Podar International School is hiring a Student Counsellor — Podar International School in Pune

Podar International School
Pune, Maharashtrafull-time₹4.4L – ₹6.2L / yrCBSE3–5 yrs expPosted 15d ago

Key facts

Role
Student Counsellor — Podar International School
School
Podar International School
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹4.4L – ₹6.2L per year
Experience
3–5 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1927

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Job description

Overview

Podar International School (Pune, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a Student Counsellor — Podar International School. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 99+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

Podar International School, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: Podar International School is a CBSE Day School in Manjri, Pune.

What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Podar International School

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

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Working conditions

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

About teaching in Pune

Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

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Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

About Podar International School

Podar International School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1927, located in Pune, Maharashtra.

Podar International School is a CBSE Day School in Manjri, Pune.

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Perks

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