Career Counsellor — Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan Opening — Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan, Kolkata
Sri Aurobindo Siksha SadanKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan
- School
- Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹5.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Compare against the market: School Counsellor salary in Kolkata
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Career Counsellor — Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan — Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 37+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a Career 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: Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan is a State Board Day School in Dum Dum, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Career Counsellor — Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan
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 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.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
About Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan
Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1989, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Sri Aurobindo Siksha Sadan is a State Board Day School in Dum Dum, Kolkata.
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