Secondary English as an Additional Language Teacher, for August 2026
Zurich International School (ZIS) is a learning community of students, faculty, staff, and parents. At ZIS, educational excellence commits us to Learn, Care, Challenge, Lead. 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 highly skilled and experienced EAL teacher for our Secondary School, who engages and inspires learners through their own passion and professional practice. An ideal candidate will have significant EAL expertise, and experience of working with multilingual learners in diverse bilingual/multilingual settings. An EAL teacher at ZIS will hold high expectations for learners, together with high levels of support.
Requirements
Applicants should have at least 3 years experience in teaching EAL, preferably at an international school. For non-Swiss/EU applicants, extensive international experience is required.
* Learner-centered focus, with the ability to differentiate for diverse learning needs
* Teaching license including EAL specialism, Masters level study preferred
* Documented record of excellence in teaching
* Understanding of and experience using translanguaging strategies
* C2 level of English with excellent writing and oral communication skills
* Familiarity with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
* Experience using diagnostic language assessments and data to inform teaching
* Understanding of inquiry & concept based curriculum and instruction approach
* Commitment to ongoing professional development
Collaborative, inclusive team-oriented disposition
Please apply to ZIS directly using our online system through the employment page of our school website Thank you for your understanding.