School Social Worker or School Counselor: 2025-2026 School Year

AnthroMed Education; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate School Social Worker or Counselor for the 2025-2026 school year to provide social-emotional support in a therapeutic learning environment. The role involves working K-12, focusing on students with various needs. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary with 30-35+ days of paid time off

Health coverage starting first month after start

401(k) retirement plan with 100% employer match

Access to confidential support services

Qualifications

• Required Professional Educator License (PEL) for a School Social Worker or Counselor.
• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.
• Experience with students with Autism and developmental challenges is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Provide social-emotional support in a therapeutic environment.
• Work closely with students having communication challenges.
• Support individualized learning plans in a low student-to-staff ratio.

Skills

Compassion

Support

Education

Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Work endorsement or appropriate certification for School Counselors

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

School Social Worker or School Counselor: 2025-2026 School Year

School Social Worker or School Counselor

Job Opportunity: School Social Worker or School Counselor

AnthroMed Education is looking for a compassionate School Social Worker (or School Counselor) to join our team in atherapeutic learning environment for the 2025-2026 academic year . If you’re passionate about creating positive outcomes for students through individualized support, we’d love to connect with you!

Position Overview

• Grade Levels: K-12th grade
• Duration: 2025-2026 School Year (Option to work Extended School Year - ESY)
• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday (8:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
• Hours: 7.5-hour workdays with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• Setting: Onsite
• Caseload: Around 4 small classes, with 6–8 students in each

Key Responsibilities

• Provide social-emotional support in a structured, therapeutic environment.
• Work closely with students who have Autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, communication challenges, and sensory processing needs.
• Support individualized learning plans within a low student-to-staff ratio setting to promote growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• Required License: Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Work endorsement or appropriate certification for School Counselors.

Why Join AnthroMed Education?

We’re committed to providing outstanding support to our team with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities:

Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off

• Full-time employees receive a competitive salary with 30-35+ days of paid time off, covering all school holidays.

Professional Growth

• One-on-one caseload support from our Clinical Leadership Team.
• Full reimbursement for licensure fees related to IDFPR and ISBE.
• Health coverage starting the first month after your start date.
• United Healthcare PPO plan with $0 payroll deductions.
• Dental and vision coverage options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting costs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% employer match on the first 3% of contributions—eligible from day one.
• Company-paid short-term disability and basic life insurance.
• Access to confidential support services through our Employee Assistance Program.

Optional Benefits

• Supplemental life insurance, critical illness protection, and accident coverage available.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Interested in learning more? We’d love to hear from you! We also offer a $500 referral bonus if you recommend someone who joins our team.

Apply today and help create a positive impact in students’ lives!

For inquiries or to apply, reach out to:

Annie Porritt
[e-mail]

Do you or will you hold an ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement?

Have you or will you obtain your Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology?* YES NO