Career Counsellor — Iqra High School Opening — Iqra High School, Hyderabad
Iqra High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Iqra High School
- School
- Iqra High School
- City
- Hyderabad
- State
- Telangana
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.9L – ₹7.3L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Iqra High School, a State Board school in Hyderabad, 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 1985, Iqra High School is a respected educational institution located in Jamal Colony, Arundhati Colony, Rakshapuram, Hyderabad. Affiliated with the State Board, our co-educational day school is dedicated to nurturing young minds through a balanced combination of academic excellence, discipline, and strong moral values.
Operating from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, we follow the State Board curriculum with English as the primary medium of instruction and Hindi as an additional language. Our academic year runs from April to March. With a student-teacher ratio of 30:1, we ensure focused attention and a personalized learning experience for every student.
At Iqra High School, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating environment where students are encouraged to explore their potential, grow in confidence, and become responsible citizens.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Career Counsellor — Iqra High School?
Most Career Counsellor — Iqra High School 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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About Iqra High School
Established in 1985, Iqra High School is a respected educational institution located in Jamal Colony, Arundhati Colony, Rakshapuram, Hyderabad. Affiliated with the State Board, our co-educational day school is dedicated to nurturing young minds through a balanced combination of academic excellence, discipline, and strong moral values. Operating from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, we follow the State Board curriculum with English as the primary medium of instruction and Hindi as an additional language. Our academic year runs from April to March. With a student-teacher ratio of 30:1, we ensure focused attention and a personalized learning experience for every student. At Iqra High School, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating environment where students are encouraged to explore their potential, grow in confidence, and become responsible citizens.
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