School Counsellor
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Key facts
- Role
- School Counsellor
- Role category
- counsellor
- School
- ST. Johns Senior Secondary School
- City
- Meerut Nagar
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹3.2L – ₹6.4L per year
- Experience
- 2–10 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
ST. Johns Senior Secondary School in Meerut Nagar, Uttar Pradesh is hiring a School Counsellor to join its academic team for grades 1-12. The school offers a collaborative environment, structured mentoring for new joiners, and access to modern teaching resources.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the school curriculum and board guidelines.
- Assess student progress through classwork, assignments and periodic tests, and provide timely feedback.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and coordinators on curriculum planning and inter-disciplinary activities.
- Communicate regularly with parents about student progress, behaviour and areas for support.
- Participate in staff development, school events and co-curricular activities.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Hold the qualifications required for the role (see qualifications section).
- Have 2–10 years of relevant experience.
- Communicate clearly in English (and Hindi/regional language where relevant).
- Are patient, dependable and student-focused.
Compensation is offered in the range of INR 3,20,000–6,40,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested candidates can apply directly through this listing; shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a demo class and interview.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What questions are asked in a School Counsellor interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for School Counsellor roles in Meerut Nagar.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
- Work hours
- 8 hours / day, Monday to Saturday
- Interview
- in person
Key responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons
- Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback
- Maintain records, reports and parent communication
- Participate in school events and professional development
Required qualifications
- M.A. in Psychology / Counselling
- Proven experience in a school or educational institution
- Working knowledge of student-centred pedagogy and classroom management
- Comfortable with digital tools, LMS platforms and MS Office / Google Workspace
Nice to have
- CTET / STET / State TET qualified
- Prior experience in a CBSE / ICSE / State board school
- Exposure to inclusive-education practices
Selection process
- 1Application screening
- 2Demo class
- 3Interview with academic head
- 4Offer
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Key facts about ST. Johns Senior Secondary School
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-12
- Students
- 2,087
- Staff
- 44
ST. Johns Senior Secondary School is a private unaided (recognized), offering 1-12. The campus serves around 2,087 students with a teaching and support team of about 44. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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