Junior High School Social Worker: Student Support & IEP

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Rantoul, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a School Social Worker to support student development across social, emotional, and behavioral areas within district schools.

The role includes evaluating progress, coordinating IEP-related services, counseling, and collaborating with families, teachers, and community resources to meet student needs and ensure safe, supportive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Social Work from an accredited university or college.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout county.
• Willingness and ability to be trained in techniques for physically restraining students, if necessary.
• Type 73 School Service Personnel: School Social Work

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives.
• Coordinatess individual and group meetings for students.
• Provides crisis intervention as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.
• Reports questions/concerns to immediate supervisor.
• Develops and implements developmentally appropriate social work activities for children with exceptional needs as specified on IEPs.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Ability to instruct and collaborate

Education

Master’s in Social Work

Tools

Web-based programs/e-mail/technology

Job description

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a School Social Worker to support student development across social, emotional, and behavioral areas within district schools.

The role includes evaluating progress, coordinating IEP-related services, counseling, and collaborating with families, teachers, and community resources to meet student needs and ensure safe, supportive learning environments.