Job Description

Secondary English Teacher - for August 2026





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. 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: www.zis.ch





The Position:


We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced English teacher for grades 11 & 12, who engages


and inspires learners through their own passion and professional practice. An ideal candidate will


have significant IB Language & Literature HL/SL and AP Language & Composition, and/or AP


Seminar experience. They will be flexible and excited to cooperate with a team of dynamic,


professional teachers to plan, deliver, and assess student-centered curriculum in a diverse


international school setting. A teacher at ZIS will hold high expectations for students , have a


mentor mindset, and be comfortable differentiating content and instruction in all courses.


Requirements: Applicants should have at least 5 years experience in teaching English, 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 specialism, Masters level study preferred


? Documented record of excellence in teaching


? Commitment to ongoing curriculum development and review


? Experience with IB English Language & Literature


? Experience with, or a desire and willingness to teach AP Language and Composition


and/or AP Seminar


? Understanding of concept based curriculum and instruction


? Inquiry based pedagogical approach


? Commitment to ongoing professional development


? Emphasis on relationship building with students and colleagues

We will begin interviewing immediately, and reserve the right to appoint ahead of the deadline

if a strong candidate is found.

Applicants must apply to ZIS directly using our online system through the employment page

of our school website www.zis.ch/one-zis-community/employment