Social Worker(Full-Time)
Social Worker(Full-Time)
School Social Worker – Leave of Absence Coverage (August–October 2025)
Location: Beach Park Area, IL
Start Date: August 2025
Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time (3–5 days/week considered)
Pay: Competitive, based on experience (Hourly or Daily Rate)
Why This Position?
Join a small, collaborative school district that provides strong support and prioritizes meaningful student services. With a small caseload and flexible schedule, this position allows you to focus on high-impact work with students around emotion regulation, coping strategies, and goal-oriented IEP support. You’ll average just 35 minutes of direct services per day, giving you space to truly partner with staff, assist in crisis management, and make a difference where it matters most. The district is open to both full-time and part-time availability, making this an ideal fit for professionals looking for balance and flexibility.
Skills Needed on Day One
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Strong experience supporting students with emotional regulation and coping strategies
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Ability to implement and support IEP goals for social-emotional development
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Comfort collaborating across staff teams for student planning and support
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Flexible and responsive to a variety of student and classroom needs
Onboarding Process
As part of your onboarding, you’ll receive:
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Orientation to the Embrace IEP system
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Overview of current IEP goals and service expectations
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Support in building a service schedule tailored to your availability
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Introductions to relevant staff and service teams for seamless collaboration
What to Expect Day-to-Day
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Deliver 2.5–3 hours/week of direct services (pull-out model), mainly 1:1 or small group
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Focus on developing student regulation, emotional coping, and functional skills
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Push into classrooms for observations and collaborative support
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Provide crisis management and serve as a consultative resource for teachers/staff
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Coordinate with other service providers and contribute to IEP meetings as needed
School Culture
The district values diversity, inclusion, and personalized support. With a 54% diverse student population and an A rating in diversity, it is committed to meeting every student where they are. A low student-to-teacher ratio (16:1) allows for more individualized instruction and close collaboration among staff. This is a tight-knit community where educators and support staff work closely together to meet student needs.
Additional Information
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Parking: On-site, no additional fees
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Dress Code: Professional, but flexible and staff-friendly
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Support: Strong team environment with administrative and peer support available
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