Career Counselor Career Guidance Teacher Female

Location: NTR High School, Jr & Degree College, Gandipet

Reporting To: School Principal

Salary Range: As per industry standards (20-30K)

Job Summary

The Career Counselor will be responsible for guiding High School, Inter & Degree students in identifying their academic strengths, interests, and career aspirations. The role involves conducting assessments, workshops, one-on-one counseling sessions, and providing students with informed career options aligned with their abilities and CBSE curriculum requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular individual and group counseling sessions for students.
• Assess students’ interests, aptitudes, and personality traits using standardized tools and techniques.
• Educate students about various career options, academic paths, and skill development opportunities.
• Guide students in subject selection decisions in alignment with their career goals and CBSE / University guidelines.
• Organize career awareness programs, guest lectures, and interactive sessions with professionals from different fields.
• Maintain student counseling records confidentially and track progress periodically.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and academic coordinators to address students' academic and behavioral concerns.
• Assist in developing and integrating life skills, soft skills, and goal-setting modules into the curriculum.
• Keep up-to-date with emerging career trends, educational courses, entrance exams, and scholarships.
• Support students during transitions such as moving from middle to secondary school / College or preparing for board / University exams.
  
  

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, or a related field.
• Certification or Diploma in Career Counseling (preferred).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a school counseling or guidance role, preferably in a CBSE school.
  
  

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Empathetic, patient, and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to build trust with students and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in conducting career assessments and interpreting results.
• Organizational skills for event planning and record maintenance.
• Familiarity with CBSE curriculum and education system.