Career Counsellor — Vidyashilp Academy Opening — Vidyashilp Academy, Bangalore
Vidyashilp AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Vidyashilp Academy
- School
- Vidyashilp Academy
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.4L – ₹8.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Career Counsellor — Vidyashilp Academy at Vidyashilp Academy will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 31+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Vidyashilp Academy, a CBSE school in Bangalore, 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: CBSE day school in Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Career Counsellor — Vidyashilp Academy
Provide confidential 1:1 sessions, lead life-skills and SEL classes, and support staff with classroom-wellbeing strategies.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
About Vidyashilp Academy
Vidyashilp Academy is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1995, located in Bangalore, Karnataka. The school has a student community of about 500-1000.
CBSE day school in Bangalore.
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