Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is hiring a Student Counsellor — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School in Mumbai
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
- School
- Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹5.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Student Counsellor — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School at Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School, Mumbai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is a State Board Day School in Fort, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
Deliver wellbeing programmes, manage referrals, support transitions (admission/board years) and run age-appropriate workshops.
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
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
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.
About Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1849, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is a State Board Day School in Fort, Mumbai.
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