Career Counsellor — Modern High School International Opening — Modern High School International, Kolkata
Modern High School InternationalKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Modern High School International
- School
- Modern High School International
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- IGCSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.6L – ₹8.2L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Modern High School International, a IGCSE 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: Modern High School for Girls was founded in 1952 by Smt. Rukmani Devi Birla. Modern High School International, established by Smt. Nirmala Birla, started as the international wing of Modern High School for Girls, Kolkata in 2018 has been formally inaugurated by Dr Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan on 16th December 2023. The school has evolved from being an all-girls’ institution to becoming a co-educational institution. As a school we are committed to developing thinking, independent, caring and responsible young individuals.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Cambridge / IGCSE schools regularly fund official workshops (IB Category 1/2/3 or Cambridge PD) for full-time teachers. Internal weekly PD sessions are also common.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
About Modern High School International
Modern High School for Girls was founded in 1952 by Smt. Rukmani Devi Birla. Modern High School International, established by Smt. Nirmala Birla, started as the international wing of Modern High School for Girls, Kolkata in 2018 has been formally inaugurated by Dr Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan on 16th December 2023. The school has evolved from being an all-girls’ institution to becoming a co-educational institution. As a school we are committed to developing thinking, independent, caring and responsible young individuals.
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