At BMP Special Education Cooperative, we believe school social workers should have the flexibility, resources, and team support they need to do their jobs well.
Serving 14 member school districts across Bureau and Marshall Counties, our cooperative offers opportunities to build meaningful relationships with students and families, collaborate with educators, and help school teams address students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Flex Time Plan that provides scheduling flexibility while meeting student service needs.
Opportunities to complete paperwork and reports remotely when appropriate.
A school-year calendar with summers off.
A workplace that recognizes the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with life outside of school.
Special Education Coordinators help manage IEP meetings and case coordination, allowing social workers to focus more on counseling, assessment, consultation, and intervention planning.
Collaborate with school teams to address students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Spend more time providing meaningful services and developing supports that help students succeed.
Work within a team model alongside special education coordinators, school psychologists, and other related service providers.
Collaborate with school teams to problem-solve student needs, develop interventions, and identify appropriate supports.
Have access to supportive colleagues who are willing to share ideas, offer guidance, and help when situations become complicated.
Build relationships with students, families, and educators across a variety of educational settings.
Help students develop social-emotional skills, navigate challenges, and experience success in school.
Use your expertise to support not only individual students but also the educators and teams working with them.
As a school social worker at BMP, you'll have opportunities to:
Provide individual and group counseling services to students as outlined in their IEPs.
Complete social developmental studies as part of the special education evaluation process.
Participate in problem-solving, eligibility, and IEP meetings to interpret assessment results and contribute to educational planning.
Assess and interpret students' social, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to develop and implement appropriate interventions and supports.
Consult with school teams regarding student behavior, social-emotional development, and educational needs.
Provide interventions and support for general education students when needed.
Assist families in understanding their child's needs and connecting with school and community resources.
Have a particular professional interest or area of expertise? We're open to discussing ways you can use your strengths to support students, families, and school teams.
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement.
BMP offers a competitive compensation package and several benefits designed to support work-life balance and professional growth.
Salary Range: $42,000-$72,000, based on qualifications and experience.
Board-Paid TRS: BMP pays the employee's TRS contribution.
$5,000 Insurance Fringe Benefit: Financial support toward insurance coverage.
Insurance Buyout Option: Available to eligible employees who decline insurance coverage.
Flexible Scheduling: BMP's Flex Time Plan provides flexibility in managing professional responsibilities while meeting student needs.
School-Year Calendar: Enjoy summers off.
Multi-Year Contract Option: Additional compensation may be available in exchange for a multi-year commitment.
Early-Career Hiring Incentive: Newly hired school social workers with two or fewer years of experience are eligible for a $5,000 annual stipend for three years, contingent on receiving a proficient or higher evaluation rating.
Whether you're an experienced school social worker looking for a change or just beginning your career, we'd love to hear from you!
We also welcome questions from individuals who would like to learn more about our team model, scheduling flexibility, workload expectations, and what it's like to work at BMP.
Position Available: 2027-2028 School Year
Anticipated Start Date: August 10, 2027
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interviews Begin: February 2027
Submit a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to:
Mallory Boehm-Benassi
BMP Special Education Cooperative
PO Box 239
Tiskilwa, IL 61368
mbenassi@bmpspeced.org