Career Counsellor — Arya Vidya Mandir Vacancy at Arya Vidya Mandir, Kolkata
Arya Vidya MandirKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Arya Vidya Mandir
- School
- Arya Vidya Mandir
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹4.5L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Career Counsellor — Arya Vidya Mandir at Arya Vidya Mandir. The school has been running for 72+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Arya Vidya Mandir, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a Career 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: Arya Vidya Mandir is a State Board Day School in Bhawanipur, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Career Counsellor — Arya Vidya Mandir
Provide confidential 1:1 sessions, lead life-skills and SEL classes, and support staff with classroom-wellbeing strategies.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What qualifications are required for a Career Counsellor — Arya Vidya Mandir?
Most Career Counsellor — Arya Vidya Mandir 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.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
About Arya Vidya Mandir
Arya Vidya Mandir is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1954, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Arya Vidya Mandir is a State Board Day School in Bhawanipur, Kolkata.
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