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Junior High School Guidance Counselor

Duties

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, empathetic, and organized Guidance Counselor to join our Junior High team. The ideal candidate will serve as a primary advocate for our students, providing a comprehensive counseling program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development. 

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Individual & Group Counseling: Provide short-term counseling for students regarding social-emotional needs, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention.

  • Academic Advising: Assist in student scheduling, transition planning, and monitoring academic progress.

  • 504 Plan Coordination: Serve as the Building 504 Coordinator. This includes identifying eligible students, organizing and facilitating initial and annual review meetings, drafting formal plans, and ensuring all staff are informed of and implementing required accommodations.

  • Classroom Integration: Deliver developmental guidance lessons on topics such as bullying prevention, executive functioning, and career exploration.

  • Parent/Teacher Liaison: Facilitate communication between home and school to support student success and well-being.

Qualifications

 

  • Required: Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Counselor Endorsement (formerly Type 73).

  • Education: Master’s Degree in School Counseling from an accredited institution.

  • Experience: Previous experience in a Junior High or Middle School setting is preferred but not required.

  • Skills: Strong communication, a deep understanding of adolescent development, and proficiency with student information systems (e.g., LumenTouch).

 

Salary/Benefits

Salary and Benefits as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement

How to Apply

Please email or send your letter of interest, resume, copy of Professional Educator License (PEL), copy of transcripts and three current letters of recommendation  (written in the last three years) to Mrs. Brittany Corlett.  Mailing address: Rockridge School District, Attn: Brittany Corlett, 14110 134th Ave W. Taylor Ridge, IL 61284Email: bcorlett@rr300.org

Email Address

bcorlett@rr300.org

Job Posting Date

1/26/2026

Start Date

8/1/2026