Middle School Counselor at Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Magnet School
QualificationsHolds a valid Illinois Professional Educator LicenseHolds a certificate as a guidance counselor - or- Holds a type 73 certificateMaster's Degree or higher educationThe ability to function effectively as a member of the school staff.Good organizational skills, detailed oriented, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently.Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.Good written and communication skills.Ability to communicate to students, parents, staff, and administration in a courteous manner.Salary/Benefits* Salary is based upon Salary is based upon negotiated collective bargaining* Health, vision, dental offered, learn more here: https://www.dps61.org/Page/165Additional NotesStart Date: August 2025Application Deadline: View DPS website for application DeadlineHow to ApplyMake sure you attach the following materials with your application, as applicable/required for the position:Cover LetterResumeTranscripts 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/97Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Pagehttps://www.applitrack.com/dps61/onlineapp/Email Addressrecruit@dps61.orgSchool Districthttps://www.dps61.org/Position Websitehttps://www.applitrack.com/dps61/onlineapp/City Websitehttps://decaturil.gov/ILearn LinkILearnReport Card LinkIllinois Report CardJob Posting Date6/3/2025Start Date8/11/2025