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Social Worker.School I

Metro Nashville Public Schools·Nashville, Tennessee

$53,610 - $53,610/yr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

The School Social Worker collaborates with schools, parents, and students to provide services aimed at removing barriers to academic success. Key duties include providing clinical counseling, case management, facilitating groups, conducting psychosocial assessments, and participating in required school meetings.

8302003

Job Code

  • 8302003
  • Job
  • Family/Function:83 – Social Services and Counselors\Social
  • Services
  • FLSA:Exempt
  • Grade
  • Ladder:MNPS
  • Certificated
  • Teacher
  • Pay
  • Grade:MNPS.201_
  • Duration (days/year):201
  • Locations(s):School-Based

We Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States.

Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life.

Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation.

We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation.

Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The School Social Worker works collaboratively with local schools, parents, students, principals and others to provide services to student groups and families to assist in removing and improving barriers to academic success.

  • What you will do
  • Provide clinical counseling to individual students, student groups and when needed, families
  • Provide case management/wrap-around services to students and their families
  • Facilitate small group and classroom lesson on a variety of topics
  • Provides mental health and psychosocial assessments and evaluations of students referred and offer professional recommendations to multidisciplinary teams (schools, administrators, nurses, special education, etc.)
  • Utilize the Student Management System (SMS) programs to view and manage student data and to be able to interpret data to inform the planning of student interventions
  • Provide professional development on a variety of topics as needed
  • Participate in any school-level meetings (IEP, S-Team, Threat Assessment, etc.) as required to address student needs
  • Schedule and make regular home visits as necessary in an effort to remove student barriers and address student and family needs
  • Attend and participate in occasional after hours and weekend school-based and/or community events
  • Education Qualifications
  • Master's Degree Applicant must possess a Master of Social Work Degree Required
  • Experience Qualifications
  • 1-3 years Experience working with children in a related field is Required
  • Licenses and Certifications
  • Must be Licensed by the Tennessee Department of Education in School Social Work or be eligible for that license Required
  • LCSW- License Clinical Social Worker Preferred

Equivalency Starting At

$53,610.04

Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications.

Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures.

The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference.

All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline.

More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here [https://www.mnps.org/careers/resources].

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community.

We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals.

Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation.

Our Vision Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.

Our Mission We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.

Our Core Values Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Our core values are woven throughout our goals, high-level strategies, and performance measures.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community.

We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Requirements

Applicants must possess a Master of Social Work Degree and have 1-3 years of required experience working with children in a related field. A license from the Tennessee Department of Education in School Social Work, or eligibility for it, is mandatory.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Professional Development
  • Data Interpretation
  • Group Facilitation
  • Clinical Counseling
  • Intervention Planning
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Psychosocial Evaluation
  • Threat Assessment
  • Home Visits
  • Wrap-around Services
  • Classroom Lesson Facilitation
  • Student Data Management
  • IEP Participation
  • S-Team Participation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$53,610 - $53,610/yr
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Posted
Aug 13, 2026
Closes
Dec 31, 4712
Application
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Metro Nashville Public Schools

Welcome to Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, where dedicated professionals prepare more than 80,000 students for the future. We believe every student should be challenged to reach his or her peak performance. To do this, we offer exciting educational opportunities and...

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IndustryEducation Management
TypeEducational
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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School social worker openings in Tennessee often reflect steady demand in districts supporting student mental health, attendance, and family engagement. This role is competitive because candidates need an MSW, 1-3 years of child-focused experience, and Tennessee school social work licensure or eligibility. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to school-based child and family support experience.

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