Guidance Counselor

Bremen High School District 228•Oak Forest, IL

About The Position

BREMEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 228 Midlothian, IL 60445 NOTICE OF POSITION December 17, 2025 POSITION: Guidance Counselor STARTING DATE: 2026-27 School Year QUALIFICATIONS: 1. A valid Illinois Type 73 certification. 2. Guidance Counselor endorsement. 3. Master’s degree in guidance counseling from an accredited college or university. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 1. Work Year: Will be determined according to current District Contractual agreement. 2. Fringe Benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance plus sick leave, personal business leave. 3. Salary: Placement on teacher’s salary schedule. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: See attached job description. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Professional Personnel. APPLY TO: Interested applicants should attach a letter of interest and supportive documentation (complete resume, copy of certificate, college credentials and transcripts, and references) to the online application on the District web site at: https://www.bhsd228.com/jobs Job Description POSITION : Guidance Counselor LOCATION : Oak Forest High School EFFECTIVE DATE : 2026-27 School Year QUALIFICATIONS : A valid Illinois Type 73 certification. Guidance Counselor endorsement. Master’s degree in guidance counseling from an accredited college or university. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES : Planning and Preparation Demonstrating knowledge of counseling theory and techniques. Demonstrating knowledge of child and adolescent development. Establishing goals for the counseling program appropriate to the setting and the students served. Demonstrating knowledge of state and federal regulations and resources, both within and beyond the school and district. Planning the counseling program, integrated with the regular school program, and including crisis prevention, intervention, and response. Developing a plan to evaluate and communicate findings of the counseling program. The Environment (office/small group environment) Creating an environment of respect and rapport. Establishing a culture for productive communication. Managing routines and procedures. Establishing standards of conduct, and contributing to the culture for positive student behavior and achievement throughout the school. Organizing physical space. Delivery of Service Assessing student needs. Assisting students and teachers in the formulation of academic, personal/social, and career plans, based on knowledge of student needs. Using counseling techniques, in individual and classroom programs. Brokering resources to meet needs. Demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness. Professional Responsibilities Reflecting on practice. Maintaining records, and submitting them in a timely fashion. Communicating with families. Participating in a professional community. Engaging in professional development. Showing professionalism, including integrity, advocacy, and maintaining confidentiality. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : 1. Work Year: Will be determined according to current District Contractual agreement. 2. Fringe Benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance plus sick leave, personal business leave. 3. Salary: Placement on teacher’s salary schedule. EVALUATION : Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Professional Personnel. APPLY TO : Interested applicants should attach a letter of interest and supportive documentation (complete resume, copy of certificate, college credentials and transcripts, and references) to the online application on the District web site at: https://www.bhsd228.com/jobs CLOSING DATE : Until position is filled. School District 228 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

A valid Illinois Type 73 certification.
Guidance Counselor endorsement.
Master’s degree in guidance counseling from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Demonstrating knowledge of counseling theory and techniques.
Demonstrating knowledge of child and adolescent development.
Establishing goals for the counseling program appropriate to the setting and the students served.
Demonstrating knowledge of state and federal regulations and resources, both within and beyond the school and district.
Planning the counseling program, integrated with the regular school program, and including crisis prevention, intervention, and response.
Developing a plan to evaluate and communicate findings of the counseling program.
Creating an environment of respect and rapport.
Establishing a culture for productive communication.
Managing routines and procedures.
Establishing standards of conduct, and contributing to the culture for positive student behavior and achievement throughout the school.
Organizing physical space.
Assessing student needs.
Assisting students and teachers in the formulation of academic, personal/social, and career plans, based on knowledge of student needs.
Using counseling techniques, in individual and classroom programs.
Brokering resources to meet needs.
Demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
Reflecting on practice.
Maintaining records, and submitting them in a timely fashion.
Communicating with families.
Participating in a professional community.
Engaging in professional development.
Showing professionalism, including integrity, advocacy, and maintaining confidentiality.