Leave Coverage: School Social Worker at Cumberland Elementary School

Des Plaines School District 62; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid individual health benefits

Paid sick and personal time

Job summary

Des Plaines School District 62 in Illinois is seeking a School Social Worker for Cumberland Elementary School to cover a leave from August 20 through November 9, 2026. The ideal candidate must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with the appropriate endorsement and preferably have experience in a middle school setting.

This position is part of the Des Plaines Education Association and includes fully paid individual health benefits, as well as paid sick and personal time.

Qualifications

• Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License required.
• Experience in a middle school setting is preferred.

Skills

Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement

Experience in a middle school setting

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement

Job description

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a School Social Worker at Cumberland Elementary School to cover a leave from August 20 through November 9, 2026.

Mission

The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.

Qualifications

• Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement.
• Experience in a middle school setting is preferred.

District Information

District 62 has approximately 4,800 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.

Compensation Information

• This position is part of the Des Plaines Education Association and salaries are part of the collective bargaining agreement. This position includes paid sick and personal time. Salary information can be found here: Certified Salary Information Additional information can be found Under "Contract Information" here: https://www.d62.org/our-story/departments/human-resources
• This position includes fully paid individual health benefits. All benefits information can be found here: https://ccsd62.benefithub.com/app/home

Application Procedure

Apply online at https://tinyurl.com/D62Hires and complete the online application, including uploading a resume, letter of introduction, references and transcripts.

Selection Procedure

All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration by the building Principal. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.