FTE Social Worker

Our Mission

North Shore School District 112 is a transformative learning organization where curiosity inspires minds, innovation shapes the future, and students, staff, and families work together to create a kind, connected community committed to excellence.

Wayne Thomas Elementary School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community within North Shore School District 112, located in the heart of Highland Park. The school is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, whole-child development, and a collaborative culture among staff, students, and families. Educators at Wayne Thomas are supported in implementing innovative, student-centered practices that foster curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.

With a focus on building meaningful relationships and maintaining a positive school climate, Wayne Thomas is a place where both students and staff feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

• Demonstrates knowledge of child and adolescent development
• Establishes general outcomes for the support services appropriate to the setting and the students served
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources, both within and beyond the school and district
• Plans support services to meet the needs of individual students
• Develops a plan to evaluate the support services provided

• Creates an environment of respect and rapport
• Contributes to the culture for positive student behavior in the school

• Provides direct services in the classroom without pulling students from the room
• Assesses student needs
• Uses strategies in the social work setting
• Collaborates with stakeholders (staff, families, outside providers, etc.) in order to meet student needs
• Reflects on practice

• Manages paperwork
• Participates in a school/district community
• Engages in professional development
• Shows professionalism

• Valid Illinois teaching license with proper endorsement(s): school social work
• Ability to effectively collaborate
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in use of instructional technology
• Experience or interest in working with students with moderate to severe behavioral and emotional disabilities
• Trained in Nonviolent Crisis Interventions or willing to obtain this certification

Salary:
Per NSEA New Teacher Hire Grid for the  school year, excellent benefits, TRS Retirement Pension Service Credit, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave, and other benefits.

Apply online by completing the online application and uploading support materials.

The principal will review online applications and supporting materials. The principal will call individuals in for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet with the Executive Director of Personnel Services who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education.

The North Shore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.