High School Guidance Counselor 2026-2027 at Rooted School Inc

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Graduation Planning, Indiana Graduation Pathways, Data Tracking, Testing Coordination, College Planning, Career Planning, College Partnerships, NCAA Eligibility, Social Emotional Support, Relationship Building, Coping Strategies, Anti-Bullying Lessons, Small Group Counseling, Classroom Counseling, Data Utilization, Communication Skills

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description Rooted School Indy is growing and looking for new Team Members to join our school. RESPONSIBILITIES The High School Counselor will lead the guidance department, establishing graduation plans for each of our students. The High School Counselor is well-versed in Indiana Graduation Pathways and is confident in preparing students to pursue enrollment, enlistment, or employment after high school. Supporting Data-Based Accountability Goals Track and report data corresponding with credit attainment Track and report data corresponding with projected graduation rates Act as testing coordinator Guiding Student College & Career Planning Develop and update graduation and post-graduation plans for each Rooted Indy student Initiate and maintain partnerships with colleges and universities Support students in the college application process Counselors assist Athletic Department with NCAA Eligibility Center Parent Night Counselors assist with SAT, ACT, PSAT through informational meetings and student study support Providing Social and Emotional Supports for Students Build trusting relationships with students Provide coping strategies and supports for students and staff Lead staff trainings on providing emotional support All Counselors plan & implement anti-bullying lessons for students before October 15 deadline Counselors plan & schedule small groups & classroom counseling activities for Academic & SEL support Additional Responsibilities Other duties as reasonably assigned by the School Leader. Requirements Professional Experience Master’s Degree Preferred At least two years of experience working within the public school system, preferably in Indianapolis Ability to build consensus and relationships among students, staff, and families Excellent communication skills Solid understanding of current Indiana Graduation Pathways requirements Experience fostering the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students Demonstrated ability to utilize both qualitative and quantitative data to inform decision making Experience working with diverse populations of students and families

Responsibilities

The High School Counselor will lead the guidance department by establishing graduation plans for all students, ensuring they are prepared for post-high school enrollment, enlistment, or employment based on Indiana Graduation Pathways. Key duties include tracking data related to credit attainment and graduation rates, acting as the testing coordinator, and guiding students through college and career planning.