Social Educator / Early Childhood Educator for Childcare (80-100%)

03 February 2026
80 – 100%
Permanent position
Zürich

Job summary

Join the Rietberg Montessori School as a childcare professional! Be part of an inspiring team focused on child development.

Tasks

Support children in after-school care and activities.
Assist in organizing and conducting holiday programs.
Collaborate with teachers to implement social education concepts.

Skills

Completed training in childhood or social pedagogy with experience.
Strong communication skills and empathy are essential.
Ability to work independently and in a team.

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About the job

Education is being a role model and nothing but love!

Dr. Maria Montessori

Monday, February 2, 2026

Social Educator / Early Childhood Educator for Childcare (80-100%)

The Rietberg Montessori School, a private full-day school, is looking for a qualified childcare professional starting from 01.03.2026 or by arrangement, who can work both in childcare and in social pedagogical areas. This combined position offers an exciting and varied role in an innovative, child-oriented environment.

Your tasks:

Responsibility for caring for children in the extracurricular area
Co-responsibility for organizing and conducting holiday care programs
Accompanying children to specialized classes and supporting them in everyday life
Assisting in planning and carrying out special events such as school theater
Supporting teachers in implementing social pedagogical concepts in the children’s daily routine
Promoting children’s social skills through targeted programs and group work
Close collaboration with other educational professionals and social educators
Various household tasks
Close collaboration with other educational professionals and social educators

We expect from you:

Completed HF training in early childhood education or social pedagogy or a FaBe Kind training with at least 2 to 4 years of professional experience with children aged 3 and above
Empathy, strong communication skills, and a solution-oriented working style
Ability to work in a team and independently
High motivation and willingness to learn
Solution-oriented attitude in daily work
Knowledge in crisis intervention and prevention work is an advantage and appreciated
Interest and willingness to contribute to a changing school-based childcare
Good German skills in speaking and writing as well as interest in intercultural communication
Resilience and high flexibility in collaboration
Strong empathy and helpfulness

We offer you:

A committed, warm, and professional team working together to create an inspiring learning environment
Lots of creative freedom in planning and implementing projects and activities
Varied and challenging tasks in an innovative, child-oriented environment
Professional and personal development through continuous guidance and support
A collegial and supportive team
A modern working environment with excellent working conditions
Good accessibility by public transport

Have we sparked your interest? If you have a heart for children and want to seize the opportunity to work in a motivated team, we look forward to receiving your complete application!

Please send your complete application dossier with photo as well as copies of diplomas and certificates to: betreuungleitung@rietberg-montessori.ch

We look forward to meeting you.

Contact:

Rietberg Montessori School

Ms. Laura Quirino, Head of Daycare

Seestrasse 119/121

8002 Zurich

Tel.: 044 205 50 60

www.rietberg-montessori.ch

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