Career Counselor

Career Counsellor – Fountainhead School (Surat)

Location: Kunkni, Surat, Gujarat
Full-Time | 7:40 AM – 3:45 PM | Monday to Saturday

About Fountainhead School

At Fountainhead School, we dream of revolutionizing the Indian education system. Located on a sprawling 9.8-acre modern campus in Surat, we serve over 2400+ students from Nursery to Grade 12. Our mission is to make learning meaningful, joyful, and deeply rooted in real-life applications.

We are an IB World School, committed to fostering inquiry, creativity, and independence in both students and staff. If you're passionate about helping students make informed decisions about their future, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Overview: Career Counsellor

We are looking for a dedicated and student-focused Career Counsellor to guide students in Grades 8–12 in making informed academic and career choices. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable about Indian and international education systems, passionate about mentoring adolescents, and comfortable using digital tools for research and communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling to students on academic pathways, college admissions, and career options.
• Assist students in identifying their strengths, interests, and goals, and aligning them with suitable career paths.
• Guide students and parents through Indian and international college admission processes, including timelines, documentation, and entrance exams.
• Stay updated with trends in higher education, scholarships, and standardized testing (SAT, ACT, CUET, etc.).
• Organize and lead career seminars, university visits, alumni talks, and other related events.
• Build partnerships with national and international universities and institutions.
• Support students in building college profiles, writing personal statements, and preparing for interviews.
• Maintain detailed and confidential student records and progress reports.
• Collaborate with teachers and school leadership to ensure student well-being and academic success.
• Use G-Suite tools (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Classroom, etc.) to manage documentation and communication effectively.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Career Counselling, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience as a Career Counsellor or in a related educational role (preferably in IB or international schools).
• In-depth knowledge of college admissions in India and abroad (USA, UK, Canada, Europe, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build trust with students and parents.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in G-Suite for Education.
• Certification in Career Counselling or Guidance Counselling is an added advantage.
• Passion for working with young people and helping them succeed.

Why Join Us?

• Work at a leading, progressive IB World School in Surat.
• Be part of a school that values innovation, inquiry, and purpose-driven education.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate educators and counsellors.
• Continuous professional development and growth opportunities.
• Help shape the futures of tomorrow’s leaders.

Work Hours

• Monday to Saturday
• 7:40 AM – 3:45 PM

Apply Now!

Email your resume to: careers@fountainheadschools.org
Or fill the online application form via: www.fountainheadschools.org
Location: Kunkni, Surat, Gujarat

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,448.93 - ₹35,726.92 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Expected Start Date: 03/11/2025