Primary School German Teacher

About the role

ISZL is recruiting a full-time German teacher for its primary school, starting in August 2027. The teacher cultivates a passion for inquiry in students and works with colleagues to create engaging learning experiences, using the Primary Years Programme (PYP) curriculum framework with students of diverse talents and abilities. The post is open to candidates who speak German as their first language.

Key responsibilities

• Design learning based on agreed student outcomes, focusing on conceptual understanding and big ideas, and involving students in planning their own learning
• Facilitate learning in a safe, motivating environment, using varied teaching strategies and integrating technology and student diversity into lesson plans
• Plan, teach and assess in an interconnected way, giving regular written formative feedback and involving students in assessment
• Communicate regularly with parents on academic progress and well-being, and share progress and assessment results with administration
• Contribute to school projects and offer an after-school activity or coaching

Required profile

• Recognised teaching qualification or certification
• Fluent or native German, minimum C1 level
• Swiss or EU passport, or a valid Swiss work permit (or approval for a Swiss work visa)
• Preferred: knowledge of the PYP framework and experience in inquiry-based learning

What we offer

• Paid accident and long-term sickness insurance
• Generous pension fund contributions
• Professional development opportunities and tuition discount
• Social events and a modern, collaborative work environment