Social Worker(.6)

School Social Worker (Part-Time – Elementary, Self-Contained)

Position Type: Part-Time, Temporary
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:45 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch)
Paid Time: 21 hours, 45 minutes per week
Pay Rate: Up to $60/hour
Start Date: February 9, 2026
End Date: April 27, 2026

Position Overview

We are seeking a licensed School Social Worker to support elementary-aged students in a self-contained classroom setting at an elementary school.  This elementary school is part of a high-performing, community-centered school. This role focuses on strengthening students’ social-emotional functioning to help them thrive academically and behaviorally in a structured learning environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

This elementary school serves approximately 875 students and is part of a district recognized for academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. Known as a state and national leader in forward-thinking education practices, offering a positive, collaborative culture where staff are supported and students are encouraged to reach their full potential through rigorous and inclusive programming.

As part of this team you’ll have the chance to:

• Work in a supportive, well-regarded school community with a strong reputation for student achievement.

• Be part of a district that values innovative practices, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Make an immediate impact with students who benefit from consistent, trauma-informed supports.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct social work services to students in a self-contained elementary setting

• Deliver individual and small-group counseling to support emotional regulation, social skills, coping strategies, and positive peer interactions

• Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and social-emotional goals outlined in IEPs

• Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, and related services staff to support consistent interventions and student progress

• Participate in IEP meetings, offering insights into student needs and progress

• Maintain accurate documentation of services, progress notes, and compliance records

• Communicate professionally with school staff and families to support student success

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement

• Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred

• Experience in self-contained or special education settings strongly preferred

• Strong skills in behavior support, emotional regulation strategies, and trauma-informed practices

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits of the Role

• Competitive hourly rate up to $60/hr

• Predictable, three-day weekly schedule

• Opportunity to work with a highly engaged school community

• Contribute to meaningful outcomes for students in a district committed to excellence