Kolkata: Student Counsellor — Elias Meyer School And Tt Job at Elias Meyer School And Tt
Elias Meyer School And TtKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Elias Meyer School And Tt
- School
- Elias Meyer School And Tt
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Elias Meyer School And Tt, a ICSE 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: The Elias Meyer Free School Talmud and Torah, which is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, Delhi (ICSE) and the Indian School Certificate Examination Delhi (ISC). The medium of Instruction is English, originally established as a Jewish Boys and Girls school in 1881, holds a significant place in Kolkata's educational history. Over the years, it underwent several transformations, culminating in its leadership under Elias Meyer and Mr. Arakie in 1909. Under their guidance, the school experienced remarkable growth, supported by a thriving student population. Following Meyer's passing, his widow ensured the school's continuity by establishing a trust fund, leading to its renaming as The Elias Meyer Boy's School and Talmud Torah.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
How much experience do I need for this Student Counsellor — Elias Meyer School And Tt role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
About Elias Meyer School And Tt
The Elias Meyer Free School Talmud and Torah, which is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, Delhi (ICSE) and the Indian School Certificate Examination Delhi (ISC). The medium of Instruction is English, originally established as a Jewish Boys and Girls school in 1881, holds a significant place in Kolkata's educational history. Over the years, it underwent several transformations, culminating in its leadership under Elias Meyer and Mr. Arakie in 1909. Under their guidance, the school experienced remarkable growth, supported by a thriving student population. Following Meyer's passing, his widow ensured the school's continuity by establishing a trust fund, leading to its renaming as The Elias Meyer Boy's School and Talmud Torah.
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