A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
School Social Worker - 1.0 FTE Champaign Unit 4 School District - 3.3 Champaign, IL Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Practicing as a school social worker
Professional Educator License Full Job Description JobID:
2788
Position Type:
Student Support Services (Licensed)/
School Social Worker Date Posted:
7/31/2026
Location:
Mellon Building -
Special Education Date Available:
August 2026 Our Mission Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence. Qualifications Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker Endorsement Compensation The salary for this position is determined based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Champaign Federation of Teachers, which includes a different level of compensation for positions designated as "hard to fill." The full salary schedule and the Hard to Fill positions list are available on our website. The District currently gives experienced teachers unlimited experience credit for service outside the District. New teachers may request up to $2,000 as a salary advance to help with relocation expenses or other needs. 100% of a teacher's contributions to TRS are currently paid by the Board of Education. The Board currently pays 100% of a teacher's employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance. There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance. There are many opportunities for teachers to earn substantial additional compensation (stipends, differentials, extra duty pay, etc.) during the regular school year and in the summer. The District offers an additional $1,500 annual stipend for Teachers who hold a national board certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Individuals hired into a 1.0 FTE position in the CFT bargaining unit after October 1, 2023 are eligible for a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus. Details can be found on the Human Resources page of our website. Application Deadline This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews may be conducted after August 4, 2026, so interested applicants should submit their materials ASAP to ensure consideration. Important Notes The exact work location for this position is subject to change based on student needs. Travel to other District buildings may be required to ensure appropriate services are provided across the District. More About Our Community Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana. Want to Learn More? If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, at . Please include your résumé.
