Varsha Rao

Certified Child Psychologist with over 8 years of experience in counseling, academic operations, career guidance, and school coordination. Strong expertise in student counseling, admissions, parent engagement, and team coordination across K12, preschools, and higher education. Adept at creating child-friendly learning environments, supporting families, and driving student retention and satisfaction.

Counselor cum Branch Coordinator - Jamboree Education Pvt. Ltd. - Bangalore

(2019-07 - 2020-01)

• Managed in-house sales and academic operations for study abroad programs (GRE, GMAT, IELTS), ensuring seamless coordination between counseling, academics, and operations.
• Leveraged expertise in to provide insightful, empathetic, and goal-oriented career guidance tailored to each student's academic background and aspirations.
• Advised students on overseas education pathways, including test prep planning, country/course selection, and timelines for application.
• Developed strong student relationships through trust-based counseling, resulting in increased referral conversions and long-term engagement.

Branch Coordinator - Sugarpie School (by Mothers Pride) - Noida

(2017-04 - 2019-03)

• Oversaw complete school operations including admissions, academics, parent engagement, and staff coordination for a preschool environment.
• Applied child psychology principles to enhance classroom interactions, behavior management, and individualized support for early learners.
• Conducted pre-admission and post-admission counseling for parents, addressing developmental concerns and aligning expectations.
• Designed monthly academic and activity planners focused on cognitive, emotional, and social development.
• Managed school's creative requirements and supported social media communication and brand visibility.

Counselor - Aakash Institute

(2015-11 - 2016-04)

• Provided personalized career counseling to students and parents, guiding them through academic planning for competitive exams such as NEET and JEE, based on aptitude, academic background, and long-term goals.
• Successfully converted walk-in inquiries and telephonic leads into confirmed enrollments by delivering value-driven consultations and building trusted relationships.
• Oversaw the complete student lifecycle management—from inquiry, counseling, and enrollment to orientation, support, and retention.
• Managed academic and administrative operations, including class scheduling, student database management, and inter-department coordination.
• Handled fee structuring and documentation, ensuring accurate processing and compliance with institutional policies.
• Acted as the primary liaison with the head office for admission drives, testing initiatives, and promotional schemes.
• Consistently recognized as a top performer, exceeding enrollment targets and maintaining high student satisfaction ratings through effective communication and service excellence.

Assistant Branch Manager - DAuto Engineering Pvt. Ltd. - Jabalpur

(2014-01 - 2015-10)

• Oversaw complete branch operations, including training programs, accounts, admissions, counseling, and compliance documentation.
• Led the counseling and admissions process, guiding students on technical programs, resolving queries, and converting inquiries into confirmed enrollments.
• Managed the end-to-end admissions lifecycle—from lead generation and counseling to enrollment and onboarding.

Masters in Psychology - Psychology (Specialization in Child Psychology & Career Guidance) - Gyan Vihar University Jaipur, India

MBA - Marketing & HR - Gyan Ganga Institute of Management, RDVV University (2011-01 - 2013-01)

B.Com - St. Aloysius College (2011-01 - 2011-01)