Pune: Student Counsellor — St Francis Preschool Job at St Francis Preschool
St Francis PreschoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — St Francis Preschool
- School
- St Francis Preschool
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.9L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 4–8 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
St Francis Preschool, 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: At St. Francis Preschool, we are committed to nurturing young minds with love, care, and a strong foundation in values and learning. Inspired by the principles of compassion, integrity, and excellence, our preschool provides a safe and stimulating environment where children feel encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow. Our age-appropriate curriculum blends academic readiness with creative activities, fostering emotional, social, and cognitive development. With experienced educators and a child-centric approach, St. Francis Preschool aims to lay the groundwork for lifelong learning, character building, and joyful discovery. We believe in helping every child become confident, kind, and ready for the journey ahead.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
About St Francis Preschool
At St. Francis Preschool, we are committed to nurturing young minds with love, care, and a strong foundation in values and learning. Inspired by the principles of compassion, integrity, and excellence, our preschool provides a safe and stimulating environment where children feel encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow. Our age-appropriate curriculum blends academic readiness with creative activities, fostering emotional, social, and cognitive development. With experienced educators and a child-centric approach, St. Francis Preschool aims to lay the groundwork for lifelong learning, character building, and joyful discovery. We believe in helping every child become confident, kind, and ready for the journey ahead.
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