Social Worker - All sites Special Education

Date:

March 27, 2026

Position:

Social Worker - All sites Special Education

Qualifications:

• Valid NM Public Education Department Social Worker License or eligibility

• Level III preferably
• High degree of knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to elementary school
• High degree of knowledge about program offerings
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS)
• Must demonstrate a willingness to work in a cooperative environment
• Strong reading, written, verbal and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems

• Participate as a team member in comprehensive evaluation, review and re-evaluation processes
• Participate in the development of the student’s Individual Education Plan
• To provide direct services to students, as specified on the student’s IEP, including one-to-one education, group work, consultation with staff, parent and social services liaison, and referral to community agencies
• Assist teachers in the development and implementation of appropriate classroom behavioral support strategies and social skills instruction
• Facilitate communication and connection between home and school
• Identify and develop Behavioral Health priorities
• Maintain up-to-date student records
• Order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies
• Consult with teachers, parents and school staff to develop targeted interventions for students with disabilities when the school teams need to explore alternative strategies
• Maintain appropriate confidential records and provide timely reports
• Meet and confer with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, determine priorities for their children based on their needs
• Provide guidance in using community resources
• Provide teletherapy services for special education services when needed
• Work productively as part of a team
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods while preparing lessons and completing documentation
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to assist students with mobility and physical needs, as required
• Ability to physically intervene consistent with CPI training when necessary to ensure student and staff safety
• Adequate vision, hearing, and speaking ability to supervise students and communicate effectively
• Ability to operate standard classroom technology and office equipment

Contract Period:

2026-2027 School Year

Start Date:

August 2026

Salary:

Per Ruidoso Municipal School District Salary Schedule

Application Process:

Application available online at:

https://ruidoso.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

For more information, contact:

Melvina Torres, Director of Special Education

torresm@ruidososchools.org

199 White Mountain Drive

Ruidoso, NM  88345

(575) 630-7015

Application Deadline:

Until filled

Selection Process:

Selected applicants will be interviewed following an initial screening of application materials submitted.