Teacher for the School Preparation of Refugees in Zurich (Start: approx. from March 2026)

05 January 2026
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Permanent position
Zürich

Job summary

We offer a teaching position for an entire school year in Zurich. This role provides a great opportunity to support young refugees in their education.

Tasks

You will teach subjects like German, Math, and general education.
Guide students aged 16-25 and prepare them for secondary education.
Promote learning strategies and computer skills.

Skills

Candidates should have primary or secondary teaching qualifications.
Experience in competency-oriented teaching methods is essential.
Strong social skills and the ability to engage with diverse learners.

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About the job

We offer a teaching assignment for a full school year in the subjects German, Mathematics, and General Education.

Start: approx. from March 2026, by arrangement

Course location: Zurich

Course times: Monday to Friday, 08:50 AM - 12:30 PM

Lessons: approx. 760 lessons of 45 minutes each

Course description:

You will train and support young refugees (16-25 years old) during a school year and prepare them for the regular structures of secondary level II.
You will teach the subjects German, Mathematics, General Education, and impart PC skills.
You promote and teach learning strategies and techniques.

Number of participants: max. 16 persons

Requirements for the teacher:

Training as a teacher at primary or secondary level I/II or equivalent qualification
Additional qualification in the area of German as a second language (DaZ) (fide, EUROLTA or equivalent)
Knowledge and experience in competence-oriented and adult-appropriate didactics
You are familiar with labor market and career preparation
You have experience teaching the target group
You are a assertive personality with high social competence

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents (CV, motivation letter, diplomas, certificates, references, as well as a valid residence and work permit in Switzerland for foreigners) via the registration button below.