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
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Provide individual and group counseling to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
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Assist students in developing skills related to decision-making, goal setting, problem-solving, and self-advocacy.
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Follow district procedures for reporting suicidal ideation and self-harm concerns.
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Follow district policies and legal requirements regarding Department of Child Services (DCS) reporting.
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Maintain accurate counseling records and documentation.
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Track student progress toward graduation requirements.
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Conduct credit checks and audits for freshmen through seniors.
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Review transcripts and academic records to determine student placement and graduation status.
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Enroll and orient new students and families.
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Participate in parent and student meetings regarding placement decisions, including Angola High School (AHS), Angola Digital Academy (ADA), and Angola Career Education (ACE) programs.
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Ensure teachers have access to and follow Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and 504 Plans.
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Provide comprehensive college and career counseling services.
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Assist students with college applications, including the Common Application.
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Prepare letters of recommendation as appropriate.
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Support students and families with FAFSA completion and waiver processes.
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Promote participation in the 21st Century Scholars program and assist students with eligibility requirements.
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Coordinate and facilitate grade-level course selection meetings.
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Present information on college and career readiness to students and families.
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Assist in coordinating career exploration activities.
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Oversee implementation of career assessments and career pathway planning.
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Serve as a 504 Coordinator and oversee implementation and compliance of Section 504 plans.
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Participate in case conferences and serve as the PAR note taker as assigned.
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Maintain communication with parents regarding student progress, concerns, and support plans.
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Assist with planning and implementation of Graduation activities.
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Assist with planning and implementation of Senior Awards Night.
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Assist in the coordination of the Early College and P-CAP programs.
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Coordinate and support 8th-to-9th-grade transition activities.
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Develop and distribute student and parent newsletters.
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Maintain and update the Guidance Office website.
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Assist in reviewing and updating department presentations, forms, procedures, and documentation to ensure consistency and continuous improvement.
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Deliver presentations including, but not limited to:
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Senior Parent Meetings
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FAFSA Information Sessions
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Freshman Orientation
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PSAT Data Meetings
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Grade-Level Course Selection Meetings
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Other student and parent informational programs as needed
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Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and other professional development activities as directed.
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Collaborate effectively with administrators, teachers, support staff, families, and community organizations.
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Assist the Director of School Counseling with duties and projects necessary to support the counseling program and school goals.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Master's degree in School Counseling or related field.
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Valid Indiana School Counselor License or ability to obtain licensure (within one year).
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Knowledge of college admissions, career planning, graduation requirements, and student support services.
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Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
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Commitment to supporting the academic, social, emotional, and postsecondary success of all students.
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Completion of Safe Hiring Solutions' expanded background check, including the Department of Child Services index.
COMPENSATION
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Rate of Pay: To be determined based on experience, according to the Master Contract, based on a 200-day contract
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Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefit-eligible position
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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 [email protected].
POSTED 6.4.2026
