School Social Worker

School Social Worker

Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 – Antioch, IL

• Knowledge of current educational and instructional methodologies and techniques
• Knowledge of theories and practices of child development
• Plan, prepare, and implement lesson materials in accordance with district resources and alignment with state standards and the district’s philosophy and objectives
• Employ a variety of instructional methods/techniques and materials to differentiate learning activities for all students
• Promote and maintain appropriate student behavior
• Participate on committees to develop and improve instruction and other building‑level goals/initiatives
• Pursue continual professional growth and commit to the district’s vision of excellence
• Maintain accurate and complete records involving student information required by law, district policy, and administrative direction
• Provide direct counseling support to students through pull‑out and push‑in services
• Consult with teachers, administrators, and parents regarding difficulties with social, emotional, and behavioral concerns
• Review brief and complex functional behavior assessment process (FBA) as needed
• Interpret student data in the areas of social, emotional, and behavioral
• Assist paraprofessionals in meeting the needs of students throughout the building
• Assist with, and/or manage student 504 evaluation and plans
• Participate in the evaluation process for Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Participate in the development of IEPs when social/emotional functioning has been identified
• Provide social skills training to students
• Provide therapeutic intervention/counseling for students with social, emotional, or behavioral needs
• Coordinate and facilitate professional development opportunities for the school community during the school year and summer programming based on need
• Serve as resource and referral with community‑based agencies
• Provide regular, scheduled support to the Structured Learning Program, Learning Opportunities Program, and Early Childhood programs based on school assignment
• Engage in crisis management
• Guide the extended school year program in supporting the overall emotional, social, and behavioral needs of all students
• Act as a mandated reporter
• Account for IEP policy and procedures and be competent with IDEA rules/regulations
• Participate in problem‑solving teams
• Develop and implement Tier 1 literacy support activities
• Provide direct instruction and/or consultation with assistive technology devices
• Co‑treat with other related services providers when appropriate
• Collaborate for integration of special/learning services into the general education curriculum
• Maintain documentation and detailed data for students served
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and administration
• Work collaboratively with grade‑level teams and school teams
• Demonstrate strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills with colleagues, parents, and administration
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth

• Professional Educator License (PEL)
• School Social Worker endorsement
• Knowledge of current educational and instructional methodologies and techniques
• Knowledge of theories and practices of child development

Salary aligned with the terms of the AEEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Entry level

Full‑time

Other

Primary and Secondary Education