(Cover) High School Teacher of Spanish -part-time

Our Mission
We are a community of learners determined to make the world - or our corner of it- a better, kinder place. We reflect our values in everything we do so that we make the most of opportunities and challenges in a spirit of enthusiastic inquiry.

Our Vision
We help every student turn learning into action, creating opportunities for students to stretch themselves further and achieve more than they believe possible.

In collaboration with their colleagues, teachers are responsible for planning and implementing an appropriate, school-aligned instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfil their academic and personal potential. 

The cover teacher may also take a Homeroom (registration/personal social education)

Teachers are expected to meet (or commit to a growth plan to fulfil) the community expectations of ISZL’s educator competency domains. 

This is a part-time role (40-50%) running from at least end of October until the end of December 2026. 

The HS Teacher of Spanish is expected to:

• Teach primarily Spanish Acquisition courses in the High School (from Grade 9 MYP) 
• Demonstrate a commitment to student centred and inquiry driven pedagogy.
• Involve students in planning for their own learning through appropriate and regular assessment;
• Plan and implement significant units of work within a framework of continuity and progression;
• Using a variety of different teaching strategies and resources to cater for a variety of different learning situations, abilities, and styles. 
• Offering regular, written, formative feedback on student progress.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the school through performing regular duties and being familiar with school policies.

Working with ISZL Colleagues

• Participate in departmental, divisional and schoolwide meetings as appropriate.
• Engage with colleagues to deepen practice and learn from each other through regular meetings, lesson observations and professional development opportunities.

Working with ISZL Parents and External Community

• Keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.
• Display student work to showcase their learning and accomplishments.
• Present occasionally at parent evenings.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Please refer to ISZL’s Candidate Profile
• The candidate should hold a recognised teaching qualification or certification
• Candidates must have a Swiss or EU passport/valid Swiss work permit (or be approved for a Swiss work visa).

Compensation

Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and is very competitive globally.

What we offer

• Paid insurance benefits (accident insurance + long-term sickness)
• Generous pension fund contributions
• Social events
• A modern, dynamic and collaborative work environment

Key ISZL Reference Documents

• Guiding Statements
• Professional Standards
• Teaching Standards
• Learning Principles
• Inclusion Policy
• Visit the Employment section of ISZL’s website for more information

ISZL is an equal opportunity employer

As such, ISZL agrees to support, respect, and seek inclusion with regard to the safety and care of all community members, including potential members looking to join our school. This includes but is not limited to: age; disabilities; ethnicity; gender; gender expression; gender identity; health needs; languages spoken; marital status; mental health; national origin; political affiliation; race; religion; sex; sexual orientation, and any additional characteristic protected under Swiss law.

ISZL endeavours to understand and protect the civil and human rights of all individuals, striving to maintain a high level of multicultural awareness and knowledge about all applicable laws and statutes related to non-discrimination and inclusion.

Child Protection

ISZL is committed to the use of the International Task Force on Child Protection screening and assessment practices for schools for all hiring processes. ISZL takes very seriously its responsibility for safeguarding our students against abuse and neglect. All staff and other adults associated with ISZL are expected to share this commitment and to immediately report any concerns regarding a student’s safety or wellbeing.