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Qualifications

1. Holds a valid Illinois Professional Educator License
2. Holds a certificate as a guidance counselor – or- Holds a type 73 certificate
3. Master’s Degree or higher education
4. The ability to function effectively as a member of the school staff.
5. Good organizational skills, detailed oriented, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently.
6. Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.
7. Good written and communication skills.
8. Ability to communicate to students, parents, staff, and administration in a courteous manner.

Salary/Benefits

• Salary is based upon negotiated collective bargaining.
• Health, vision, dental offered, learn more here: https://www.dps61.org/Page/165 

Additional Notes

Start Date: August 2025

Application Deadline: View DPS website for application Deadline

How to Apply

Make sure you attach the following materials with your application, as applicable/required for the position:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts from all colleges and universities (as applicable; unofficial copies accepted)
• Three current letters of professional reference (preferred, not required)
• Copy of current Illinois licensure (as applicable) — if you do not have current Illinois licensure, please send a statement to inform us of your progress toward licensure. Contact the Illinois State Board of Education for further information regarding licensure. If you have a license from another state, please provide us with a copy.

Applications are accepted year-round for all positions and are maintained for one year. Please complete the application in full, including work history and reference sections. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

See link for more details: https://il50010903.schoolwires.net/Page/97 

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/dps61/onlineapp/

Email Address

recruit@dps61.org

School District

https://www.dps61.org/

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/dps61/onlineapp/

City Website

https://decaturil.gov/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

Illinois Report Card