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Counselor's pay - Guidance Counselor Chicago Public Schools Employee Review

2.0
Aug 7, 2010
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Pros

Good pay and benefits. Students are better than general public think. If properly supported, counselors can have a great impact on students' performance.

Cons

Too much red tape. It is nearly impossible to make changes or to add new programs. Every school has its own culture. A few are better than others. Some schools value counselors but many don't. Union doesn't support the newcomers well at all. Most teachers don't have a clue what counselors do and often make impossible demands. Caseload of 400+ are very common.

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5.0
Dec 9, 2025
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Pros

Flexibility, hands on work with students and family, work life balance.

Cons

High stress at times. Poor relationship with administration would make this role very difficult.

2.0
Jul 23, 2026
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Pros

Great Chicago Communities, students and school staff.

Cons

Low pay and no lunch hour but you get breaks.

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