Psychology & Wellness Teacher

Bloomingdale International School; Krishna; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloomingdale International School in India is seeking a Psychology & Wellness Teacher to support students through psychology and wellness learning experiences and to provide guidance and counselling. The role focuses on creating a safe, inclusive, emotionally supportive environment and involves working with students, teachers, parents, coordinators, and leadership.

The position emphasizes developing emotional intelligence, coping strategies, and life-skills programs, with collaboration across

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Educational Psychology, or related field.
• Relevant counselling or wellness certification is an advantage.
• 2–3 years of experience in school counselling or related role.
• Experience with children and adolescents is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate psychology and wellness lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and group guidance to students.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, coordinators, and school leadership.
• Organize wellness and life-skills programmes.
• Support safeguarding and student well-being initiatives.
• Maintain records and document counselling interventions.
• Refer students to external mental health professionals when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Digital tools for presentations

Documentation software

Job description

School: Bloomingdale International School

Employment: Full-time | In-person

Reports to: Head of School / Principal

Joining: Immediate / Early joiners preferred

About the Role

The Psychology & Wellness Teacher will support students through engaging psychology and wellness learning experiences while also providing appropriate guidance and counselling support.

The teacher will work closely with students, teachers, parents, coordinators, and school leadership to promote a safe, inclusive, emotionally supportive, and positive school environment.

What You'll Do

Psychology & Wellness Teaching

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons and activities related to psychology, well-being, emotional intelligence, self-awareness, relationships, and personal development.
• Develop students' understanding of emotions, behaviour, communication, resilience, and healthy relationships.
• Use interactive, experiential, and student-centered approaches to make learning meaningful.
• Support students in developing positive coping strategies, decision-making skills, and self-management.
• Adapt learning activities to suit different age groups and student needs.
• Encourage students to reflect on their experiences, emotions, strengths, and personal growth.

Student Counselling & Support

• Provide appropriate one-to-one and group guidance to students.
• Support students experiencing academic, emotional, social, behavioural, or peer-related challenges.
• Help students develop healthy coping mechanisms and communication skills.
• Support students dealing with concerns such as stress, anxiety, peer relationships, bullying, adjustment, or academic pressure.
• Identify students who may require additional support and follow appropriate school referral procedures.
• Refer students to qualified external mental health professionals when required and in accordance with school policies.
• Develop and conduct wellness, mental health awareness, emotional intelligence, stress management, and life-skills programmes.
• Organize age-appropriate workshops and awareness sessions for students.
• Support initiatives related to social-emotional learning and positive school culture.
• Conduct activities that promote resilience, confidence, empathy, mindfulness, communication, and healthy relationships.
• Contribute to school-wide student well-being initiatives.

Parent & Teacher Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with teachers and coordinators to identify and support students who may need additional assistance.
• Communicate appropriately with parents regarding student well-being and development.
• Conduct or support parent awareness sessions on topics related to child and adolescent well-being.
• Support teachers in understanding and responding appropriately to student behavioural and emotional needs.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in all interactions.

Assessment & Documentation

• Observe and identify student needs using appropriate professional practices.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records related to counselling and student support.
• Monitor student progress and document interventions where appropriate.Prepare periodic reports and updates for the relevant school leadership, in accordance with school policies.
• Follow appropriate safeguarding, confidentiality, and referral procedures.

Crisis & Safeguarding Support

• Provide appropriate first-line emotional support during student or school-related crisis situations.
• Follow the school's safeguarding and child-protection procedures.
• Escalate serious concerns to the appropriate school leadership or qualified professionals.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and confidential practices at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
• Relevant counselling, child psychology, adolescent psychology, or wellness certification will be an advantage.
• 2–3 years of experience in school counselling, psychology, student wellness, teaching, or a related role is preferred.
• Experience working with children and adolescents is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong listening, observation, empathy, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, confidentiality, and care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, teachers, coordinators, and school leadership.
• Good documentation and organizational skills.

Experience & Background

Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Student Counselling
• Educational Psychology
• Child Psychology
• Adolescent Counselling
• Social-Emotional Learning
• Psychology Teaching
• Life Skills Education
• Mental Health Awareness Programmes

Experience in IB, CBSE, ICSE, Cambridge, or other recognized school environments will be an added advantage.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of age-appropriate psychology and wellness practices.
• Experience conducting student workshops and awareness programmes.
• Understanding of social-emotional learning and positive behaviour support.
• Familiarity with student safeguarding and child-protection practices.
• Ability to design engaging wellness activities and classroom sessions.
• Basic proficiency in digital tools for presentations, documentation, and educational resources.
• Commitment to continuous professional learning.

Why Join Bloomingdale International School?

• Supportive and collaborative academic environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to a comprehensive student well-being and wellness programme.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Opportunity to work closely with students, educators, parents, and school leadership.
• Exposure to a diverse and child-centered learning environment.
• Meaningful opportunity to support students' emotional, social, and personal development.

Open to Relocation?

We welcome applications from Psychology Teachers, School Counsellors, Student Counsellors, Educational Psychologists, Child Psychologists, Adolescent Counsellors, Wellness Educators, and Psychology professionals interested in working in a school environment.