Academic Counsellor

Full job description
Position: Academic Counsellor

Location: The Rosary School (Open at both Salunkhe Vihar & Viman Nagar campuses)

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience: 1–3 years (Freshers with strong communication skills may also apply)

About Us:

The Rosary School (TRS) is one of Pune’s most respected educational institutions, with a legacy of over six decades in shaping confident, compassionate, and capable young minds. With a New Management operating our schools in Salunkhe Vihar and Viman Nagar, we are committed to providing a well-rounded education that blends academic excellence with life skills, creativity, and values.

We take pride in our experienced faculty, forward-thinking curriculum, and inclusive school culture that fosters mutual respect and lifelong learning.

Role Overview:

The School Counsellor plays a key role in supporting students’ emotional, social, behavioural, and academic development. This position involves individual and group counselling, collaboration with teachers and parents, and proactive initiatives that promote student well-being and mental health across the school community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Counselling & Support

· Provide individual and group counselling for students dealing with emotional, social, behavioural, or academic concerns.

· Identify students requiring additional support and design appropriate intervention strategies.

· Support students with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, peer relationships, and emotional regulation.

· Assist students in developing coping skills, resilience, and positive behaviour patterns.

2. Collaboration & Guidance

· Work closely with teachers to address classroom-related behavioural or emotional challenges.

· Partner with parents/guardians to support student development while maintaining confidentiality.

· Participate in student support meetings and multidisciplinary discussions when required.

3. Programs & Preventive Initiatives

· Plan and conduct workshops, classroom sessions, and assemblies on mental health, life skills, emotional well-being, and social development.

· Contribute to school policies related to student welfare, safeguarding, and child protection.

· Support crisis intervention and follow school protocols in sensitive situations.

4. Documentation & Reporting

· Maintain accurate, confidential student records and counselling notes.

· Prepare reports, observations, and recommendations for internal review.

· Refer students to external professionals or specialists when needed, in coordination with school leadership.

Skills & Qualifications

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Counselling, or a related field.

· Relevant certification or training in child/adolescent counselling preferred.

· 1–3 years of experience in a school or child-focused counselling role (freshers may be considered).

· Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Personal Attributes

· Empathetic, patient, and approachable with students of different age groups.

· Calm and composed in challenging or crisis situations.

· Well-organised with strong documentation and follow-up skills.

· Passionate about student well-being and holistic education.

What We Offer

· A supportive and collaborative school environment.

· Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

· A meaningful role contributing directly to student welfare and success.

To Apply:

Send your resume to directors@therosaryschool.com with the subject line:
Application for Academic Counsellor – The Rosary School [Campus Name]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹24,000.00 per month

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Academic counseling: 1 year (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
Location:

Pune, Maharashtra (Required)
Work Location: In person