Introduction

The Inter-Community School Zurich is the oldest international school in the Greater Zurich Area. Proudly an IB World School, ICS is renowned for the community it has created over the past six decades. Located in the picturesque village of Zumikon, near a beautiful Nature Reserve, the school is only 10 km away from the old town of Zurich.

As a School, we are committed to creating a truly supportive learning environment in which all members of the community are challenged to achieve their individual potential, encouraged to pursue their passions, and expected to fulfil their responsibilities.

We teach, motivate, and inspire our children by promoting inclusion, encouraging cooperation, and making sure everyone feels safe and accepted

We are seeking qualified Secondary Substitute Teachers to join our community on an on-call basis for 2025-26. This role provides a valuable opportunity to contribute to student learning, collaborate with colleagues, and experience the ICS culture of excellence and care.

Specific Responsibilities

The Work of the Role: Substitute Teachers play a key role in ensuring a smooth and high-quality learning experience for our students. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join our community and begin engaging with our school and its vibrant educational environment.

Teaching & Learning

• Contribute positively to the collaborative culture of Secondary School teams.
• Support the academic and emotional well-being of students.
• Liaise with Subject Teachers, Grade Level Teams, and Coordinators to ensure programme requirements are met.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management that addresses academic, social, and emotional learning.
• Use technology effectively to enhance learning.
• Ensure continuity of teaching and learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.
• Assist with the preparation of learning materials and organization of the classroom environment.

Education, Experience & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current teaching qualification for Secondary level preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of recent and relevant Secondary School classroom experience.
• International school experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge and experience of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) or Diploma Programme (DP) preferable.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Experience teaching learners with diverse needs.
• Strong classroom management skills, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Swiss work and residence permit required.

Cultural Competencies

At ICS, all staff are expected to embody and grow in our Cultural Competencies, aligning both personally and professionally with the school’s values:

• Welcoming & inclusive – Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all.
• Humble & compassionate – Collaborate with empathy, service, and perspective.
• Resilient & adaptable – Remain solution-focused, flexible, and optimistic in a changing environment.
• Committed & responsible – Take ownership and contribute positively to the wider community.
• Systems thinker & agile – Recognize connections and adapt thinking in alignment with school direction.
• Action & impact oriented – Translate ideas into meaningful action, always with a student-centred focus.
• Team player with growth mindset – Collaborate, participate, and contribute with courage and positivity.

Terms & Conditions

• Role type: Substitute Teacher (on-call, as required).
• Reports to: Secondary School Principal.
• Contract: On-call basis, with competitive salary conditions.

Next Steps

Interested candidates should send their applications in PDF format to Careers at ICS page

Applications should include:

• A full letter of application, including a statement of personal educational philosophy
• A detailed résumé/CV
• A list of three referees (name & email address)

We look forward to receiving your application.

Jenny Kollmann, HR Talent Attraction – E-Mail schreiben.

The successful candidate will have:

Education, Experience & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current teaching qualification for Secondary level preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of recent and relevant Secondary School classroom experience.
• International school experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge and experience of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) or Diploma Programme (DP) preferable.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Experience teaching learners with diverse needs.
• Strong classroom management skills, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Swiss work and residence permit required.

Cultural Competencies

At ICS, all staff are expected to embody and grow in our Cultural Competencies, aligning both personally and professionally with the school’s values:

Welcoming & inclusive – Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all.

Humble & compassionate – Collaborate with empathy, service, and perspective.

Resilient & adaptable – Remain solution-focused, flexible, and optimistic in a changing environment.

Committed & responsible – Take ownership and contribute positively to the wider community.

Systems thinker & agile – Recognize connections and adapt thinking in alignment with school direction.

Action & impact oriented – Translate ideas into meaningful action, always with a student-centred focus.

Team player with growth mindset – Collaborate, participate, and contribute with courage and positivity.

Terms and Conditions

Terms & Conditions

• Role type: Substitute Teacher (on-call, as required).
• Reports to: Secondary School Principal.
• Contract: On-call basis, with competitive salary conditions.

Applications should be addressed to:

Next Steps

Interested candidates should send their applications in PDF format to our portal.

Applications should include:

• A full letter of application, including a statement of personal educational philosophy
• A detailed résumé/CV
• A list of three referees (name & email address)

We look forward to receiving your application!

Jenny Kollmann, HR Talent Attraction – E-Mail schreiben.

Planned start date:

2025-2026

Job ID:

Secondary Substitute Teacher for 2025-26