Part-Time School Counselor: Social-Emotional Support

Diocese of Joliet; Bradley (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools in Bradley, IL seeks a School Counselor to support students with social and emotional needs. The part-time position serves at Bishop McNamara Bradley/Bourbonnais sites, starting September 2026, with salary range $30,000–$45,000 based on days worked.

Required: master's in school counseling, IL PEL or licensure, and collaborative experience with a Teacher Assistance Team. Responsibilities include direct interventions, data-informed planning, and parental/teacher

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, School Guidance Counseling, Special Education, Elementary Education, or related discipline.
• Master's degree in school counseling required.
• Completed supervised counseling practicum of at least 100 clock hours with 40 hours direct service.
• Current Illinois PEL and/or licensure as School Counselor.
• Experience using differentiation strategies to meet social-emotional needs of learners.

Responsibilities

• Identifying students in need of small group or individual social or emotional interventions using assessment data.
• Screening students to establish appropriate interventions.
• Providing small group or individual interventions to address identified student needs.
• Assessing student progress and informing action plans.
• Collaborating with teachers and educators to develop plans meeting student needs.
• Assisting with Teacher Assistance Team meetings and MTSS planning.
• Maintaining communication with principal and parents regarding student progress.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related discipline

Master's degree in School Counseling

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or School Counselor licensure

Experience collaborating with Teacher Assistance Team

Knowledge of MTSS and RTI frameworks

Job description

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools in Bradley, IL seeks a School Counselor to support students with social and emotional needs. The part-time position serves at Bishop McNamara Bradley/Bourbonnais sites, starting September 2026, with salary range $30,000–$45,000 based on days worked.

Required: master's in school counseling, IL PEL or licensure, and collaborative experience with a Teacher Assistance Team. Responsibilities include direct interventions, data-informed planning, and parental/teacher