Top 51 School counselor Jobs in Des Plaines, Il

School Counselor
Saint Viator High School —Arlington Heights, IL
- $48,554 - $96,027 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- High school
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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School Counselor
Berkeley School District 87 —Berkeley, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Public school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
School Counselor
Student Savvy, INC —Chicago, IL
- $40 - $50 an hour
- Contract
- Psychology
- Social Work
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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Interventionist / School Counselor Coordinator
Resurrection College Pre High School —Chicago, IL
- $41,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- School experience
- High school
- Mid-level
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School Counselor - IHSCA
Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy —Chicago, IL
- $63,850 - $71,752 a year
- Extended hours
- School experience
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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High School Counselor
Acero Charter Schools, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $61,180 - $81,029 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- High school
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Pathways - Counselor
Barrington 220 School District —Barrington, IL
- $5,045.84 a month
- School experience
- High school
- Mid-level
Academic Coach/School Counselor
Catapult Learning —Chicago, IL
- $26 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- LPC
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Tuition reimbursement
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Postsecondary Counselor SY2026-SY2027
North Lawndale College Prep Charter High School —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Temporary School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Temporary
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
1d
ANTICIPATED SY26-27 Temporary Assigned School Counselor PK-8
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Temporary
- Classroom
- Public school
- Communication skills
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
12d
Anticipated SY26-27 School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Anticipated SY 26-27 School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
SY26-27 Anticipated School Counseling Office Asst
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $44,421.22 - $66,933.07 a year
- School experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Public school
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Anticipated SY26 - 27 School Counselor (Temporary)
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Temporary
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
School Counselor
Waukegan Community Unit District 60 —Waukegan, IL
- Online Application
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
Anticipated SY26-27 Temporary School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Temporary
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Anticipated TAT School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
SY26-27 Anticipated School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance

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School Counselor

Saint Viator High School -
Arlington Heights, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$48,554 - $96,027 a year

Qualifications

School experience
Computer operation
Educational administrative software
Student database management
Student information system
Experience working with high schoolers
Master of Arts
Professional Educator License
Community relationship building
School Counseling Certification
Master's degree in school counseling

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School Counselor (1.0 FTE)

Saint Viator High School | Arlington Heights, IL

Position Overview

Saint Viator High School, a Catholic, college-preparatory community, seeks a dedicated and student-centered School Counselor to join our Counseling Department. As an integral member of a collaborative team, the School Counselor spends the majority of their time in direct service to students, supporting their academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary development. In this role, you will serve as a trusted resource, fostering vital relationships between students, parents, faculty, and administration to uphold the mission and values of Saint Viator High School.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree (M.A./M.S./M.Ed.) in School Counseling.
Licensure: Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Counseling endorsement (Required).
Certification: NCC, LPC, or LCPC credentials (Highly Preferred).
Experience: Previous experience in a high school college-preparatory setting; familiarity with the ASCA National Model and data-informed practices.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with Maia Learning (or similar college/career platforms) and Student Information Systems.
Core Competencies: Exceptional interpersonal skills, sound clinical judgment, and a strict commitment to student confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

1. Social & Emotional Development

Provide individual and small-group counseling to support mental health, well-being, and crisis intervention.
Empower students to develop resilience, coping skills, and ethical decision-making strategies.
Identify and mitigate barriers to student success through targeted interventions and referrals to outside providers when necessary.

2. Academic Advising & Support

Manage course selection, scheduling, and the development of comprehensive four-year academic plans.
Monitor student progress and collaborate with faculty to implement effective study skills and organizational strategies.
Interpret standardized testing data (ACT, SAT, PreACT) to guide academic planning and placement.
Active participation in Student Support/Intervention teams to address diverse learning needs.

3. Post-Secondary & Career Planning

Guide students and families through the college search, application, and financial aid processes.
Facilitate programming and resources focused on career exploration, vocational interests, and alternative post-secondary pathways.
Build and maintain relationships with college admissions representatives and feeder schools to support student transitions.

4. Collaborative Leadership & Mission

Integrated Teamwork: Partner with the Administration, Scanlan Center (Learning Support), Dean’s Office, School Nurse, Campus Ministry, and Athletics.
Program Development: Assist in the delivery of a comprehensive counseling curriculum aligned with ASCA standards.
Community Engagement: Facilitate parent/guardian outreach and educational workshops.
Faith-Based Commitment: Actively support the Catholic mission and Viatorian identity of the school in all professional interactions.

Skills and Abilities:

Project a positive image of Saint Viator High School and maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
Self-starter with a proven record of working independently while also able to work collaboratively with staff, management, and volunteers.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Comfort meeting and speaking with a variety of people in a variety of professional and social situations.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively through speaking, listening, and writing.
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse educational environment.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

Working Environment:

Flexible hours required, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of retreats, meetings, and events.
Engagement with students, families, and the broader community in a variety of settings.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone and keyboard; and reach with hands and arms.

About Saint Viator High School:

Saint Viator High School is a Catholic, college-preparatory community of learning called to provide religious formation and an academic program of excellence to young men and women. Guided by the Viatorian mission, all Saint Viator graduates are equipped to discern who God wants them to be, discover what the world needs, and transform the communities they encounter.

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