High School Summer School Counselor

Kankakee School District #111

Kankakee, IL

Position Type:
Summer School/Summer School Teacher

Date Posted:
2/23/2026

Location:
Kankakee High School

Date Available:
06/08/2026

Position Title:

High School Summer School Counselor

Program Dates:

June 15th, 2026-July 16th, 2026

Required Professional Development:

June 10th-11th, 2026

No School:

June 22, 2026 and July 6, 2026

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 8 AM- 1 PM (staff hours)

Location:

KHS

Position Summary:

We are seeking a collaborative and student-focused High School Summer School Counselor to support students during our 2026 Summer School Program. The counselor will play a key role in helping students navigate academic and social-emotional challenges, recover credits, and make informed decisions about their educational pathways. The counselor will also support staff by providing student insights and intervention strategies to foster academic success and personal growth. This position is contingent upon student enrollment and will be filled in accordance with district staffing guidelines.

Qualifications:

Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Counselor endorsement
Prior experience working with high school students in academic and counseling settings is preferred
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, teachers, and administrators

Performance Responsibilities:

Provide academic, social-emotional, and college/career counseling to students enrolled in summer school
Assist with student scheduling, credit recovery planning, and goal setting
Monitor student attendance, academic progress, and behavioral concerns; implement appropriate interventions and referrals as needed
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop and support strategies that promote student success
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, support needs, and available resources
Facilitate group and individual counseling sessions as appropriate
Support transitions for incoming 9th-grade students or students preparing for graduation/post-secondary plans
Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students
Maintain accurate and confidential student records and submit required documentation in a timely manner, including updating transcripts as credits are recovered
Attend required professional development and staff meetings

Be present for the full duration of the summer session, with a maximum of three absences allowed

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