Kolkata: Student Counsellor — Maharshi Vidya Mandir School Job at Maharshi Vidya Mandir School

Maharshi Vidya Mandir School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹3.8L – ₹5.3L / yrCISCE6–9 yrs expPosted 17d ago

Key facts

Role
Student Counsellor — Maharshi Vidya Mandir School
School
Maharshi Vidya Mandir School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CISCE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.8L – ₹5.3L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1997

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Job description

Overview

Maharshi Vidya Mandir School (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Student Counsellor — Maharshi Vidya Mandir School. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 29+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Maharshi Vidya Mandir School, a CISCE 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: Maharshi Vidya Mandir School is a CISCE Day School in Bansdroni, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Maharshi Vidya Mandir School

Provide confidential 1:1 sessions, lead life-skills and SEL classes, and support staff with classroom-wellbeing strategies.

Working in a CISCE school

This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.

Working conditions

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

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Maharshi Vidya Mandir School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

How much experience do I need for this Student Counsellor — Maharshi Vidya Mandir School 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.

What qualifications are required for a Student Counsellor — Maharshi Vidya Mandir School?

Most Student Counsellor — Maharshi Vidya Mandir 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.

About Maharshi Vidya Mandir School

Maharshi Vidya Mandir School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1997, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Maharshi Vidya Mandir School is a CISCE Day School in Bansdroni, Kolkata.

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