Upper Primary Homeroom Teacher 100%

The Zurich International School; Wädenswil; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Zurich International School invites applications for an Upper Primary Homeroom Teacher to inspire curiosity, foster relational learning, and support multilingual learners. The role emphasizes project-based learning, interdisciplinary units, and authentic assessments within a global citizenship framework.

Join a community focused on nurturing social-emotional growth, strong parent partnerships, and inclusive classroom cultures, with a 100% workload and a start date of 01.08.2027.

Qualifications

• Experience in upper primary learning environments using project-based learning.
• Strong understanding of upper primary child development and social-emotional growth.
• Proven ability to partner with parents regarding student progress and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Nurture a welcoming environment where upper primary learners feel known and valued.
• Turn natural curiosity into meaningful growth through project-based learning and authentic assessments.
• Support multilingual students and foster intercultural understanding in line with global citizenship.
• Build safe, welcoming daily routines that promote wellbeing, student agency, and clear expectations.

Skills

PBL

Interdisciplinary

Authentic assessments

Relational learning

SEL

EAL support

Parent partnerships

Inclusive classroom

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Upper Primary Homeroom Teacher 100%

The Zurich International School Vacant since : 15.10.2026 Number of jobs : 1 8820 Wädenswil (ZH) 100% From 01.08.2027 Permanent

Mission & Purpose:

At ZIS, we surface and inspire each learner's curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for their learning so that they positively impact their family, community, and the world.

We are seeking an Upper Primary Homeroom Teacher to inspire curiosity, relational learning, academic growth, and transferable competencies.

Key Responsibilities:

Nurture a welcoming environment where upper primary learners feel known, valued, and empowered to explore complex concepts.Turn natural student curiosity into meaningful growth through project-based learning (PBL), interdisciplinary approaches, and authentic assessments.Support multilingual students and foster intercultural understanding in line with our commitment to global citizenship.Build safe, welcoming daily studio and classroom routines that promote emotional wellbeing, student agency, and clear expectations.

Skills & Qualifications:Demonstrated expertise in upper primary learning environments (project-based learning, interdisciplinary units, authentic assessments).Deep understanding of upper primary child development, relational learning, and social-emotional growth (SEL).Proven ability to establish strong, transparent partnerships with parents regarding student progress and wellbeing.Skilled at supporting non-native English speakers (EAL/multilingualism) and celebrating linguistic diversity.Relational practitioner focused on inclusive, safe classroom cultures.Flexible, adaptive, and collaborative approach to everyday classroom leadership.

The Zurich International SchoolSteinacherstrasse 1408820 Wädenswil

• Work location 8820 Wädenswil (ZH)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start 01.08.2027
• Employment duration Permanent

• Qualification skilled
• Work experience More than 3 years
• Education Bachelor's degree from a university of applied sciences or equivalent

• English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge

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