Career Counsellor — Eastern Academy School Vacancy at Eastern Academy School, Kolkata
Eastern Academy SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Eastern Academy School
- School
- Eastern Academy School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.7L – ₹6.2L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Eastern Academy School, a ICSE 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: Established in 2003, Eastern Academy School in Barasat, Kolkata, is a renowned ICSE-affiliated institution. It offers education from pre-nursery to class 10 with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Known for its academic excellence and holistic development approach, the school provides a nurturing environment with experienced faculty and modern facilities.
All children are born with a good and innocent mind. It is the duty of parents and school to develop the huge hidden potential of a child. It has to be handled carefully. After gaining a lot of experience and preparation "EASTERN ACADEMY" School is now being started.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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 Eastern Academy School
Established in 2003, Eastern Academy School in Barasat, Kolkata, is a renowned ICSE-affiliated institution. It offers education from pre-nursery to class 10 with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Known for its academic excellence and holistic development approach, the school provides a nurturing environment with experienced faculty and modern facilities. All children are born with a good and innocent mind. It is the duty of parents and school to develop the huge hidden potential of a child. It has to be handled carefully. After gaining a lot of experience and preparation "EASTERN ACADEMY" School is now being started.
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