Long-Term School Social Worker - Middle School

Avon Public Schools; West Avon (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Avon Public Schools in Avon, CT seeks a Long Term Substitute School Social Worker to support students under the supervision of the Director of Pupil Services. The role emphasizes social skills instruction, data collection on IEP progress, and collaboration with staff to address the needs of students with disabilities.

The position runs August 27, 2027 with an end date to be determined, featuring behavioral strategies, accommodations, and supervision of paraprofessional staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Meets criteria for employment within a CT public school as Social Worker
• Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or Psychology

Responsibilities

• Provides social skills instruction and reinforcement within both formal (i.e. small-group) and informal (i.e. activity-based) structures
• Observes, collects data, and evaluates (as appropriate) students’ progress toward achieving IEP goals and objectives
• Implements effective behavioral strategies and techniques for the purpose of facilitating appropriate social interactions between identified students and their typical peers
• Works with staff to modify and accommodate students with special needs to facilitate their access to activities, field trips, recreational opportunities, etc.
• Supervises paraprofessional staff to support student participation (as necessary)
• Performs other duties as appropriate and assigned by the Director of Pupil Services or his/her Designee

Skills

Social Work

Education

Degree in Social Work or Psychology

Job description

Avon Public Schools in Avon, CT seeks a Long Term Substitute School Social Worker to support students under the supervision of the Director of Pupil Services. The role emphasizes social skills instruction, data collection on IEP progress, and collaboration with staff to address the needs of students with disabilities.

The position runs August 27, 2027 with an end date to be determined, featuring behavioral strategies, accommodations, and supervision of paraprofessional staff as needed.