ZIS Mission: We surface and inspire each learner's curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for their learning so that they positively impact their family, community, and the world.
Zurich International School (ZIS) is a learning community of students, faculty, staff, and parents. We provide a caring environment for the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of our students. We value diversity and plurality of voices, and are committed to ensuring our students develop the intellect, skills and character to become caring individuals and adaptable and independent thinkers.
The most significant impact on student learning is the quality of the teaching they experience - great teachers develop great learners. We are looking for a highly motivated, team-oriented, educator who is aligned with our mission and vision, and is eager to contribute to the ongoing development of our programme and school. Learner-centered candidates with a growth mindset and a commitment to ongoing professional growth, are encouraged to apply. For more information about our school and our philosophy visit:
The Position:
We are seeking a German teacher for grades Kindergarten through to Grade 5, for August 2026. The ideal candidate will be flexible and excited to cooperate with a team of dynamic, professional languages teachers to plan, deliver, and assess student-centered curriculum in a diverse international school setting. You will hold high expectations for students and will be comfortable differentiating content and instruction for all learners. Applicants with experience working with a multilingual population, and who can contribute to the ZIS co-curricular program will be preferred.
Requirements:
Applicants must have at least 3 years experience, preferably at an international school. For non-Swiss/EU applicants, international experience is required.
* Teaching license including specialism in teaching German language acquisition
* Understanding of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
* Documented record of excellence in teaching
* Experience with teaching Kindergarten desirable
* Commitment to an inquiry-based approach that fosters curiosity and critical thinking
* Commitment to ongoing professional development
* Emphasis on relationship building with students
* Teamwork, collaboration, and active participation in school life.
We reserve the right to begin interviewing immediately in order to secure the strongest candidate. Please apply to ZIS directly using our online system through the employment page of our school website: .
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