School Counselor

About Us:
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) is a mission-driven network of schools founded in partnership with Purdue University. Our vision is to inspire students through STEM-focused, real-world experiences, empowering them to become problem-solvers and skilled achievers who succeed in technical and STEM-related post-secondary programs and high-tech careers. At PPHS, we are committed to academic rigor and providing every student with the resources to succeed in higher education, particularly at institutions of the caliber of Purdue University.

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Act as 1
• Nurture student genius
• Start from Yes
• Do the right thing
• Get it done

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate School Counselor to support academic and career advising, focusing on academic planning, scheduling, and the college admissions process. This position will play a pivotal role in ensuring that students interested in attending college, particularly Purdue University, are fully prepared for success. The counselor will assist with every step of the application process and guide students through the transition from high school to higher education, ensuring they are academically ready for college rigor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Academic and Career Advising:
  Provide academic and career counseling to students with a strong focus on rigorous academic planning, career exploration, and post-secondary readiness.
  • Collaborate with school leadership to ensure student schedules are balanced, align with graduation requirements, and support student pathways to college and career readiness.
  • Oversees the building level administration of state standardized, P/SAT, ACT, and AP testing.
• College Preparation:
  Work closely with PPHS students applying to college, encouraging them to consider Purdue University. Ensure all students:
  • Understand Purdue programs and majors, and are informed about the 25th percentile markers of the most recent incoming class.
  • Submit a complete Common Application by the national Early Action deadline (currently November 1).
  • Include standardized test scores (ACT/SAT) as part of their college applications.
• Transition Support:
  Collaborate with Purdue University’s Office of the Provost and internal teams to ensure a smooth transition for PPHS students matriculating to Purdue, helping them maximize their collegiate academic success.
• Collaborative Strategy:
  Partner with PPHS leadership, Purdue’s PPHS Relationship Manager, College and Career Readiness (CCR) professionals, and building principals to align academic preparation strategies across the network and support student success.
  • Support and provide professional development for the College and Career Readiness (CCR) staff and building leadership to ensure they are equipped with the necessary offerings and opportunities for all students to thrive.
• Student Advocacy:
  Advocate for students by developing personalized academic plans, ensuring that they meet the competitive requirements of top-tier institutions like Purdue University.