About ICS

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.

Your Role

We are seeking a Visual Arts Teacher (50%) to join our Secondary School from August 2026.

This role focuses primarily on Middle School (Grades 6–10, IB MYP) and is ideal for a creative and collaborative educator who is passionate about fostering artistic expression and inquiry-based learning in adolescents.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, the role includes flexible, ad hoc contributions to support the Visual Arts programme and wider Secondary School activities as needed.

This position is open to locally based candidates with a valid Swiss work permit.

What makes you our ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree and a recognised teaching qualification in Visual Arts (Secondary level).
• Experience teaching IB MYP or strong familiarity with inquiry-based learning approaches.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ recent Secondary School teaching experience.
• Ability to teach a range of visual arts practices, including digital and/or lens-based media.
• Strong classroom management skills and understanding of adolescent development (ages 11–16).
• Excellent communication skills in English; German is an advantage.
• Collaborative, organised, and proactive, with a student-centred mindset.
• Confident in using technology to support learning and creativity.
• Valid Swiss work permit or eligibility to work in Switzerland is required.

Our Values

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.

What we offer you: terms & benefits

● A 50% contract from August 2026 to June 2027, with renewal or expansion possibility after this.

● Attractive pension contributions and social benefits.

● A supportive, international, and open-minded working environment.

● Opportunities for training and a dedicated professional development allowance.

● A meaningful role contributing directly to the success of students and our community.

If this opportunity resonates with you, please submit your application in PDF (cover letter, CV, and references) through our career portal or to: Jenny Kollmann, Recruitment Specialist E-Mail schreiben.

We look forward to receiving your application!