Mumbai: Student Counsellor — Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya Job at Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya
Sitaram Poddar Balika VidhyalayaKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya
- School
- Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹6.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Student Counsellor — Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 110+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya, 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: Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya is a State Board Day School in Kalbadevi, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya
Provide confidential 1:1 sessions, lead life-skills and SEL classes, and support staff with classroom-wellbeing strategies.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
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
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
About Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya
Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1916, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sitaram Poddar Balika Vidhyalaya is a State Board Day School in Kalbadevi, Mumbai.
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