Mumbai: Career Counsellor — Iqra International School Job at Iqra International School

Iqra International School
Mumbai, Maharashtrafull-time₹3.0L – ₹6.0L / yrState Board2–6 yrs expPosted 3d ago

Key facts

Role
Career Counsellor — Iqra International School
School
Iqra International School
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.0L – ₹6.0L per year
Experience
2–6 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2013

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Job description

Overview

Career Counsellor — Iqra International School at Iqra International School, Mumbai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 13+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

Iqra International School, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: Iqra International School is a State Board Day School in Sakinaka, Mumbai.

What you'll handle as a Career Counsellor — Iqra International School

Run individual and group counselling, screen for socio-emotional concerns, support career guidance and partner with parents on student wellbeing.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Mumbai

Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.

Common questions about this role

What qualifications are required for a Career Counsellor — Iqra International School?

Most Career Counsellor — Iqra International 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.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

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.

About Iqra International School

Iqra International School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2013, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Iqra International School is a State Board Day School in Sakinaka, Mumbai.

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