Temporary Freelance Jobs in Racine, WI (NOW HIRING)

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading schools. We're currently seeking a School Social Worker for school-based position in Lake County, Illinois for the 2026/2027 school year.
These roles are ideal for professionals who are passionate about supporting students' social, emotional, and behavioral well-being to help them succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Location: Lake County, IL (in-person)

Schedule: Full Time

School Year: 2026/2027

• Provide school-based social work services to students in alignment with their IEPs and social-emotional goals.

• Conduct assessments and develop intervention plans addressing students' emotional, behavioral, and social needs.

• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create supportive learning environments.

• Deliver individual and group counseling sessions promoting coping strategies, resilience, and positive peer interactions.

• Serve as a liaison between home, school, and community resources to ensure comprehensive student support.

• Participate in IEP meetings, staff consultations, and professional development initiatives.

• Active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement required.

• Previous experience in a school or youth-centered setting preferred.

• Strong understanding of social-emotional development and behavioral support strategies.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, and school teams.

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

• • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

• • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

• • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

• • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

• • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.