Temporary College​/Career Coach

Posting Date

Jul 22, 2026, 2:06:15 PM

Southwest Side-4136 South California Avenue (Thomas Kelly High School)

Salary Range : $41,700.00 to $58,400.00

The College and Career Coach is responsible for implementing strategies that prepares Chicago Public School students for post-secondary opportunities. Chief among the responsibilities is to provide direct service to every high school students using a set of curricular and enrichment strategies delivered through the domains of awareness, readiness, access and success to promote long-term preparation for post-secondary transition.

• 1.Increase college and career options for students by implementing key strategies that align with the Department of College and Career Preparation (DCCP)
• 2.Develop implementation plans that align with the DCCP score card and metrics
• 3.Collaborate with Specialist and higher education officials to build partnerships that supports matriculation and retention of CPS students
• 4.Conduct ongoing college access workshops for all grade levels that advises students about college and career opportunities
• 5.Participate in ongoing coach and counselor integrated support strategies using the American School Counselors (ASCA) implementation plan
• 6.Conduct monthly workshops that informs and prepares students in 9-12 for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• 7.Conduct comprehensive workshops that prepares students for the What’s Next IL Guideway completions
• 8.Coordinate job shadow, career speaker and career service events that promote college and career preparation.
• 9.Support the recruit of students for Career and Technical Education (CTE) for citywide CTE academies
• 10.Recruit students for CTE internships and support employment opportunities
• 11.Coordinate with CTE teachers and counselors to ensure that students complete soft-skills requirements necessary to meeting work ready criteria
• 12.Organize and conduct college tours for 9-12 grade levels
• 13.Conduct workshops that focus on ACT/SAT test preparation for students
• 14.Conduct workshops that focus on writing, time management and study skills
• 15.Attend monthly DCCP Coach professional development meetings
• 16.Participate in scheduled planning sessions to develop key tools and strategies that promote the departments work
• 17.Organize college and career fairs

Graduate from an accredited college or university with a minimum bachelor’s degree in related field, supplemented by three years of relevant work experience. Candidate must have a car, valid driver’s license, and availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Candidates possess the knowledge, principals and practices of academic and career development; must maintain the ability to establish effective working relationship with students, parents and school personnel as well as representatives from universities, businesses, government and community-based organization.

Be proficient in Windows Operating System and MS Office; strong internet skills; ability to develop and maintain partnership; ability to maintain good relationships; must be a team player.

Experience and

Education Required:

Possess a BA degree with 3-4 year of youth development and programming experiences.

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance

CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies: