Education Counsellor

Vacancy Announcement

Position: Education Counsellor

Teresa Academy, established in April 1998, is an inclusive English-medium school run by Maiti Nepal with a mission to provide quality education and holistic development for vulnerable and underprivileged children, particularly girls at risk of trafficking, abuse, and exploitation. The academy started with just a few early grades and has grown to offer education from early childhood through higher secondary levels, following Nepal’s national curriculum and fostering an academically stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess students’ learning, behavioral, and emotional needs.
• Provide counseling and psychological support to students.
• Work with teachers to develop effective learning strategies.
• Identify learning difficulties and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Support students with special educational needs.
• Conduct psychological assessments and prepare reports.
• Organize awareness programs for students and parents.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor/ Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology / Psychology or related field.
• Relevant training or certification in child or educational psychology.
• Experience working with school-age children preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school setting.
• Knowledge of child development and learning difficulties.
• Counseling experience.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their updated CV along with a cover letter to hr@maitinepal.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process.

Maiti Nepal encourages applications from qualified women, marginalized communities, and individuals committed to social justice and human rights.