School Social Worker – Long Term Substitute

POSITION: School Social Worker – Long Term Substitute

SCHOOL: Newtown Middle School

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

REMUNERATION: Based on Teacher Contract

REQUIREMENTS:  CT Certification #071 
Demonstrated experience in school based programs with a strong psycho-
educational background

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Provide support to middle school in working with students who are in crisis or are at risk due to
emotional, social or family needs 
Recognize and intervene appropriately with traumatized children, their families and school staff 
Develop collaborative relationships with local community mental health providers 
Assist in crisis situations including completion of risk assessments of students, referral to appropriate
agencies and follow-up with the student & family 
Assist school team in developing transition plans for students in crisis as they return to school 
Make referrals to appropriate outside agencies for families seeking services, and follow-up with
families on an ongoing basis 
Connect with parents about supporting the social and emotional development of their children 
Help families become aware of services that are available in the community 
Participate in discussions with building teams to identify ways of supporting families in need 
Facilitate trusting and cooperative relationships between parents, the school, and the community 
Empower families to effectively utilize and gain access to educational and community services 
Counsel and/or provide social skills instruction to students with IEPs 
Participate in the PPT Process 
Other responsibilities as determined by supervisor

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students
and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly
motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look
forward to meeting you!

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please apply on line through the following link by March 10, 2025:
www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp/

The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all
qualified persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice,
education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry,
alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic
information, veteran status, status as a domestic violence victim, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut
state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.