Career Counsellor

Oakridge Gachibowli is a premium international day school in India. We have the proud privilege of being the pioneers of IB schooling in South India and one of the largest providers of IB education in India. We have 150+ IB-trained teachers with years of experience, helping us consistently achieve outstanding results and seeing our students go on to study at some of the world’s leading universities. Oakridge offers IB, CBSE, and Cambridge curricula, and is recognized as one of the best schools in Hyderabad, India.

Oakridge International School, Gachibowli is a leading premium day school in India, with more than 2800 students in full time enrollment. The school has a proud legacy of 22 years educational excellence and of being the pioneers of IB schooling in South India and one of the largest providers of IB education in India. The school has 150+ IB-trained teachers, enabling consistent outstanding results and inspire students go on to study at some of the world’s leading universities. The school serves Nursery through to high school (Grade 12) students. Oakridge offers IB, CBSE, and Cambridge curricula, and is recognized as one of the best schools in Hyderabad, India.

The Oakridge International School, Gachibowli is partnered with the Nord Anglia Education family, the world’s leading premium international school organisation. They currently have 81 schools in India, China, Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia and North, Central and South America. NAE are a fast growing, successful education company with over 50 years’ experience. The schools are amongst the most respected premium schools in their markets and are a very popular choice for parents.

Job Description

Oakridge International School is seeking a dynamic and student-focused Career Counsellor to guide and support students across the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) streams. The ideal candidate will help students explore career and academic pathways, navigate college admissions, and make informed decisions aligned with their strengths, interests, and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities:
Career and Academic Guidance:
• Provide personalized counselling sessions to students in Grades 9–12 (CBSE) and DP1–DP2 (IBDP).
• Administer and interpret psychometric and aptitude assessments.
• Assist students in identifying academic and career interests and aligning subject selections accordingly.
• Guide students on course selection and prerequisites based on their career goals and college plans.
College and University Admissions Support:
• Support students with applications to national and international universities.
• Guide students through application processes including UCAS, Common App, OUAC, and others.
• Assist in preparing key documents: Letters of Recommendation, Statements of Purpose, Personal Essays, and Resumes.
• Organize university visits, college fairs, and information sessions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of admissions trends, scholarship opportunities, and testing requirements (SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL, etc.).
Parent and Teacher Engagement:
• Conduct workshops and seminars for parents on career planning, international admissions, and university selection.
• Collaborate with teachers and academic coordinators to support holistic student development.
• Provide feedback and updates to parents about student progress and planning.
Record Keeping and Reporting:
• Maintain detailed student records, career plans, and progress reports.
• Track and report alumni outcomes to inform future counselling strategies.
School-wide Initiatives:
• Plan and implement career awareness programs, internships, and mentoring opportunities.
• Coordinate with industry professionals for guest lectures and career talks.

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At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.