Entry Level School Social Worker Jobs
New grad school social worker jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with their first professional roles in schools, where a strong internship record or field placement can carry more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Cincinnati Children's Hospital, UNM Hospital, and Tucson Unified School District hiring at this level now.
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**** This is a Remote Position with Tucson Unified Virtual Academy ****
SUMMARY
The Social Worker assists a Licensed Clinical or other Social Worker with their daily tasks to include providing material supportive services to students and their families in order to achieve maximum functioning and promote student achievement. As needed other duties may include but not limited to student assessments, maintenance of student case files, participation in multidisciplinary or IEP team meetings and weekly supervisory sessions. Serves as an integral part of a problem-solving team at the building level.
See full job description here!
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Social Worker - Bachelor's
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited program at a college or university
- Ability to support a variety of students behavioral needs
- Reliable mode of transportation
- Ability to work well with a team and multitask
- Ability to manage time and problem-solve
- Availability to work flexible hours, as needed
Min Salary: $42,618.50 Max Salary: $49,478.76
Social Worker - Master's
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of social work
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Provider
- Dependable mode of transportation
- Availability to work flexible hours as needed
Min Salary: $45,692.80 Max Salary: $53,047.93
Social Worker - LCSW
- Current License as Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of social work
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Provider
- Dependable mode of transportation
- Availability to work flexible hours as needed
Min Salary: $51,988.87 Max Salary: $59,874.56
REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE
- FBI fingerprint background check.
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
- Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
- MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
- Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
- Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Bilingual – Spanish/English
- Previous experience in a school setting
- Experience working with diverse or underprivileged populations.
- Master’s degree in Social Work
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) provider
COMMENTS
EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Multiple Locations – District-Wide TUSD Regions Map
FTE: Varies. Typical Teacher FTE 1.0, 7.5 hours per day.
WORK CALENDAR: 9.5 months – 207 days (212 days for new to district teachers)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE TEACHER HIRING PROCESS:
This is a pooled job posting for positions across the district. By applying, your application will be added to a candidate pool accessible to schools or departments seeking to fill current or future vacancies. If your qualifications match the needs of a specific site, you may be contacted directly for further consideration.
If you are having trouble securing an interview, please contact Careers@tusd1.org.
CURRENT VACANCIES:
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy/C.O.L.E. – Online 1 position 1.0 FTE - 7.5 hours
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
Now Hiring with Higher Pay! Thanks to community support, our posted rates now include increases funded through a community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031. Apply today!
**** This is a Remote Position with Tucson Unified Virtual Academy ****
SUMMARY
The Social Worker assists a Licensed Clinical or other Social Worker with their daily tasks to include providing material supportive services to students and their families in order to achieve maximum functioning and promote student achievement. As needed other duties may include but not limited to student assessments, maintenance of student case files, participation in multidisciplinary or IEP team meetings and weekly supervisory sessions. Serves as an integral part of a problem-solving team at the building level.
See full job description here!
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Social Worker - Bachelor's
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited program at a college or university
- Ability to support a variety of students behavioral needs
- Reliable mode of transportation
- Ability to work well with a team and multitask
- Ability to manage time and problem-solve
- Availability to work flexible hours, as needed
Min Salary: $42,618.50 Max Salary: $49,478.76
Social Worker - Master's
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of social work
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Provider
- Dependable mode of transportation
- Availability to work flexible hours as needed
Min Salary: $45,692.80 Max Salary: $53,047.93
Social Worker - LCSW
- Current License as Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of social work
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Provider
- Dependable mode of transportation
- Availability to work flexible hours as needed
Min Salary: $51,988.87 Max Salary: $59,874.56
REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE
- FBI fingerprint background check.
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
- Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
- MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
- Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
- Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Bilingual – Spanish/English
- Previous experience in a school setting
- Experience working with diverse or underprivileged populations.
- Master’s degree in Social Work
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) provider
COMMENTS
EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Multiple Locations – District-Wide TUSD Regions Map
FTE: Varies. Typical Teacher FTE 1.0, 7.5 hours per day.
WORK CALENDAR: 9.5 months – 207 days (212 days for new to district teachers)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE TEACHER HIRING PROCESS:
This is a pooled job posting for positions across the district. By applying, your application will be added to a candidate pool accessible to schools or departments seeking to fill current or future vacancies. If your qualifications match the needs of a specific site, you may be contacted directly for further consideration.
If you are having trouble securing an interview, please contact Careers@tusd1.org.
CURRENT VACANCIES:
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy/C.O.L.E. – Online 1 position 1.0 FTE - 7.5 hours
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
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Who's Hiring
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital4
- UNM Hospital2
- Tucson Unified School District2
- Savannah Chatham County Public School System2
- Mountain Lake Academy1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education19
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Government & Public Sector1
Entry Level School Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level school social worker job?
Most entry level school social worker positions require a Master of Social Work degree and a state school social work license or certification, so verifying your state's requirements early is essential. Employers at this level look closely at supervised field placements, practicum hours, and any internship experience in school or youth settings. Tailoring your resume to highlight student support, crisis intervention, and IEP collaboration skills gives you a clear edge over candidates with generic social work backgrounds.
Which companies hire entry level school social workers?
Companies hiring entry level school social workers right now include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, UNM Hospital, and Tucson Unified School District, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Public school districts, charter school networks, and educational staffing agencies tend to post the most openings at this level, particularly for candidates who are newly licensed or completing their first year of post-graduate practice.
Are there remote entry level school social worker jobs?
Yes, though most school social work is on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level school social worker openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with those roles typically focused on telehealth counseling, case coordination, or district-level support rather than daily in-person student services. Candidates open to hybrid arrangements tend to find the widest range of options.
Are these new grad school social worker jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior school social worker roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience and treats completed internships, practicum placements, or a strong portfolio of student casework as equivalent to paid work history. If a posting lists experience as preferred rather than required, it is generally open to new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level school social workers?
Entry Level school social worker roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because public funding cycles, student enrollment growth, and federal mandates for mental health support in schools consistently create openings for early-career practitioners who are newly licensed and ready to take on caseloads.