School Guidance Counselor Salary in Des Plaines, IL

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How much does a School Guidance Counselor make in Des Plaines, IL? The average School Guidance Counselor salary in Des Plaines, IL is $67,498 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $58,622 and $77,882. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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High School Counselor

Moreau Catholic High School - Hayward , CA

... guidance counselor, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree and private/non-profit school experience preferred. * Current Pupil Personnel Services credential ...

LinkedIn - 15 days ago

High School Counselor

International Leadership of Texas - Fort Worth , TX

High School Teacher Stipend $1,000. The mission of IL Texas is to prepare students for exceptional ... Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at ...

LinkedIn - 15 days ago

P-12 School Counselor

Thorp School Dist #400 - Thorp , WA

POSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELOR P-12 OPEN TO DISTRICT EMPLOYEES: 05/17/2024 CONTACT PERSON: E-MAIL ... Provide individual or small group counseling and guidance services for students in the areas of ...

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Deaf and Hard of Hearing School Counselor

EDKEY, INC. - Mesa , AZ

POSITION OVERVIEW About the Position To provide guidance services, advocacy and collaboration to ... Must hod or have the ability to hold valid Arizona School Counselor Certificate Preferred ...

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School Counselor

Rainier Valley Leadership Academy - Seattle , WA

Starting at $69,160 School Counselor Reports to: Principal Classification: Classified Job Status ... Implement the middle level or junior high school guidance curriculum through the delivery of ...

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School Counselor - San Diego

KIPP SoCal Public Schools - San Diego , CA

... APCC/LPCC) required * Pupil Personnel Services Credential required * At least one year of ... Knowledge of special programs, guidance and scheduling preferred * Knowledge of district policies ...

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What does a School Guidance Counselor do?

Common responsibilities of a School Guidance Counselor

Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.

October 19, 2022

Consult with and serve as a resource for students, guardians, parents, and teachers regarding the developmental needs of students, including determining priorities for students and their resource needs.

January 07, 2023

Implement career pathway partnerships that provide opportunities for job fair participation, job-shadowing and internships for GCs.

February 22, 2023

Works with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems related to such problems as home and family relations, health, and emotional adjustment.

February 22, 2023

Assists students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in evolving education and occupation plans in terms of such evaluation.

April 10, 2023

Serves as an advocate for children and for parents around issues that are negatively impacting a child's success in school.

May 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for School Guidance Counselor in Des Plaines, IL

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What is the average salary for School Guidance Counselor in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of School Guidance Counselor in Des Plaines, IL. The base salary for School Guidance Counselor ranges from $58,622 to $77,882 with the average base salary of $67,498. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,622 to $77,882 with the average total cash compensation of $67,498.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$67,498	$58,622 - $77,882
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$67,498	$58,622 - $77,882

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

School Guidance Counselor Salary Near Des Plaines, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Des Plaines, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,775 - $76,756	COMPARE TO Des Plaines, IL
CITY, STATE Mount Prospect, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,919 - $78,276	COMPARE TO Des Plaines, IL
CITY, STATE Palatine, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,841 - $76,844	COMPARE TO Des Plaines, IL
CITY, STATE Schaumburg, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,514 - $77,739	COMPARE TO Des Plaines, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,098 - $78,514	COMPARE TO Des Plaines, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,098 - $78,514	COMPARE TO Des Plaines, IL

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About Des Plaines, Illinois

Des Plaines is located at 42°2′2″N 87°53′59″W / 42.03389°N 87.89972°W / 42.03389; -87.89972 (42.033848, −87.899786). According to the 2010 census, Des Plaines has a total area of 14.415 square miles (37.33 km2), of which 14.28 square miles (36.99 km2) (or 99.06%) is land and 0.135 square miles (0.35 km2) (or 0.94%) is water. Des Plaines is traversed by two interstate highways – I-90 (the Northwest Tollway) and I-294 (the Tri-State Tollway). Des Plaines is named for the Des Plaines River, which flows through it. The name is from 18th-century French referencing the American sycamore which r...

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About Des Plaines, Illinois Des Plaines is located at 42°2′2″N 87°53′59″W / 42.03389°N 87.89972°W / 42.03389; -87.89972 (42.033848, −87.899786). According to the 2010 census, ....More

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