Job Description
Description Social Worker at Indian Trail Elementary School Qualifications Professional Educator License as required by the State of Illinois and a School Social Worker endorsement (formerly known as the Type 73) Salary And Benefit Information Click here for Salary and Benefits information: DGEEA Contract 2024-2027. Salary is based on Step and Lane using the 2026-2027 Salary Schedule page 64. Article 17 Teacher Benefits located on page 48-52. Performance Responsibilities The school social worker serves as a vital member of the educational team, providing comprehensive support to students, families, and school staff. They address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges that impact student learning and well-being. Through individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with educators and families, the social worker fosters a positive school climate and promotes academic success. Additionally, they assist in the development of individualized education plans (504s and IEPs), conduct assessments, and connect families with community resources to ensure student support. The school social worker shall provide services to STUDENTS by: Working cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs. Conferring with school personnel regarding a student's needs and supports. Communicating information about a student's school needs and supports with parents. Consulting with parents regarding ways they can help their child become effective in school. Conducting social developmental components of a case study evaluation. Administering and interpreting adaptive behavior scales. Making classroom observations of a student who has been referred following district procedures. Maintaining accurate, complete, and punctual records as required by law, district policy, and administrative direction. Responding swiftly and effectively, in line with training, to ensure student safety and well-being. The School Social Worker shall provide services to the PARENTS of District 58 by: Serving as a liaison between home and school, providing parental education and counseling. Obtaining medical, social, or educational information about a referred student from community agencies with proper releases of information. Conferring with parents concerning their feelings about special education services/placements; preparing parents for upcoming meetings. Preparing for and attending student meetings (IEP, 504, etc.); providing emotional support to parents; presenting social/developmental information. Helping parents understand school policies, procedures, and expectations to better support their child's success. Making provisions to be available to parents and school personnel as needed for education-related purposes. Treating personal information about students, parents, or staff members confidentially and ethically by discussing such personal information only with individuals having a demonstrable educational interest in the student. Connecting parents with community resources, such as mental health services, food assistance, or housing support. The School Social Worker shall provide services to the TEACHERS in District 58 by: Collaborating with teachers to identify students who may be struggling emotionally or socially and providing strategies for classroom management. Offering guidance on how to support students with behavioral or mental health challenges, including trauma-informed practices. Providing professional development or training on topics like social-emotional learning (SEL), de-escalation techniques, and effective communication with students. Assisting in developing individualized strategies for students with special needs, including accommodations and behavioral interventions. Observing students in the classroom to provide insights into their behavior and offer tailored recommendations for supporting them. Facilitating communication between teachers, parents, and support staff to ensure a coordinated approach to student success. Assisting teachers in navigating difficult situations, such as managing crises, addressing student conflicts, or handling sensitive topics. Helping teachers understand the psychological and emotional factors that may affect student learning and providing resources for addressing these factors. Encouraging a positive school climate by promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma around seeking help. Application Procedure Apply online