School Counselor

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Guidance Counselor

Date Posted:
5/21/2026

Location:
Proviso East High School

Date Available:
08/07/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled POSITION TITLE: School Counselor

REPORTS TO: Building Principal



QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Experience or Training
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License
w/ endorsement in School Counseling (formerly 73 School Service Personnel Certification)
Previous High School Counseling Experience
Data Background



Desired Experience or Training
Master's Degree; Previous high school teaching experience
Social Worker Background

College & Career Background
LCPC Certified POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD

1. Teach to prescribed outcomes and goals
2. Use instructional methods that improve student achievement
3. Assign and evaluate appropriate student work
4. Involve students in learning
5. Make effective use of entire class period
6. Use appropriate school support and resource materials
7. Convey to students learning goals and the importance of material learned
8. Be clear in explanations and directions
9. Provide continuity in learning activities
10. Challenge students by using appropriate questioning strategies
11. Speak clearly, audibly, and fluently
12. Adjust the teaching pace to assure maximum student understanding
13. Provide appropriate remedial and/or enrichment material whenever necessary
14. Communicate high expectations for student performance

INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING

1. Establish a positive and safe learning environment
2. Revise lesson plans as needed
3. Plan instructional examples, illustrations, and time for questions into lessons
4. Address different styles of learning by employing a variety of instructional techniques and materials
5. Be creative and innovative in the use of curricular and instructional materials

SUBJECT MATTER

1. Demonstrate command of subject areas crucial to instructional effectiveness
2. Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary instructional research related to the subject area and to the teaching of diverse students
3. Remain current in the assigned content area and in the profession
4. Demonstrate enthusiasm about subject matter

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES

1. Develop, communicate, and enforce a set of classroom rules, policies, procedures, and expectations which are consistent with school and department policies and with learning outcomes
2. Monitor student behavior for compliance with classroom rules
3. Reinforce/reward appropriate social and academic behavior
4. Respond to behavior problems quickly and appropriately
5. Have necessary material and equipment available and ensure their appropriate use and care
6. Provide and distribute necessary classroom materials in an orderly and efficient manner
7. Interact with students in ways which are respectful and friendly, and which reflect an understanding of cultural differences
8. Provide students feedback on their knowledge and skill
9. Use effective methods to manage student behavior

PROFESSIONALLY RELATED COMPETENCIES

1. Participate in review and updating of curricular programs
2. Perform promptly the responsibilities stipulated in Board of Education policies and administrative procedures
3. Adhere to all personal absences procedures and provides appropriate plans and materials for use by the substitute
4. Model and enforce classroom and school rules, policies, and procedures; exemplify the district's mission and beliefs
5. Be punctual in arrival times to the building, to classes, and to meetings
6. Report promptly student behavior, attendance, and performance to family or guardians and when necessary, refer students to appropriate school personnel; stay in regular communications with parents.
7. Cooperate with other educational personnel
8. Implement recommendations made in the evaluation and supervisory process

Application Procedures :
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Selection Process :
All applicants must complete a District application to be considered for employment. Applications will be reviewed. Interviews of selected qualified applicants will be conducted, and a qualified candidate will be recommended by the hiring supervisor to the Office of Human Resources. District 209 ensures equal employment opportunity, as outlined in Board Policy 5:10. The Superintendent is responsible for making final hiring recommendations to the Proviso Township High Schools Board of Education. Employment is subject to the recommendation of the Superintendent, the approval of the Board of Education and the results of required processes outlined in Board Policy 5:30. No individual shall begin work until receiving written approval from the Office of Human Resources. It is the responsibility of the individual who has sought employment to ensure that official approval from the Office of Human Resources has been granted prior to beginning any type of employment.



* Disclaimer:
This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities and other information contained in this job description are intended only as examples of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change. The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned. The site of employment is subject to change based on the needs of the school district. As outlined in Board Policy 5:32 Nepotism, no person with an Interested Relationship with any member of the Board of Education, the Superintendent or a District-level administrator shall be eligible for employment in the District.



For Additional Information Contact:
Office of Human Resources
Proviso Township High Schools District 209
8601 W. Roosevelt Road
Forest Park, IL 60130
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Job Description Creation / Revision Date: 03.25.2024