Guidance Counselor

JOB VACANCY

ANGOLA HIGH SCHOOL

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR | CERTIFIED

Angola High School is seeking a dedicated, student-centered School Counselor to join our counseling team. The successful candidate will support students in their academic, social-emotional, college, and career development while collaborating with families, staff, and community partners to ensure student success. This position plays a critical role in helping students navigate high school, prepare for postsecondary opportunities, and meet graduation requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Student Support and Counseling

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Assist students in developing skills related to decision-making, goal setting, problem-solving, and self-advocacy.
• Follow district procedures for reporting suicidal ideation and self-harm concerns.
• Follow district policies and legal requirements regarding Department of Child Services (DCS) reporting.
• Maintain accurate counseling records and documentation.

Academic Planning and Graduation Monitoring

• Track student progress toward graduation requirements.
• Conduct credit checks and audits for freshmen through seniors.
• Review transcripts and academic records to determine student placement and graduation status.
• Enroll and orient new students and families.
• Participate in parent and student meetings regarding placement decisions, including Angola High School (AHS), Angola Digital Academy (ADA), and Angola Career Education (ACE) programs.
• Ensure teachers have access to and follow Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and 504 Plans.

College and Career Readiness

• Provide comprehensive college and career counseling services.
• Assist students with college applications, including the Common Application.
• Prepare letters of recommendation as appropriate.
• Support students and families with FAFSA completion and waiver processes.
• Promote participation in the 21st Century Scholars program and assist students with eligibility requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate grade-level course selection meetings.
• Present information on college and career readiness to students and families.
• Assist in coordinating career exploration activities.
• Oversee implementation of career assessments and career pathway planning.

Student Services and Compliance

• Serve as a 504 Coordinator and oversee implementation and compliance of Section 504 plans.
• Participate in case conferences and serve as the PAR note taker as assigned.
• Maintain communication with parents regarding student progress, concerns, and support plans.

Program Coordination and Leadership

• Assist with planning and implementation of Graduation activities.
• Assist with planning and implementation of Senior Awards Night.
• Assist in the coordination of the Early College and P-CAP programs.
• Coordinate and support 8th-to-9th-grade transition activities.
• Develop and distribute student and parent newsletters.
• Maintain and update the Guidance Office website.
• Assist in reviewing and updating department presentations, forms, procedures, and documentation to ensure consistency and continuous improvement.
• Deliver presentations including, but not limited to:
• Senior Parent Meetings
• FAFSA Information Sessions
• Freshman Orientation
• PSAT Data Meetings
• Grade-Level Course Selection Meetings
• Other student and parent informational programs as needed

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and other professional development activities as directed.
• Collaborate effectively with administrators, teachers, support staff, families, and community organizations.
• Assist the Director of School Counseling with duties and projects necessary to support the counseling program and school goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree in School Counseling or related field.
• Valid Indiana School Counselor License or ability to obtain licensure (within one year).
• Knowledge of college admissions, career planning, graduation requirements, and student support services.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Commitment to supporting the academic, social, emotional, and postsecondary success of all students.
• Completion of Safe Hiring Solutions expanded background check, including the Department of Child Services index.

COMPENSATION

• Rate of Pay: To be determined based on experience, according to the Master Contract, based on a 200-day contract
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefit-eligible position
• Indiana Teacher Retirement Fund Contribution-eligible position (Pension)

Start Date: July 20, 2026

APPLICATION PROCESS

Complete the Nimble application, including all attachments.

Questions? Please direct any inquiries to: Travis Heavin, Principal at theavin@msdsc.us.

POSTED 6.4.2026