Counselor - Rohtak, India - PW (PhysicsWallah)

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Company Description

PhysicsWallah is an Indian online education technology startup based in Delhi, recently became 101st Unicorn of India, originally created as a YouTube channel in 2014 by Mr. Alakh Pandey. We are the first company aiming to build an affordable online education platform for each Indian student who dreams of IIT & AIIMS and other categories, but is unable to afford the existing offline/online education providers.

We provide learning via our YouTube Channel, PhysicsWallah App/Website, Pathshala and Vidyapeeth Centers by providing lectures for JEE Mains and Advanced level, NEET, Board Exams, UPSC, Banking, SSC, Gate, Teaching, Skill & other competitive exams in the form of live lectures, recorded lectures, etc.

We are India's first most viewed Educational channel on Youtube. YouTube Channel-

PW IOS App- Physics Wallah on the App Store )

PW Google Play Store App- PW - JEE/NEET, UPSC, GATE, SSC - Apps on Google Play

This Ed-Tech Startup Becomes India's 101st Unicorn After Maiden Fund Raising: Physics Wallah Stuns The Market – – Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups

Physics wallah: Online learning platform Physics Wallah enters unicorn club with $100 million funding - The Economic Times )

*Job Summary:*

As an academic counselor, your primary responsibility is to assist students in achieving their academic and personal goals by providing guidance, support, and resources. You will work closely with students to help them make informed decisions about their educational paths and ensure they have the tools they need to succeed.

*Key Responsibilities:*

1. *Academic Advising:* Provide one-on-one and group advising sessions to assist students in selecting appropriate courses, majors, and minors based on their interests and academic abilities.

2. *Educational Planning:* Help students create and maintain academic plans, including setting academic goals and monitoring progress toward graduation requirements.

3. *Career Counseling:* Offer guidance on career exploration, job market trends, resume building, and interview preparation to help students make informed career choices.

4. *Personal Support:* Offer emotional and personal support to students dealing with academic challenges, stress, or personal issues that may impact their academic performance.

5. *Resource Referral:* Connect students with campus resources such as tutoring services, academic workshops, mental health counseling, and disability support services.

6. *Academic Monitoring:* Track and identify students at risk of academic difficulties, and intervene with appropriate strategies to improve their academic performance.

7. *Conflict Resolution:* Mediate and resolve conflicts related to academic matters, including disputes between students and faculty or academic policy issues.

8. *Information Dissemination:* Keep students informed about academic policies, deadlines, requirements, and any changes in the curriculum.

9. *Documentation:* Maintain accurate records of student interactions, academic plans, and progress to ensure effective advising and compliance with institutional policies.

*Qualifications:*

A bachelor's degree in counseling, education, psychology, or a related field (a master's degree may be preferred).

6 months to 1 Year of experience into counseling

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Knowledge of academic policies and curriculum requirements.

Empathy and the ability to provide sensitive and confidential support.

Familiarity with career development resources and tools.

Experience in academic advising or counseling is a plus.

As an academic counselor, you play a pivotal role in helping students navigate their educational journeys successfully. Your guidance and support contribute to students' overall academic achievement and personal development.