Kolkata: Career Counsellor — Brainie Genie Job at Brainie Genie
Brainie GenieKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Brainie Genie
- School
- Brainie Genie
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.8L – ₹4.5L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Brainie Genie, a No 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: OUR VISION Children are the “Future of our Nation “ In order to ensure as Best Montessori School in Kolkata, WE provide adequate opportunity to children for their overall development in a free and joyful environment. We motivate the child to pursue excellence in various fields of his/her growth. Our Montessori offers a stimulating Best Montessori learning experience and provides wonderful opportunity to excel in education. Efforts will be on to improve their good eating habits and ideas of healthy living. Every aspect of the curriculum is designed to work upon the personality of the child so as to assist them in their journey towards human excellence. Our main focus would always be on the specially designed curriculum to suite the need of the child in the present scenario. We always give special attention to every child. We follow “Playing and Learning as well” method.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
About Brainie Genie
OUR VISION Children are the “Future of our Nation “ In order to ensure as Best Montessori School in Kolkata, WE provide adequate opportunity to children for their overall development in a free and joyful environment. We motivate the child to pursue excellence in various fields of his/her growth. Our Montessori offers a stimulating Best Montessori learning experience and provides wonderful opportunity to excel in education. Efforts will be on to improve their good eating habits and ideas of healthy living. Every aspect of the curriculum is designed to work upon the personality of the child so as to assist them in their journey towards human excellence. Our main focus would always be on the specially designed curriculum to suite the need of the child in the present scenario. We always give special attention to every child. We follow “Playing and Learning as well” method.
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