Long Term Sub Social Worker

AVON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

For External Applicants applying for a position. Applicants must complete all required fields of the application, as well as upload documents in support of their application, these include a cover letter specific to the position, an up-to-date resume, copies of any certifications, copies of any college/university transcripts, as well as three letters of reference dated within the last year for full consideration.

Position Title: Long Term Substitute School Social Worker

Qualifications:

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

Reports to: Director of Pupil Services and/or designee

Compensation: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the association and the Board of Education.

Work Year: August 27, 2027 with end date to be determined

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