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Job Description - Substitute School Social Worker or School Counselor

School Counselor or Social Work Substitute 


AFIA is seeking a long-term substitute to fulfill the role of school counselor or school social worker. 


Dates: April 1, 2026 - May 22, 2026



Interested social work applicants who are interested in a permanent, full-time position can apply here: https://afiakc.bamboohr.com/careers/70



The Academy for Integrated Arts (AFIA) is an innovative, arts integrated school. Our school community is reflective, dedicated and caring. The unique vision of AFIA embraces arts instruction integrated into the core curriculum as a meaningful part of what students do every day. Additionally, instruction is from a strong constructivist viewpoint and is delivered with developmentally appropriate practices. AFIA is a true learning community, as everyone in the building, from students to staff engage in reflective, meaningful learning on a daily basis. To learn more go to www.afiakc.org. 



Position Overview
AFIA is seeking a compassionate, flexible, and student-centered school counselor or social worker substitute to support our school community for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year. The substitute counselor or social worker will play a critical role in supporting student well-being, responding to immediate needs, and collaborating with staff and families to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.



Key Responsibilities


Student Support & Crisis Intervention



  • Provide direct support to students experiencing social-emotional or behavioral challenges

  • Respond to student crisis and safety concerns using trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate practices

  • Support students with regulation, coping strategies, and problem-solving skills


Collaboration



  • Work closely with administrators, teachers, and support staff to address student needs

  • Communicate and collaborate with families to support student success

  • Participate in team meetings and student support discussions as needed


Restorative Practices



  • Facilitate restorative conversations and conflict resolution between students when harm occurs

  • Support accountability, empathy, and relationship repair through restorative approaches

  • Reinforce a positive, inclusive school culture grounded in respect and responsibility


Documentation & Compliance



  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including counseling notes and incident reports

  • Ensure compliance with school policies, confidentiality standards, and required procedures


General School Counseling Responsibilities



  • Support school-wide social-emotional learning efforts as needed

  • Serve as a trusted adult and advocate for students

  • Uphold the mission, values, and expectations of Academy for Integrated Arts



Qualifications



  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, School Counseling, or a closely related field or current enrollment in a school counseling or social work program


Compensation: Commensurate with experience


Please reach out to Executive Director, Tricia DeGraff ([email protected]) with questions


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Academy For Integrated Arts

Academy for Integrated Arts - Kansas City Charter School. AFIA is a tuition-free charter school that serves pre-K through 6th-grade students in the Kansas City Public School district.

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