Elementary Social Worker (K-5) Long Term Substitute

Position Type:
Elementary School/Social Worker

Date Posted:
4/20/2026

Location:
Orono Elementary Center

Date Available:
08/21/2026

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
1.0 Elementary School Social Worker

Long Term Substitute: August 21, 2026 - December 21, 2026

Position Purpose : Provide leadership and coordination for the implementation and maintenance of District-wide and building-specific initiatives for all dimensions of student character, behavior, social-emotional safety, academic performance, and mental well-being. Assist mental health support teams, parents, principals, and all staff in supporting student needs in these areas.

Responsible To : Elementary School Principal, Intermediate School Principal and Special Services Director

Job Summary:

• Develop and implement multiple tiers of support (MTSS) for mental health intervention in elementary schools.
• Provide direct services to students.
• Conduct individual group and student intervention services.
• Collaborate with elementary mental health and special education staff to provide conditions for student success in the face of adversity, as well as outside mental health professional consultants.
• System level data collection and analysis for social emotional well-being.
• Initiate and maintain parent/guardian communication pertaining to individual student needs.
• Implement best practice behavior management strategies across school system.
• Support students and staff in unique and unanticipated circumstances.
• Participant in district wide crisis team
• Execute appropriate behavior and attendance processes, such as restorative circles.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders as a representative of school, as needed and directed.
• Meet with parents (e.g., new to school, parent concerns).
• Assist in the creation of processes for communication within and outside the building.
• Assist in the direction of Student Assistance Team, site leadership team, etc.
• Work collaboratively with team members to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of elementary learners. Participate in regular PLC meetings as an active and engaged professional.
• Communicate frequently with parents, colleagues, students, and administrators through all available means of technology.
• Establish and maintain high standards for character growth.
• Actively participate in the District crisis team.

Qualifications:

• Current Minnesota License, issued through PELSB required.
• Demonstrated skillsets in the following areas required:
• Written and oral communication.
• Conflict resolution.
• Strategic leadership.Leadership in difficult situations.
• Professional interpersonal relationships.
• Master's degree preferred
• Background in Character Counts!, PBIS, restorative practices, Responsive Classroom, MTSS, and/or systems intervention preferred.
• Knowledge of school district policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking in meaningful discourse professional
  conversations.
• Demonstrated experience in collaboration and problem-solving.
• Experience with curriculum and assessment design and data management preferred.
• Understanding and value of the role of parent involvement and the ability to collaborate
  with parents.
• Ability to effectively use technology.

Bargaining Group and Level: Orono Education Association/Teachers

COMPENSATION

Full Year, Full Time

BA Step 1 ($51,256) to EdS Step 20 ($110,239)

Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at:
District Website :
Contact:
Corinna Graner, Director of Special Services
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or
Adam Lamparske, Schumann Elementary Principal

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or
Mary Jodl, Intermediate School Principal
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