Icelandic Teacher

About the job

Icelandic Teacher

Founded in 1924, the International School of Geneva (Ecolint) welcomes 4,500 students aged 3 to 18 years representing more than 130 nationalities. Our 1,250 staff members from around the world are spread across our three campuses (La Grande Boissière and the Nations Campus in Geneva, La Châtaigneraie in the canton of Vaud).

Within our 7 schools, our students benefit from international education and very high-quality bilingual support.

To fulfil our mission of "Educating students to be citizens of the world with the courage and ability to create together a just and joyful tomorrow", every staff member can rely on our hundred years of experience, our constant willingness to innovate, as well as our strong humanitarian values. Thanks to our Ecolint Institute, we are committed to offering excellent training opportunities to our staff.

La Châtaigneraie, located in a magnificent setting overlooking Lake Geneva and the Alps, is a dynamic campus hosting around 1,600 students from primary to secondary levels. Our Modern Languages Programme offers specialised courses designed to promote cultural diversity, interaction with others, and a love of lifelong learning, while supporting and celebrating our diverse student population.

La Châtaigneraie

ICELANDIC TEACHER

La Châtaigneraie Campus – World Languages Programme (WLP)

Inspire our students through the beauty and structure of the Icelandic language within our dynamic World Languages Programme.

In brief:

• Campus: La Châtaigneraie – Founex, Vaud
• Department: WLP
• Line manager: WLP Coordinator
• Contract: Part-time (1 period per week)
• Start date: 1 September 2026
• Application deadline: 29 June 2026
• Reference: 500 037

Why this role is important

Languages are a powerful tool to develop multilingual thinking, autonomy, and the ability to interact with the world. As an Icelandic teacher for the Modern Languages Programme (WLP), you will be a passionate and dynamic educator, able to inspire students through a variety of creative teaching styles. Your role is to ensure that every student, whether learning Icelandic as a foreign or native language, develops the forward-looking global skills that define Ecolint’s mission: creating together a just and joyful future.

Your role and responsibilities:

• Teach Icelandic as a foreign or native language at all levels of the WLP programme.
• Attend regular department meetings.
• Regularly assess students’ progress, record it, and report to parents.
• Ensure follow-up and progression of the programme for all students.

Profile sought:

You will thrive in this role if you have:

• Strong experience in teaching Icelandic.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Icelandic.
• Previous experience in an international school is highly desirable.
• The ability to work in French and English to communicate effectively within our diverse school community.
• Excellent classroom management, strong organisational skills, and good communication abilities with colleagues and parents.

Your personal qualities:

• Ability to manage resources effectively to support teaching and learning.
• Enthusiastic, passionate, and dynamic spirit with the ability to adapt to a variety of creative teaching styles.

How to apply?

Candidates are requested to apply online via our recruitment platform, including:

• An up-to-date CV
• A cover letter
• Contact details of three referees (including your current or most recent employer).

Applications should be addressed to Ms Florence Guilbaud, WLP Coordinator, International School of Geneva, La Châtaigneraie campus, before 29 June 2026, quoting reference number 500 037.

Note

The International School of Geneva values and encourages diversity within its staff. Therefore, we welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences. The School is very committed to protecting and promoting the well-being of children. For any selected application, rigorous checks of good conduct and child protection appropriate to the role will be carried out. These checks include prior verifications with former employers and authorities.