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High School Guidance Counselor

Archbold Area Schools
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Position:   High School Guidance Counselor

Reports to:  High School Principal

Qualifications:

  • Valid State Department of Education licensure/certificate


 

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

  • Identify student needs and opportunities to enhance learning; recommend and implement targeted teaching techniques, interventions, and resources.
  • Monitor student attendance, academic performance, and intervention efficacy; recommend modifications to improve outcomes.
  • Intervene with students who are struggling academically; provide individual and group counseling.
  • Investigate, document, and report student concerns and atypical behavior. 
  • Observe student demeanor and help students develop personal skills. (accountability, communication, responsible behavior, self-confidence)
  • Facilitate student transitions, scheduling, and exploration of educational, vocational, and personal goals.
  • Facilitate learning activities that build teamwork and positive peer relationships.
  • Assist with program planning and contribute to development of strategies for at-risk students.
  • Oversee differentiated referral and intervention system (IAT) and manage 504 plan development and implementation.
  • Coordinate and facilitate services with area agencies.
  • Oversee organization, security, and accommodations for testing programs.
  • Support drug/harassment/violence prevention and school safety initiatives.
  • Document observations of students in classroom and program settings and provide supervision as directed.
  • Advocate for students and promote an inclusive educational environment that fosters creativity, cultural awareness, ethical conduct, and reflective problem-solving.
  • Maintain high ethical standards, confidentiality, and a clear criminal record consistent with public school employment requirements.
  • Demonstrate passion for and commitment to inspiring the students of Archbold Schools.
  • Plan and oversee annual events. (Scholarships, Awards, Wellness)

Starting Date:   August 2026

Pay Scale:   Per Salary Schedule, Based on Experience and Degree (plus 10 extended days)

Deadline to Submit Interest:   Until Filled

Please submit Letter of Interest, Resumé, and online Application form.

  • Email letter of interest and resume to: (please do not submit paper copies)

vnafziger@archboldschools.org

Valerie Nafziger

Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent