Lower School English as an Additional Language Teacher / Lower School English as an Additional Language Teacheress

ZIS Mission

At Zurich International School (ZIS), we strive to cultivate and inspire every learner's curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for their academic journey. Our objective is to ensure that they make a positive impact on their families, communities, and the world.

ZIS is a vibrant learning community comprising students, faculty, staff, and parents, dedicated to providing a nurturing environment that supports the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of our students. We deeply value diversity and the plurality of voices and are committed to equipping our students with the intellect, skills, and character needed to become caring individuals and independent, adaptable thinkers.

The Position

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced EAL teacher for upper primary, who can engage and inspire learners through their passion and professional practice. The ideal candidate will possess significant expertise in EAL and experience working with multilingual students in diverse bilingual/multilingual settings.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching EAL, preferably in an international school setting. For non-Swiss/EU applicants, extensive international experience is required.
• A learner-centered approach with the ability to differentiate for diverse learning needs.
• A valid teaching license that includes EAL, and/or a literacy specialization, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's degree.
• A strong understanding of and experience with translanguaging strategies.
• C2 level proficiency in English, with excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
• Experience utilizing diagnostic language assessments and data to inform teaching practices.
• Proficiency in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and differentiated instruction to meet varied needs.
• Ability to foster a classroom climate that promotes a sense of belonging.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.
• A collaborative and inclusive team-oriented disposition.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.