Career & College Guidance Assistant

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Vision coverage

Pension plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago seeks a dedicated Guidance Counselor Assistant to support students with careers and educational planning under a school counselor's supervision. You will help students locate resources, assist with applications, and maintain records.

This role emphasizes communication, organization, and attentiveness to students' goals, with responsibilities including preparing information packets, handling inquiries, and helping with financial aid forms; the position is

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Previous office and clerical experience in a counseling or school related setting is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of guidance counseling principles and resources.

Responsibilities

• Disseminates information to students about careers and education.
• Assists students with applications and financial aid forms.
• Maintains and updates student records and reports.
• Responds to telephone inquiries about guidance activities.

Skills

Guidance counseling

Communication skills

Record keeping

Office equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic office equipment

Job description

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago seeks a dedicated Guidance Counselor Assistant to support students with careers and educational planning under a school counselor's supervision. You will help students locate resources, assist with applications, and maintain records.

This role emphasizes communication, organization, and attentiveness to students' goals, with responsibilities including preparing information packets, handling inquiries, and helping with financial aid forms; the position is