JOB DESCRIPTIONCareer & University Guidance Counsellor

Location: Glendale International School, Hyderabad
Department: Senior School / Career & University Guidance
Reporting To: Principal / Head of School

Position Overview

The Career & University Guidance Counsellor will play a pivotal role in guiding students through their career exploration, higher education planning and university application processes. The incumbent will work closely with students, parents, teachers and school leadership to provide comprehensive guidance on career pathways, university options, entrance examinations and application requirements for universities in India and overseas.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Career Counselling & Student Guidance

- Provide individual and group career counselling sessions to students, particularly from Grades 8–12.
- Help students identify their interests, strengths, aptitude and career aspirations through assessments and structured counselling.
- Guide students in selecting appropriate academic streams, subjects and career pathways.
- Conduct career awareness sessions, workshops and orientation programmes.

2. University Guidance & Admissions

- Guide students through undergraduate university selection and application processes in India and overseas.
- Provide information on universities, courses, eligibility criteria, admission requirements, scholarships and application deadlines.
- Support students with applications to universities in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, Singapore and India.
- Assist students with preparing Statements of Purpose (SOPs), essays, resumes, portfolios and other application documents.
- Guide students on standardised tests and entrance examinations such as SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL, CUET and other relevant assessments.

3. University Outreach & Networking

- Establish and maintain relationships with universities, admissions representatives and educational institutions.
- Coordinate university visits,



information sessions, education fairs and guest lectures.
- Organise university representative interactions and campus visits for students.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of universities, courses, admission trends and scholarship opportunities.

4. Parent & Stakeholder Engagement

- Conduct parent orientation sessions on career pathways, university admissions and higher education opportunities.
- Provide regular updates to parents on students' university application progress.
- Collaborate with subject teachers, coordinators and school leadership to ensure students receive holistic guidance.

5. Application Tracking & Documentation

- Maintain individual student career guidance and university application records.
- Track application timelines, admission decisions, offers, scholarships and final enrolments.
- Monitor university admission trends and maintain records of student placements and acceptances.
- Prepare periodic reports and dashboards for school leadership.

6. Career Development Initiatives

- Plan and execute career fairs, university fairs, career talks and industry interaction programmes.
- Facilitate internships, job-shadowing opportunities and industry exposure wherever possible.
- Support students in developing essential skills such as communication, decision-making, research and career readiness.

Educational Qualifications

- Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Education, Career Guidance or a related discipline.
- Professional certification in Career Counselling / University Guidance will be an added advantage.




- Additional training in international university admissions and higher education counselling is preferred.

Experience

- Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in Career Counselling, University Admissions or Higher Education Guidance.
- Experience working in reputed international schools offering IB / Cambridge / IGCSE / CBSE curricula will be preferred.
- Proven experience in guiding students through Indian and international university applications.

Key Competencies

- Solid knowledge of Indian and international higher education systems.
- Excellent counselling, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to engage effectively with students, parents and university representatives.
- Strong research, planning and organisational capabilities.
- Proficiency in maintaining databases, application trackers and reports.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple student applications and deadlines.
- High levels of professionalism, confidentiality and student-centric approach.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Effective career guidance and counselling coverage for Grades 8–12.
- Timely completion and tracking of university applications.
- Quality and diversity of university applications and admission outcomes.
- Student and parent satisfaction with counselling support.
- Successful organisation of career fairs, university interactions and workshops.
- Development of robust university networks and partnerships.
- Accurate maintenance of student records and university placement reports.

Desired Candidate Profile: A proactive, student-focused professional with strong knowledge of Indian and international university admission processes, capable of building a structured career guidance programme and supporting students in making informed higher education decisions.

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Career & University Guidance Counsellor (Hyderabad)
🏢 Glendale Academy
📍 Hyderabad