Secondary EAL Teacher / Secondary EAL Teacheress

Secondary English as an Additional Language Teacher for August 2026

Zurich International School (ZIS) is a vibrant learning community comprised of students, faculty, staff, and parents. At ZIS, we are dedicated to educational excellence, guided by our core values of Learn, Care, Challenge, and Lead. We provide a nurturing environment that supports the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of our students. We embrace diversity and the plurality of voices, ensuring that our students cultivate the intellect, skills, and character necessary to become caring individuals and independent, adaptable thinkers.

The quality of teaching significantly impacts student learning; exceptional teachers foster great learners. We are seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented educator who aligns with our mission and vision and is eager to contribute to the continuous development of our programs and school. We encourage learner-centered candidates who possess a growth mindset and a commitment to ongoing professional development to apply. For more information about our school and our philosophy, please visit: www.zis.ch.

The Position

We are on the lookout for a highly skilled and experienced EAL teacher for our Secondary School, someone who engages and inspires learners through their passion and professional practice. The ideal candidate will possess significant EAL expertise and have experience working with multilingual learners in diverse bilingual/multilingual settings. An EAL teacher at ZIS will hold high expectations for learners while providing substantial support.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience teaching EAL, preferably in an international school context.
• For non-Swiss/EU applicants, extensive international experience is required.
• A learner-centered focus, capable of differentiating for diverse learning needs.
• A teaching license, including EAL specialism; a Master’s level study is preferred.
• A documented record of excellence in teaching.
• Understanding of and experience using translanguaging strategies.
• C2 level proficiency in English with exceptional writing and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
• Experience using diagnostic language assessments and data to inform teaching practices.
• Understanding of inquiry and concept-based curriculum and instruction approaches.
• A strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
• A collaborative, inclusive, team-oriented disposition.

Please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Thank you for your understanding.