School Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

School Social Worker

Location : West Chicago, IL, 60185

Grade Level : Early Childhood (Preschool)

Start Date : November 2025

Schedule : Full-Time | 35 Hours / Week | Onsite | 8 : 30am–3 : 30 PM

Salary Range : $46–$58 per hour

Position Type : FMLA Coverage | November 2025 – March 2026

About the Opportunity

AnthroMed Education is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood School Social Worker to support preschool students. This role provides the rewarding opportunity to support young learners during a key developmental period, working alongside an incredibly collaborative and supportive school community. This assignment is a great fit for a Social Worker who enjoys Early Childhood, values relationship-building, and thrives in a play-based, push-in model. You’ll join a district that is welcoming to clinicians—we currently have an SLP supporting the middle school, and they absolutely love it!

What You’ll Do

Provide school social work services to preschool-aged students

Support students primarily through push-in services within classroom settings

Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families

Assist with social-emotional learning, behavioral support, and early intervention strategies

Participate in IEP meetings and maintain required documentation

Caseload Details

Early Childhood caseload at one school

Primarily push-in model

~35 hours per week (full-time)

Support general education and special education early learners

Office space provided (school will confirm designated location)

Qualifications

Current Illinois IDFPR School Social Work License

Valid PEL with School Social Worker endorsement

Experience working with Early Childhood populations preferred

Strong communication, collaboration, and cultural competence

Why Join AnthroMed Education?

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare (Medical PPO with $0 payroll deduction)

401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% (starting Day 1)

Paid parental leave & short-term disability (100% employer-sponsored)

Yearly materials stipend and full licensure reimbursement

Access to therapy resources, CEU opportunities & guest speaker series

Bi-weekly team meetings and peer support

1 : 1 guidance from a Clinical Director

Weekly salary paid over 52 weeks (includes holidays, breaks & PTO)

A collaborative, supportive, and responsive culture dedicated to your success

Learn more about us : www.AnthroMed.education

Ready to Apply?

We’d love to connect with you! Apply directly through Indeed or reach out to learn more about how AnthroMed Education supports school-based clinicians in making a difference for children and families.

AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.

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