Kolkata: Student Counsellor — Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy Job at Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy
Agarpara Swami Vivekananda AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy
- School
- Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.1L – ₹7.1L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Student Counsellor — Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy at Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy, Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 22+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Student Counsellor.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students
- Coordinate with parents, teachers and external specialists
- Maintain confidential case records
- Support inclusion and wellbeing initiatives
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Degree in Psychology / Social Work / Special Education as relevant
About the school: Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy is a CBSE Day School in Agarpara, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy
Run individual and group counselling, screen for socio-emotional concerns, support career guidance and partner with parents on student wellbeing.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Do I have to work weekends?
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What qualifications are required for a Student Counsellor — Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy?
Most Student Counsellor — Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy 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.
About Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy
Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. The school has a student community of about 501-1000.
Agarpara Swami Vivekananda Academy is a CBSE Day School in Agarpara, Kolkata.
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