REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director/Assistant Director of Special Education

WORK YEAR: School Year 2025-26 (August 18, 2025 - June 1, 2026), per internship program requirements

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of a licensed Social Worker, the intern may participate in a wide variety of activities, including evaluative assessments, problem-solving, crisis management, development and monitoring, and other activities determined and permitted by District, State, and University requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Enrolled in a master's level program that will result in the issuance of a Professional Educator License from the Illinois State Board of Education with a School Social Worker endorsement
The ability to work collaboratively with others to optimize student achievement
A willingness to participate in staff development opportunities
A strong commitment to professional excellence

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

(Note: This is the list of competencies where although expertise is expected, specific roles and functions will vary depending upon assignment)

Assessment

demonstrates knowledge of formal and informal assessment procedures
Select appropriate assessment instruments
conducts assessments appropriately
interprets assessment information accurately
demonstrates knowledge of the screening/referral/evaluation process
conducts an ongoing assessment of instructional goals and objectives
demonstrates awareness, understanding and knowledge of the variety of physical, emotional, and cognitive conditions that may contribute to a student's learning problems
reports assessment data in a clear and concise manner
Provide classroom observations

Designs Individualized Educational Programs

Develop individualized goals and objectives based on assessment results
provides long-range student planning
fully participates in the MDC/IEP process

Provision of Direct Services

demonstrates understanding and skills related to the practice of counseling and behavior management
Develop intervention plans consistent with assessments, classroom environment, and student needs
provides instruction in Student Assistance Program and is the liaison for student assistance programs
referrals to parents for access to community services
regularly reviews and updates IEP goals and objectives
implements appropriate counseling/behavioral strategies to meet individual/group student needs
effectively organizes time to maximize service delivery to schools served
demonstrates due care in service delivery according to standards of social work

Case Management

participates with the building Student Services Team
monitors implementation of student I.E.P.'s
responsible for gathering, monitoring, and completing of pupil data surrounding staffings, case studies, and annual reviews
manages and coordinates required meetings/conferences
manages and coordinates required paperwork
trains, supervises, and assists in the evaluation of paraprofessionals (when applicable)

APPLY: Applicants should complete the online application and upload all supplementary materials electronically. Hard-copy materials are not accepted. The online application may be accessed by visiting our website: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/osd135

We are an equal opportunity employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

School Social Worker Intern (2025-2026)