success. Maintain appropriate documentation, follow professional ethics and confidentiality requirements, and fulfill mandated reporting responsibilities. Contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture where every child feels safe, respected, valued, and connected.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work from an appropriately accredited program. Current Minnesota Board of Social Work license. Minnesota PELSB School Social Worker license (Tier 3 or Tier 4). Knowledge of child development and the social, emotional, behavioral, and family needs of elementary-aged children. Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Experience working with elementary-aged children in a school or related setting. Experience supporting students with behavioral, emotional, developmental, or mental health needs. Knowledge of trauma-informed practices, childhood anxiety, grief, MTSS, PBIS, and early intervention strategies. Experience collaborating with families, educators, special education teams, and community agencies.

At Becker Primary School, we believe relationships are at the heart of student success. We recognize that children learn and grow at different rates and sometimes need additional support to navigate the challenges they experience. We are looking for a School Social Worker who shares our belief that every child matters, every child belongs, and every child deserves someone who believes in them.

Grade Levels: Kindergarten–Grade 2 Position Type: 1.0 full time Salary placement: $49,102 - 93,080 annually.

For questions about the position, please contact Dale Christensen Becker Primary School Principal at 763-261-6330 or dchristensen@isd726.org

Attachments:

• 2025-2027 BEA_Signed.pdf