Deutschlehrperson - German Teacher Grades 9 to 11 - for August 2026

The most significant impact on student learning is the quality of the teaching they experience—great teachers develop great learners. Our school has an opening for a full-time German teacher at our Adliswil Campus for August 2026.

We are seeking a highly motivated, learner-centered educator with a growth mindset who has experience teaching grades 9, 10, and 11. 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.

Main responsibilities include the following:

• Plan, deliver, and assess an inquiry-based German curriculum that fosters curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for learning.

• Differentiate content and instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners within a multilingual student population.

• Collaborate closely with a dynamic team of language teachers to design curriculum and share pedagogical best practices.

• Integrate technology seamlessly into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

• Build strong, supportive relationships with students and colleagues to maintain a caring and inclusive classroom environment.

• Participate actively in school life and enthusiastically contribute to the ZIS co-curricular program.

• Commit to ongoing professional development, self-reflection, and the continuous development of our language program.

Qualification and Experience:

• A valid teaching license, including a specialism in teaching German to fluent language learners.

• A strong understanding of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

• A BA / BSc or equivalent university degree.

• A documented record of excellence in teaching.

• At least 3 years of teaching experience is preferred, ideally at an international school (international experience is required for non-Swiss/EU applicants).

• Experience teaching IB Diploma Program courses is highly desirable.

• Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships across a diverse school community.

We offer:

• Varied and interesting tasks in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

• A strong, collaborative, and supportive international community.

• A team-oriented leadership culture aligned with our values.

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