About the Organization:

Vidyashilp Education Group has a heritage of around 4 decades in K-12 education. We currently have the following schools, preschools and University:

● Vidyashilp Academy, a premier, reputed 25-year old school in North Bangalore. VSA is consistently ranked amongst the top 3 schools in Bangalore and the top 10 in India. We offer ICSE + IGCSE curriculum and cater to over 2300 students. We are one of the largest schools in Bangalore, spread over an area of 20 acres. Please visit https://vidyashilpacademy.edu.in to know more.

● Vidyasagar Preschool is a pioneer in the field of preschool education. Our flagship campus in North Bangalore has been imparting education to preschoolers for the past 38 years.
At 900 students housed in a spacious 3 acres campus, it is also one of the largest stand- alone preschools in India. We have opened three more branches across Bangalore in the past 3 years. Please visit https://vidyasagarpreschool.edu.in to know more.

● Vidyashilp School, is a new endeavor by Vidyanidhi Education Trust, which aims to offer a high quality, affordable education to the students in urban middle class families. We have started two new schools in Bangalore, each spread across an area of 4 to 5 acres.
Please visit https://vidyashilpschool.edu.in to know more.

● Vidyashilp University, is a new effort by the Vidyashilp Education Group, the culmination of an outstanding legacy of Vidyashilp Academy and Schools committed to excellence in education. Vidyashilp University fosters an environment and culture of collaboration, responsiveness, high performance and service. Please visit https://vidyashilp.edu.in to know more.

College Counsellor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job brief
We are looking for a capable candidate to head our career counselling and college placements division. The role will be responsible to help students articulate their academic achievements, develop their portfolio, ensure career readiness and develop personal or social competencies through a comprehensive counselling program.

Responsibilities

• End to end ownership of the career counselling and college placements cell
• Develop a comprehensive, long-term career counselling program and calendar
• Provide early interventions in facilitating students’ career choices and decisions
• Lead a small team of counsellors to implement and facilitate the career counselling program
• Provide maximum exposure to students by building marquee University and Industry interfaces
• Build a system to provide personalized and individual counselling. Value and respond to the diversity and individual differences of students
• Ensure equitable access to opportunities for all students
• Provide direct support services through structured conventions
• Collaborate and consult with parents, teachers, community organisations and other stakeholders

• Perform assessments, interpret tests and study student records
• Gather and analyse data to measure results
• Develop structured reporting mechanisms for all stakeholders

Requirements

• 8+ years of proven impact in college placements for school students (International + ICSE board)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to build and lead a team
• Integrity and professionalism
• Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student pool
• Working knowledge of various counselling models, practices and resources
• Highly data driven and substantial analytical skills
• Tech Savvy with an excellent knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Sound judgement and emotional intelligence
• Master’s degree in School Counselling
• Ease and experience with Windows-based computers, internet and emails, and proficient typing abilities.
• Knowledge of relevant applications including MS Office; Naviance is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: ₹70,000.00 – ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• total work: 4 years (Preferred)

Application Deadline: 15/10/2023