Student Counsellor — Pragati Vidyalaya Opening — Pragati Vidyalaya, Pune

Pragati Vidyalaya
Pune, Maharashtrafull-time₹3.9L – ₹5.3L / yrNo Board4–6 yrs expPosted 11d ago

Key facts

Role
Student Counsellor — Pragati Vidyalaya
School
Pragati Vidyalaya
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
No Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.9L – ₹5.3L per year
Experience
4–6 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1992

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Job description

Overview

Pragati Vidyalaya, a No Board 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: Pragati Vidyalaya is a modest, Marathi-medium aided school focusing on foundational education for primary grades. With a small team, basic facilities (library, computers, ramps), and community orientation, it serves local needs but may lack the sparkle of more tech-rich or extracurricular-driven institutions. If you're seeking an affordable neighborhood school for early education, it's a practical option. For higher academic ambitions or extracurricular variety, you might compare it against schools like Elpro, Silver Crest, or Sanskar nearby.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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.

What qualifications are required for a Student Counsellor — Pragati Vidyalaya?

Most Student Counsellor — Pragati Vidyalaya 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.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

About Pragati Vidyalaya

Pragati Vidyalaya is a modest, Marathi-medium aided school focusing on foundational education for primary grades. With a small team, basic facilities (library, computers, ramps), and community orientation, it serves local needs but may lack the sparkle of more tech-rich or extracurricular-driven institutions. If you're seeking an affordable neighborhood school for early education, it's a practical option. For higher academic ambitions or extracurricular variety, you might compare it against schools like Elpro, Silver Crest, or Sanskar nearby.

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