Student Counsellor — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya Opening — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya, Kolkata
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
- School
- Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹4.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Student Counsellor — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya at Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 70+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya, a State Board school in Kolkata, 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: Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Jorabagan, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
Run individual and group counselling, screen for socio-emotional concerns, support career guidance and partner with parents on student wellbeing.
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
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
What qualifications are required for a Student Counsellor — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya?
Most Student Counsellor — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath 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 is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
About Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1956, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Jorabagan, Kolkata.
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