Salem High School Career Coach

Job Title: Career Coach

Reports To: High School Principal

Work Days: 194 Days (Non-Certified)

Employment Status: Full-Time

Job Summary:

The Career Coach will support students in meeting the new Indiana high school diploma

requirements, including career exploration, work-based learning, and postsecondary

readiness. This position will assist students in developing individual career plans, securing

internships or apprenticeships, and navigating pathways that align with their interests and goals.

The Career Coach will collaborate with school counselors, teachers, and local industry partners

to provide students with real-world career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• 
  Guide students through Indiana’s new high school diploma requirements, including

Career-Technical Education (CTE) pathways, industry certifications, and work-based

learning experiences.

• Assist students in identifying career interests and developing personalized

postsecondary plans.

• Coordinate and oversee work-based learning experiences, including internships,

apprenticeships, and job shadowing.

• Establish partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to create

career opportunities for students.

• Support students in completing career-related requirements such as resumes, job

applications, and mock interviews.

• Work closely with school counselors and teachers to align academic coursework with

career pathways.

• Organize career fairs, employer visits, and student field trips to businesses and technical

training programs.

• Assist students in meeting graduation pathway requirements by tracking progress and

providing necessary interventions.

• Provide career coaching sessions, workshops, and presentations on employability skills

and workforce readiness.

• Maintain student records, collect data, and report on student outcomes related to career

readiness.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate’s degree or higher preferred; relevant work experience in career

coaching, workforce development, or education may substitute for formal education.

• Experience: Background in career advising, workforce development, business/industry

partnerships, or student services preferred.

• Skills: Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills. Ability to

work with students, educators, and business leaders to create career development

opportunities.

• Knowledge: Familiarity with Indiana’s new diploma requirements, graduation pathways,

and work-based learning expectations is preferred.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications)
• Benefits: Eligible for district employee benefits, including health insurance and

retirement

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Salem

Community Schools, Attention Tracy Stone. Email-tstone@salemschools.us or mail to 500 N.

Harrison Street, Salem, IN. 47167. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the

position is filled.