Medium Term Substitute - Elementary School Social Worker

JobID:

7131

Position Type:

Other Certified Positions/Social Worker Date Posted:

5/28/2026

Location:

Glendale Elementary Date Available:

08/31/2026

Closing Date:

Until Filled

JOB TITLE

Medium Term Substitute - Elementary School Social Worker

DEPARTMENT

Student Support Services

REPORTS TO

Director of Student Support Services, Building Principal FLSA:

Exempt DATES:

August 31, 2026 through December 22, 2026

HOURS/DAY:

1.0 FTE

RATE OF PAY

$272.09 per

Day SUMMARY:

The School Social Worker assists with the coordination of social services for student and their families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

: This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Assists in the coordination of social services for students and their families. Assists with the early identification, pre-referral interventions and referrals to special education. Serves as a team member for the school pre-referral/problem solving teams. Provides skills training and other appropriate services as stipulated on special education students' IEPs. Assists in assessments, such as conducting observations, or other assessment functions, as deemed appropriate by assessment planning teams. Collects pertinent background/home information as appropriate. Functions as a district representative at special education team meetings as requested. Facilitate and develop Section 504 plans, as directed by building principals/District 504 coordinator. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with children, their families, teachers, administration, court systems, law enforcement agencies, social service agencies and other helping professionals. Provides individual and small group support to students. Makes community/agency program linkages to assist student and their families. Provides crisis intervention and support as appropriate. Consults with education staff relative to appropriate interventions, techniques, and modifications for students in need. 14. Monitors student attendance and assists with required truancy procedures. Coordinates and develops education programs. Coordinates and develops programs that enhance and promote student social emotional wellbeing. Conducts friendship, social skills, families in transition groups, etc. as determined by each site. Assists with programs and appropriate activities that align with district's core values. Provides additional duties related to social emotional educational programs as assigned by building administration. Maintains and prepares records and reports. Maintains timely and accurate records of services provided, with particular attention to all reimbursable special education activities. Maintains a positive working relationship with principals, teachers and district office administration. Performs other duties as may be reasonably assigned for effective school operation.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Social Work preferred

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. MN Board of Social Work License Current MN licensure in

School Social Worker Required Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge in Child Development General knowledge of current Federal and State special education laws/mandates, including IDEA and section 504 Effective communication skills with individuals and groups Commitment to the education of all students

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

School Building and Classroom.