Early Childhood School Social Worker

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of preschool students this fall! Cross Country Education is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to support an early childhood program in Chicago Ridge, IL during the 2026–2027 fall semester.

• Support preschool students by providing social-emotional interventions during a short-term FMLA coverage assignment.
• Manage a specialized caseload while maintaining compliance with IEPs, documentation, and state requirements.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to promote student growth and implement behavioral supports.
• Provide crisis support and connect students and families with appropriate community resources.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Active Illinois Social Worker License
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement
• Experience supporting preschool or early childhood students preferred

• Top Compensation:
  Earn $40.00 - $52.30 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 predictable school schedule.

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.