High School Counselor - 2026/2027 School Year (Woodlawn High School)

Company: University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

About the Campus: The Woodlawn Campus of the University of Chicago Charter School (UCW) opened in September 2006. It has a three-part mission: 1) to assist students in developing the habits of mind, work, and heart to be successful in college and good citizens of their community; 2) to contribute to the community through student research, service, and leadership; and 3) to improve teaching and learning by serving as a site of professional development for teachers and school leaders. Woodlawn High School educates students in grades 9 - 12. Position Summary: Reporting to the High School Director, this position will assist in the implementation of a college-going culture working to support student academic awareness and college readiness for students in grades 9 – 12. This position will deliver services to all students in collaboration with the college graduation office as well as with academic and student life teams. It will also provide information and lead services to students and parents to support overall academic, career and student life development. With the use of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, this position will ensure that all students receive academic, social/emotional, and college/career support. Duties and Responsibilities: Demonstrate and work to instill Scholarship, Leadership, Excellence and Grit into the lives of all UCW HS stakeholders. Contribute to the development of a school-wide college readiness climate. Conduct individual, small group and classroom guidance sessions to monitor academic and student-life development. Promote family involvement through quarterly workshops, meetings, campus tours and publications and participation with the FTCO (Family-Teacher-Community Organization). Develop a planning and recruitment process to engage and build relationships with neighboring K-8 Schools Coordinate test preparations activities and assist testing coordinator with the administration of school-wide tests, such as ACT, Advance Placement, Illinois State Assessments, quarterly assessments/diagnostics, etc. Support the Academic Advisor with all student academic counseling and plans that ensure students are set up for success. Assist and support grade-level team leads around academic and social-emotional needs with the implementation of practical interventions and supports within the classroom Lead the school’s SEL curriculum by weekly monitoring students’ progress, teachers’ implementation and facilitate professional development for all stakeholders Participate in the school-wide Care Team; Care Team is a group of clinicians and interventionists that meet regularly to proactively address student needs through the implementation of researched based interventions. Analyze data to identify at-risk students, delivering classroom lessons (Tier 1), facilitating group counseling (Tier 2), and providing individual interventions. Under the guidance of the Senior Director of College Graduation Office, support Post-Secondary initiatives and activities that assist students with their post-graduation needs and placement. Other duties as assigned. Position Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement. At least 3 years of proven experience working with a diverse group of young people in a variety of situations. Previous experience working with adolescent teens preferred. Previous experience working with children from culturally diverse backgrounds. Commitment to the success and achievement of all students. A passion for youth and vision for their potential. Proven commitment to professional development. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, and community partners. Ability to communicate clearly with multiple stakeholders. Experience using data to monitor results. Technology proficient Salary Range: $55,000 – $73,000 The included pay rate or range represents the University of Chicago Charter School's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. The salary will be commensurate of years of experience and education. Benefits UChicago Charter School offers a wide range of benefits programs for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits guide . UCCS recruits, hires, compensates, promotes and otherwise manages employees and prospective employees on the basis of individual merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any and all other factors protected by law. This policy includes UCCS’s commitment to maintain a workplace free from sexual or other unlawful harassment or discrimination of any nature.

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