Educational Counselor

About the Role

Asha Education Trust (AET) operates an institute dedicated to building employability skills across multiple sectors. Its infrastructure and training programs are aligned with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) norms under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship. The institute follows National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) curricula to ensure standardized, industry-relevant skill development. AET focuses on practical, outcome-based learning that prepares learners for real-world career opportunities.

The Educational Counselor is a full-time, on-site role based in Gurugram. The counselor will guide prospective and current learners in selecting suitable courses and skill-development pathways aligned with their interests, abilities, and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one and group counseling sessions.
• Assess learner profiles.
• Provide information on NSDC- and NSQF-aligned programs.
• Maintain accurate student records.
• Coordinate with trainers and administrative staff.
• Support learners through admission, orientation, and progression.
• Participate in outreach activities.
• Respond to inquiries from students and families.
• Contribute to creating a supportive, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Educational Consulting and Education-related skills, with an understanding of skill-development frameworks and training pathways.
• Student Counseling and Career Counseling skills to support learners in academic, personal, and career decision-making.
• Excellent Communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication and active listening.
• Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field are beneficial.
• Experience working with youth or adult learners in an educational or training setting, preferably in skill-development or vocational education, is an advantage.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse learners.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and administrative teams.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Comfort with basic digital tools (MS Office, student databases).
• A learner-centric approach to problem-solving.