Catechist

03 February 2026
100%
Permanent position
Küsnacht

Job summary

Join the Reformierte Kirche Küsnacht, a community-focused church. This role offers a dynamic work environment and meaningful benefits.

Tasks

Teach church lessons for grades 2-5, engaging students weekly.
Plan and participate in services and church events.
Communicate with parents and staff while handling administrative tasks.

Skills

Background in religious education or willingness to learn.
Ability to inspire children about church topics.
Creative, reliable team player with enthusiasm for church life.

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About the job

Church community / Institution

Reformed Church Küsnacht

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Workload

30–50%

Start date

immediately or by arrangement

The Church of Küsnacht invests in family development so that the church grows "from an early age." There are many voluntary offerings for children and families, and of course, the Sunday school plays a major role! Therefore, we are looking for you, an enthusiastic, proactive catechist, to strengthen our committed team!

Your main tasks:

Providing church instruction according to the concept of the regional church (RPG) in grades 2 to 5 (weekly lessons with lunch (Monday and Tuesday noon) and/or block lessons on Wednesday afternoon, Friday evening, Saturday morning)
Designing and participating in church services/events
Communication/contact with parents, pastors, and administration
Administrative tasks
Participation in the parish convention, commission meetings, and further training

Your profile:

Training in religious education, catechetics, or willingness to complete this alongside your job
Ability to inspire children and youth about church topics
Team player, reliable, and creative
Joy and interest in church life

We offer you:

Varied, diverse, and creative activity
Committed colleagues
Careful introduction to your tasks
Employment according to the guidelines of the Reformed Regional Church of the Canton of Zurich