Position Type: Student Support Services/Social Worker
Date Posted: 8/14/2025
Location: Putnam Elementary School
Date Available: 08/25/2025
Additional Information: Show/Hide Anticipated Vacancy: School Social Worker
Putnam Elementary School is seeking an innovative and motivated social worker for grades 1-4. The social worker uses a strong knowledge base, assessment techniques, and intervention skills to work directly with students and their families, coordinates efforts with special services staff/community agencies, serves as a liaison between the school and community, and supports the school and staff with Social emotional learning skills and development. Putnam Elementary School fosters a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Our district facilitates robust district-wide alignment and support across all three schools, ensuring each student’s educational experience comprehensively prepares them for the real world.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct behavioral and social-emotional support to elementary school students within specialized special education programs.
An active member of the crisis management and attendance teams. Supporting students and families as needs arise.
Assist in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) under the guidance of certified special education teachers and a board certified behavioral analyst.
Providing small group and one-on-one counseling services, reinforcing learning concepts and social emotional strategies to successfully access the learning environment.
Support students with daily living skills, organization, coping strategies, and transitions between activities or settings.
Collaborate closely with special education teachers, related service providers, and other school staff to foster a consistent and therapeutic learning environment.
Help manage classroom dynamics and implement positive behavior strategies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • CT Certification 071-school Social Worker, or eligibility for certification required • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, showing patience, empathy, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
START DATE: August 25, 2025
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest to Kaye Jakan, Principal, Putnam Elementary School and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services
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