Top 60 School counselor Jobs in Itasca, Il

School Counselor
Bartlett Learning Center, Inc/Cupertino CILA —Wheaton, IL
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
12d
Charter School - Social Worker (SW) Substance Counselor
The Stepping Stones Group —Chicago, IL
- $45 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Experience working with children
Quick Apply
Bilingual Counselor *Up to $62/hr
Connected Healthcare —Elmhurst, IL
- Up to $62 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
Quick Apply
Elementary - School Counselor - 2026/2027
Deerfield School District 109 —Deerfield, IL
- $47,986 - $152,216 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Word processing
- Writing skills
10d
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
Quick Apply
Full-time Generalist Counselor
Notre Dame College Prep —Niles, IL
- $54,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school
- Computer literacy
- Paid jury duty
- 403(b) matching
Quick Apply
14d
School Counselor
Student Savvy, INC —Chicago, IL
- $40 - $50 an hour
- Contract
- Psychology
- Social Work
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
7d
School Counselor
Berkeley School District 87 —Berkeley, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Public school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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
3d
Part Time School Counselor - Queen of All Saints - Chicago - Vic. II
Queen of All Saints School —Chicago, IL
- $70 - $77 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- LPC
Quick Apply
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
Quick Apply
6d
Pathways - Counselor
Barrington 220 School District —Barrington, IL
- $5,045.84 a month
- School experience
- High school
- Mid-level
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
Quick Apply
School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
9d
Academic Coach/School Counselor
Catapult Learning —Chicago, IL
- $26 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- LPC
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Tuition reimbursement
Quick Apply
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
Part-Time Guidance Counselor
Wheaton Academy —West Chicago, IL
- $26 - $29 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Quick Apply
Part Time School Counselor - St. Eugene - Norridge - Vic. IV
St. Eugene School —Chicago, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Part Time Child Care Counselor (Before & After School or Preschool)
Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association —Highland Park, IL
- $16.00 - $22.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- No experience needed
- Preschool
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
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
13d

I want to receive the latest job alert for school counselor in itasca, il

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

school counselor jobs near itasca, il

School Counselor

Bartlett Learning Center, Inc/Cupertino CILA
Wheaton, IL

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$50,000 - $55,000 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Conflict resolution in education
School counselor experience
Coaching
Emergency response in crisis intervention
Working with students
Incident response (Crisis management methodologies)
Clinical interprofessional collaboration
Empathy
School Counseling Certification
LCSW-C

Full Job Description

Position Overview:
Clare Woods Academy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Counselor to join our team. The School Counselor will play a critical role in helping students develop key life skills, such as emotional management, communication, and conflict resolution. With a focus on preparing students for independence, the counselor will help students navigate social and emotional challenges, foster resilience, and promote self-sufficiency. The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting students’ growth, working collaboratively with staff and families, and developing strategies that ensure students are ready for life beyond Clare Woods Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to students experiencing acute distress or challenges.
Participate as a member of the Channel 2 Crisis Intervention Team.
Offer individual and group counseling aimed at building life skills such as emotional regulation, self-advocacy, communication, and decision-making. The goal is to help students develop positive interpersonal relationships, problem-solving strategies, and coping mechanisms for managing stress and emotions.
Individual counseling sessions focus on helping students address personal emotional, social, and behavioral challenges.
Group counseling sessions focus on building social skills, emotional regulation, communication, conflict resolution, and life skills, all designed to support students in forming positive relationships and preparing for independence.

· The counselor is responsible for tracking data and ensuring the required minutes are met as specified in the IEP.

Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, and families to create individualized support plans for each student (IEPs/BIPs), and co-treat with OT, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and art therapists.
Data-Driven Compliance & Intervention: Collaborate closely with classroom staff to ensure daily data is collected accurately and consistently; use this data to monitor BIP fidelity and assess the need for adjustments to behavioral interventions.
Support students in setting and achieving personal goals, developing independent living skills, and preparing for future transitions, including adulthood and life after school.
Serve as a resource for students and families, offering guidance and strategies to encourage continued personal growth outside of school.
Maintain confidential records of student progress and collaborate with families to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
Participate in school team meetings, contribute to program development, and engage in professional development opportunities to enhance counseling services.
Consulting with psychologists or social workers from a sending district to plan behavior modification programs.
Acting as a primary contact for these external districts regarding specific student behavior programs.
The Counselor is directly responsible to the Program Director for the progress of each student’s needs.
Conducting formal sessions specifically to make recommendations for behavior modification for individual students (In House Staffings).
Submitting progress reports and conducting follow-up staffings to determine if a recommended behavior program is actually feasible.
Organizing formal in-service training programs for both parents and teachers.
Creating and organizing support service groups that provide specific suggestions for working with students needing special help.
Develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for each student with the approval of the Program Director.

Qualifications:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Counseling endorsement, or licensure as an LCSW, LCPC, LPC or similar clinical certification.
Experience working with students with emotional, behavioral, and social challenges, particularly in the development of life skills.
Strong understanding of therapeutic techniques and strategies for promoting independence and emotional resilience.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, with a focus on student-centered care.
Compassionate, patient, and committed to helping students develop essential life skills for success beyond school.
Demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence and personal resiliency to navigate high-stress situations. Maintain a grounded, empathetic presence when supporting students in crisis and coaching classroom teams through the emotional demands of the work.
Strong communication, organizational, and crisis management skills.
Experience in crisis intervention and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally.
Pass a pre-employment physical and be free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis.
the candidate must be free of a criminal record as determined by the Illinois State Police.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Salary from 50,000-55,000/year.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Professional development opportunities and a supportive, mission-driven work environment.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

What experience do you have working with students with different developmental delays or disabilities.
What are your expectations in yearly compensation? Please note that summer school (ESY) is paid separately from the base pay.

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

school counselor jobs in itasca, il

School Counselor

Charter School - Social Worker (SW) Substance Counselor

Bilingual Counselor *Up to $62/hr

Elementary - School Counselor - 2026/2027

School Counselor

Full-time Generalist Counselor

School Counselor

School Counselor

High School Counselor

Part Time School Counselor - Queen of All Saints - Chicago - Vic. II

Interventionist / School Counselor Coordinator

Pathways - Counselor

School Counselor - IHSCA

School Counselor

Academic Coach/School Counselor

Anticipated SY26-27 School Counselor

Part-Time Guidance Counselor

Part Time School Counselor - St. Eugene - Norridge - Vic. IV

Part Time Child Care Counselor (Before & After School or Preschool)

SY26-27 Anticipated School Counselor

I want to receive the latest job alert for school counselor in itasca, il

Related Searches

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected