College & career Counselor

Position at Manthan Educational Society

College & Career Counselor

Purpose of Role:

The role of a College and Career Counselor is to guide and support students in making informed decisions about their academic and professional futures. The purpose of this position is to help students understand their strengths, explore various career paths, and plan for life after school.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences, and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students, and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Counseling & Guidance
  • Parent Engagement
    • Classroom Sessions & Events
      • Liaison with Faculty
        • Support High School Career Counseling Function
          • Assist the Functional Head in providing administrative support to the overall high school career counseling function.
            • Program Development & Implementation
              • Professional Development & School Engagement

Experience, Skills & Competencies

• 5 to 8 years of experience in career counseling, with a focus on middle school students preferred.
  • Familiarity with career guidance frameworks and student profile development strategies.
    • Awareness of the CBSE and Cambridge curricula, including their structure, strengths, and implications for college and career choices will be an added advantage.
      • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with students, parents, and faculty.
        • Empathy and ability to connect with young adolescents.
          • Proficiency in workshops, presentations, and facilitating group sessions.
            • Proficiency in using tools for documentation and data management.
              • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.
                • Skilled in using student management tools and communication software.
                  • Creative problem-solving abilities to design engaging student activities.
                    • Eagerness to learn and stay updated with the latest industry trends and practices.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

Manthan ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years of employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Manthan ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background, or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.