Local Contract Social Work - Master of Social Work

Position: Local Contract Social Work - Master of Social Work - $43-56 per hour
Cross Country Education is seeking a Social Work Master of Social Work for a local contract job in Chicago Ridge, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:
Master of Social Work Discipline:
Social Work

Start Date:

08/17/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 35 hours per week

Shift: 7 hours

Employment Type:

Local Contract Ready to make a lasting impact this school year? Cross Country Education is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker for a short-term FMLA coverage assignment serving a preschool population in Chicago Ridge, IL this 2026 Fall semester.

Position Overview:

Provide direct social-emotional support and developmental interventions for preschool-aged students within a school setting. Manage a specialized caseload while maintaining compliance with IEP goals, documentation, and state regulations. Partner with families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to implement behavioral support plans and promote student success. Deliver crisis support and connect students and families with appropriate resources as needs arise.

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) Active Illinois Social Worker License Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement Prior experience working with preschool populations and knowledge of early childhood developmental milestones Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education? Top Compensation:
Earn $42.90 - $56.20 per hour , based on your experience and qualifications as a Social Worker, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives. Generous Benefits:
Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals. Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy a consistent 35-hour work week , paid sick leave , and a schedule that supports balance. Is It Time for a New Start? Company Website :  Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2 About Cross Country Education Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services.

Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution. We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.