School Social Worker

QUALIFICATIONS Professional Educator License (PEL) School Social Worker endorsement Knowledge of current educational and instructional methodologies and techniques Knowledge of theories and practices of child development ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plan, prepare, and implement lesson materials in accordance with district resources and alignment with State standards and Antioch CCSD 34's philosophy and objectives Employs a variety of instructional methods/techniques and materials to differentiate learning activities for all students Promotes and maintains appropriate student behavior Participates on committees to develop and improve instruction and/or other building level goals/initiatives Actively pursues continual professional growth and is committed to our vision of making our school a place of excellence Maintains accurate and complete records involving student information required by law, District policy, and administrative direction Provide direct counseling support to students through pull out and push in services Provide consultation with teachers, administrators, and parents regarding difficulties with social, emotional, and behavioral concerns Review brief and complex functional behavior assessment process (FBA), as needed Interpretation of student data in the areas of social/emotional/behavioral Assist with paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students throughout the building Participate in, assist with, and/or manage student 504 evaluation and plans Participate in the evaluation process for Individual Education Plans. Participate in the development of Individual Education Plans when Social/Emotional Functioning has been identified. Provide social skills training to students Provide therapeutic intervention/counseling for students with social/emotional/behavioral needs Coordinate and facilitate professional development opportunities for school community during the school year and summer programming based on need. Resource and referral with community-based agencies Provide regular, scheduled support to the Structured Learning Program, Learning Opportunities Program, and Early Childhood programs based on school assignment Crisis management Help guide extended school year program in supporting the overall emotional, social, and behavioral needs of all students Mandated reporter Knowledge of IEP policy and procedures, competence with IDEA rules/regulations Problem solving team member Develop and implement Tier 1 activities to support literacy development Provide direct instruction and/or consultation with assistive technology devices Provide co-treatment with other related services providers whenever appropriate Collaboration for the integration of S/L services into the general education curriculum Maintain documentation and detailed data for students served Ability to communicate effectively with parents, staff and administration Ability to work collaboratively with grade level team and school teams Demonstration of strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communications skills with colleagues, parents, and administration Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth Salary aligned with the terms of the AEEA Collective Bargaining Agreement #J-18808-Ljbffr Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34