Primary Years Teacher / Primary Years Teacheress

About Us

We have recently relocated to our award-winning, ecologically designed campus located in the heart of Rheintal, Buchs. As a 'small and mighty' not-for-profit international school, we provide a supportive environment within a thriving community of 200 students and over 50 staff members. We are an International Baccalaureate World School, offering a full international education in English for ages 3-19. In 2020, we ranked 9th in Switzerland for our IBDP results and secured a position in the top 50 across Europe.

In response to our ongoing growth, the International School Rheintal is looking for a dedicated and impactful Primary Years Programme (PYP) teacher. Our community-focused IB international school is situated in a stunning region of Switzerland within a newly constructed, award-winning campus. We highly value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups in international education, as well as families with children.

The successful candidate will join our diverse team of experienced international school teachers, serving students aged 3-19. We seek practitioners who possess a fun, rigorous, and inclusive approach to teaching and learning within the primary years. You will have a strong background in language teaching, catering to both English home language speakers and English language learners, alongside a commitment to an inquiry-led approach that brings learning to life both inside and outside the classroom.

Your Role

• Position: Primary Years Teacher
• Workload: 100% Full-Time Equivalent
• Start Date: 1 August 2026
• Location: International School Rheintal, Werdenbergstrasse 17, 9470 Buchs, Switzerland
• Closing Date for Applications: Tuesday, 13th of January 2026
• Preliminary Interviews: Wednesday, 21st of January 2026

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

Your Profile

We require candidates to bring a rigorous and inclusive approach to teaching and learning within the primary years. Ideal applicants will have significant experience in language teaching and a commitment to inquiry-led methodologies that enliven educational experiences.

We are seeking teachers who:

• Are qualified primary years teachers with a minimum of three years of teaching experience and, at minimum, a bachelor's degree
• Have significant expertise in teaching within the primary phase
• Are willing to go the extra mile to design, deliver, and engage students with impactful learning experiences
• Promote a well-organized, inspiring, and inquiry-led learning environment
• Exhibit enthusiasm and demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and inclusive approach to students, colleagues, and the wider community
• Are internationally-minded and aligned with the IB philosophy and approach
• Are confident in integrating technology into teaching and learning to enhance student outcomes
• Are committed to continuous improvement
• Engage with and contribute to the full life of the school

We will provide:

• An excellent salary and benefits package
• An opportunity to live and work in an area of outstanding natural beauty
• A professionally stimulating and supportive local and international community environment
• The chance to work in an award-winning campus and have a direct impact on the future development of our school

At ISR, we are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We prioritize safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils, regardless of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures, including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.