Grade 6 Teacher / Grade 6 Teacheress

Grade 6 Teacher, August 2026

Subject Specialism in English and Humanities

At Zurich International School (ZIS), our mission is to arouse and cultivate each learner's curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for their education, enabling them to make a positive impact on their families, communities, and the world.

ZIS is a vibrant learning community comprising students, faculty, staff, and parents. We foster a nurturing environment that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of our students. Valuing diversity and a multiplicity of perspectives, we are dedicated to ensuring our students acquire the intellect, skills, and character necessary to become compassionate individuals and independent thinkers.

The quality of teaching greatly influences student learning, and we're convinced that exceptional teachers foster exceptional learners. We are in search of a highly motivated, team-oriented educator who aligns with our mission and vision and is eager to contribute to the continual development of our program and school. Learner-centered candidates with a growth mindset and a commitment to ongoing professional development are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our school and our educational philosophy, please visit www.zis.ch.

The Position

We are looking for a talented and experienced Grade 6 teacher who can engage and inspire students through their passion and professional expertise. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Upper Primary and Lower Secondary, with a specialization in English and Humanities/Social Studies. They should be adaptable and enthusiastic about collaborating with a team of dynamic, professional educators to plan, deliver, and assess a learner-centered curriculum within a diverse international school environment.

Teachers at ZIS maintain high expectations for students, embody a mentor mindset, and are comfortable differentiating content and instruction across all courses.

Requirements

Applicants should possess a minimum of 5 years of experience teaching this age group, ideally in an international school setting. For non-Swiss/EU applicants, extensive international experience is mandatory.

• Learner-centered focus with the ability to differentiate for diverse learning needs
• Teaching license with specialization; Master’s level study preferred
• Documented record of excellence in teaching
• Experience with interdisciplinary teaching
• Commitment to collaborative planning and teaching
• Integration of technology into the curriculum
• Understanding of concept-based curriculum and instruction
• Inquiry-based pedagogical approach
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Emphasis on relationship-building with students and colleagues

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.