Long-Term Substitute Social Worker

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115 seeks a Long-Term Substitute Social Worker for Cherokee Elementary School from November 9, 2026 through February 1, 2027. The role focuses on supporting students, families, and staff in addressing social, emotional, and behavioral needs within a pre-K–8 setting.

The starting rate is $308.84 per day. This temporary position offers no additional benefits; a PEL with School Social Worker endorsement and an MSW are preferred qualifications.

Qualifications

• A current Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement.
• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution, recommended

Responsibilities

• Provide essential support to students, families, and staff within the pre-K-8 setting.
• Address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to facilitate a positive school environment.
• Promote academic success.

Education

Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Student Services - School Social Worker

• Date Posted: 11/5/2026

• Location: Cherokee School

• Date Available: 11/09/2026

• Closing Date: 11/13/2026

Lake Forest School District 67 is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Social Worker at Cherokee Elementary School from November 9, 2026 to February 1, 2027.

Description: The school social worker will provide essential support to students, families, and staff within the pre-K-8 setting. This role involves addressing the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students, collaborating with colleagues to facilitate a positive school environment, and promoting academic success.

Starting rate: $308.84/day

Benefits: None associated with this position

Qualifications

• A current Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement
• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution, recommended

Questions about the Social Worker position should email Principal Kim Rutan ([e-mail])