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At the Inter-Community School Zurich (ICS), we are more than a school – we are a community where everyone feels welcome., For over six decades, ICS has been proud to provide first-class education as Switzerland’s oldest international school and a leading IB World School., Located just 10 km from Zurich’s old town, in the scenic village of Zumikon, we are surrounded by nature while being close to the heart of the city., We believe in creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive, grow, and achieve their full potential

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic MYP Physical & Health Education (PHE) Teacher with MYP English Language & Literature to join our Middle School team from August 2026

This position is primarily a PHE teaching role, complemented by some periods of MYP English Language & Literature. You will support students aged 11–16 in developing physical wellbeing, communication, critical thinking and personal identity, reflecting the IB philosophy that learning is holistic and connects movement, language and personal growth

Design and teach inquiry-based PHE units aligned with the IB MYP framework, -Deliver a broad and balanced programme including team sports, fitness, movement, dance and games, -Integrate health education including fitness, nutrition, anatomy, physiology and wellbeing, -Assess student learning through practical, written and inquiry-based tasks using MYP criteria, -Maintain a safe, inclusive and motivating learning environment

Plan and teach MYP units aligned with IB requirements, -Develop students’ reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical analysis skills, -Teach a range of literary and non-literary texts from diverse cultures, -Prepare students for progression to DP Language A, -Assess and report using MYP Language & Literature criteria (A–D)

Act as a homeroom / advisory teacher, -Contribute to student wellbeing and pastoral care, -Support MYP Personal Projects (Grade 10), -Lead or support extracurricular activities, particularly in sport, fitness

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Physical Education, English, Education or a related field, -Recognised teaching qualification, -Strong experience in Physical & Health Education, -Ability to teach some MYP English Language & Literature classes, -IB MYP experience preferred, -Valid First Aid qualification, -Strong classroom and behaviour management skills, -Experience with inclusive and differentiated teaching, -Excellent English communication skills; German an asset, -Collaborative, organised and student-centred

Competitive salary and benefits, -Attractive pension contributions and social security coverage, -A supportive, international and collaborative working environment, -Professional development opportunities, -A meaningful role contributing directly to student learning and wellbeing

At ICS we are Humble, Welcoming, Committed, Resilient. We work as agile, growth-minded teams who turn ideas into meaningful impact with students at the centre

If this opportunity resonates with you, please submit your application in PDF (cover letter, CV, and references) to our career portal, or to: Jenny Kollmann, our Recruiter

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