IB Theatre Teacher & Department Coordinator

About the job

About ICS

At the Inter-Community School Zurich (ICS), we are more than a school – we are a community where everyone feels welcome.

We believe in creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive, grow, and achieve their full potential.

Your Role

We are seeking an experienced IB MYP Drama and IB DP Theatre Teacher, who will also serve as the school’s Performing Arts Department Coordinator.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in theatre education, strong artistic leadership, and the ability to enhance the performing arts culture across ICS.

The role is ideal for a teacher who values collaboration, student-led creativity, and cross-disciplinary opportunities.

What makes you our ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree and teaching qualification in Drama/Theatre/Performing Arts.
• More than 5 years experience teaching IB DP Theatre and MYP Drama.
• Strong artistic and organisational leadership in school productions.
• Confidence with technical theatre (sound, lighting, staging).
• Experience in international or IB schools preferred.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to ICS values.
• Ability to inspire students and cultivate a creative, safe, inclusive learning environment.

What we offer you: terms & benefits

● Flight and relocation allowance for international hires.

● Tailored support to find housing.

● 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.

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.

Next Steps

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, HR Talent Attraction E-Mail schreiben .

We look forward to receiving your application!