Qualifications and Description: Family Engagement Specialist/Pre-K Social Work Support. A Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsement in Social Work is preferred. Candidates without a Professional Educator License will still be considered if they possess a Master's degree in Social Work. Depending on the candidate pool, candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work may also be considered. Experience with children ages 3-5 supporting families in accessing community supports, and knowledge of community programs is critical. Position will begin with the 2025-2026 school year.
Job Responsibilities: - Establish personal relationships with families.
- Attendance monitoring/intervention.
- Home visits for students who are at risk, not engaged, falling behind.
- Connect families with local resources and agencies that are needed.
- Help with McKinley-Vento paperwork when registering/enrolling.
- Work with families regarding financial situations/fee waivers/payment plans.
- Parent workshops--work with other staff, interventionist, outside agencies.
- Coordinate and participate in preschool screening.
- Provide Social Work services to students in the preschool program.
- Conduct evaluations for students in the preschool program.
- Attend meetings with families (reentry meetings, IEP's, 504's, P/T Conferences).
- Other duties as assigned.
Salary: Please see attached 2025-2026 Salary Schedule and summary of Employee Benefits.
Application Procedure: Apply online at www.mahometseymour.org. (Menu/District Information/Employment)
For More Information Contact:
Christine Northrup, Director of Special Education
1301 S. Bulldog Dr.
Mahomet, IL 61853
Phone: (217) 586-2161
Email: cnorthrup@mscusd.org
