Social Worker

Position Type: Special Education / Social Worker Date Posted: 3/19/2026 Location: District Wide Date Available: 08/14/2026 Closing Date: Open until Filled Job Summary The social worker identifies and assists students and families in overcoming barriers that interfere with learning, using assessment, counseling, consultation, coordination of school and community resources, and program development. The social worker utilizes knowledge of human behavior, social, cultural and community influences to help create a positive learning climate. The social worker collaborates with classroom teachers, parents, and the administration to develop and implement targeted goals and interventions, with a focus on ensuring that students are successful, and their educational needs are met in all school settings. The social worker serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and provides case management services. The District is seeking to hire two social workers for K-3 and K-5 schools. Qualifications Current and valid state of Illinois Professional Educator License with an endorsement in school social work. Candidate must have a Master of Social Work from an accredited educational institution. Knowledge of current federal and state laws, rules, and regulations. An outstanding knowledge of child and adolescent development, social and environmental conditioning, cultural diversity, and family systems. Ability to develop IEP goals for students and to provide social emotional support through services and interventions that are aligned with ISBE's Social Emotional Learning (SEL) standards. Ability to conduct assessments for the purposes of determining the social, emotional, and behavior needs of students. Experience conducting social development studies, functional behavior assessments, and developing behavior intervention plans. Primary Responsibilities Provides individual and group counseling to students facing personal, social, emotional, behavioral, and/or academic challenges. Conducts assessments to identify student needs and develops intervention plans. Develops IEP goals for students, providing social emotional support through services and interventions that are aligned with ISBE's Social Emotional Learning standards (K-8) and/or Early Learning Standards (Pre-K). Actively participates in IEP meetings sharing data and information related to the student's social-emotional-behavioral and/or functional progress and performance. Prepares, reviews, and submits a variety of requested reports and data, to ensure fulfillment of established program requirements. Responds to crises and provides immediate support to students and families. Works closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to create a supportive environment for students. Connects families with community resources and services designed to support students both inside and outside of the school environment. Develops and implements programs that promote positive behavior and mental health awareness for all students. Advocates for students' needs within the school system and in the greater community. Provides guidance and support to staff regarding students who may be struggling socially and emotionally at school. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, District policy, and administrative direction. Communicates frequently with families providing information about: The social emotional progress of individual students; and How families can participate in their students' social emotional development and well-being. Contributes positively to the school community by: Collaborating with colleagues in a professional learning community. Participating in staff meetings. Partaking in district/school provided professional development. Volunteering to participate in school/district events and projects. Supporting school/district initiatives. Maintains a commitment to ongoing professional learning, staying current with best practices. Displays a high level of ethics and professionalism in interactions with students, colleagues, administrators, and parents/guardians. Salary and Benefits Starting salaryof $60,697 (Please click the link to view the current ( salary schedule ). Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Qualified candidates may be granted up to twentyyears of verified full-time teaching experience for credit on the salary schedule. We offer a mentoring program for social workers who are new to the District. The District offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental (Guardian), vision (VSP) and life insurance plans ( 2025-2026CCSD130 Benefit Summary Guide ). Reimbursement of up to $100 for goods and activities that promote wellness as part of the District's Employee Wellness Program. Employee assistance program offered to employees and their immediate family members. Working Conditions Kindergarten through Grade 5 Work hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Middle School Work Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. 180 days per year - August through May Cook County School District 130 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cook County School District 130