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    "description": "## About Aavishkar Academy\nAavishkar Academy is a ICSE school located in Halasuru, Bangalore. We pride ourselves on academic excellence, a nurturing learning environment, and a holistic approach to student development.\n\n## Role: School Counselor\nWe are hiring an experienced School Counselor to join our team for the upcoming academic session. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the ICSE curriculum, mentor students, and contribute to the wider life of the school.\n\n## Key Responsibilities\n- Plan, prepare and deliver lessons that meet curriculum standards and engage every learner\n- Assess, record and report on student progress using both formative and summative tools\n- Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment\n- Collaborate with colleagues, parents and school leadership\n- Participate in CCAs, parent–teacher meetings and professional-development sessions\n\n## Qualifications\n- Post-graduate / graduate degree in the relevant subject\n- B.Ed. (or equivalent teaching qualification) preferred\n- Prior teaching experience in a reputable school\n- Strong communication and classroom-management skills\n- Comfortable with digital teaching tools and smart classrooms\n\n## What We Offer\n- Competitive salary with annual increments\n- Group medical insurance and PF benefits\n- Continuous professional development and training\n- Supportive leadership and collaborative culture\n- Convenient Halasuru location with transport assistance",
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  "descriptionText": "About Aavishkar Academy\nAavishkar Academy is a ICSE school located in Halasuru, Bangalore. We pride ourselves on academic excellence, a nurturing learning environment, and a holistic approach to student development.\n\nRole: School Counselor\nWe are hiring an experienced School Counselor to join our team for the upcoming academic session. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the ICSE curriculum, mentor students, and contribute to the wider life of the school.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons that meet curriculum standards and engage every learner\n• Assess, record and report on student progress using both formative and summative tools\n• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment\n• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and school leadership\n• Participate in CCAs, parent–teacher meetings and professional-development sessions\n\nQualifications\n• Post-graduate / graduate degree in the relevant subject\n• B.Ed. (or equivalent teaching qualification) preferred\n• Prior teaching experience in a reputable school\n• Strong communication and classroom-management skills\n• Comfortable with digital teaching tools and smart classrooms\n\nWhat We Offer\n• Competitive salary with annual increments\n• Group medical insurance and PF benefits\n• Continuous professional development and training\n• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture\n• Convenient Halasuru location with transport assistance",
  "aboutTheRole": "Step in as Counsellor to build a school culture where students actually know how — and where — to ask for help.",
  "dayToDay": [
    "Coordinate referrals to external mental-health professionals.",
    "Run parent workshops on adolescent wellbeing and digital safety.",
    "Coach teachers on classroom wellbeing strategies.",
    "Support transition years (admissions, board years, transitions out).",
    "Screen for socio-emotional and academic concerns."
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      "id": "responsibilities",
      "heading": "What you'll handle as a School Counselor",
      "body": "Run individual and group counselling, screen for socio-emotional concerns, support career guidance and partner with parents on student wellbeing."
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    {
      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in an ICSE school",
      "body": "Working in an **ICSE/ISC** setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics."
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      "heading": "Working conditions",
      "body": "This is a **day school** — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings."
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      "heading": "About teaching in Bangalore",
      "body": "Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers."
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      "q": "Is English fluency required?",
      "a": "Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is there a probation period?",
      "a": "Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where exactly is Aavishkar Academy located?",
      "a": "The school is in Bangalore, Karnataka. Check the \"About the school\" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at Aavishkar Academy?",
      "a": "Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (ICSE/ISC) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?",
      "a": "Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are meals provided at school?",
      "a": "Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff."
    },
    {
      "q": "How do I write an application email for this School Counselor role?",
      "a": "A ready template with subject line, three-paragraph structure and attachment checklist (with a \"School Counselor — Aavishkar Academy\" subject-line example) is in the guide: /guides/teacher-application-letter."
    },
    {
      "q": "How big are the classes?",
      "a": "Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach."
    },
    {
      "q": "What qualifications are required for a School Counselor?",
      "a": "Most School Counselor roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do I have to work weekends?",
      "a": "Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off."
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