Pädagogische Hochschule Zürich
Zürich
14 hours ago
Practical Training Leader: Primary Level Cooperation School Dübendorf 20%
- 09 March 2026
- 20%
- Permanent position
- Zürich
Job summary
Join PH Zürich in shaping future education and research. Enjoy a collaborative work environment with great benefits.
Tasks
- Lead a team of practice teachers at the cooperation school.
- Manage and organize practical placements and budget.
- Facilitate communication between the cooperation school and PH Zürich.
Skills
- Must be employed as a teacher/principal in Dübendorf.
- Strong organizational and networking skills essential.
- Excellent communication skills, especially in conflicts.
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About the job
as of August 1, 2026
PH Zurich actively shapes education, school, and teaching of today and tomorrow in teaching and research. The Primary Level Department is responsible for the training of primary school teachers. It currently offers three bachelor's degree programs as well as subject and level extensions that provide fundamental competencies for teaching at the primary level.
Practical training is a core element of the studies for prospective teachers. From the first weeks of study, students gain insights into the professional everyday life at public schools in the canton of Zurich and gradually take on more responsibility in designing lessons throughout their studies. PH Zurich and the school field pursue a common goal. They train teachers who perform well in the complex system "school." Further information about the Cooperation School 2.0 model can be found here .
This is what you will do.
- Lateral leadership of a team of practical instructors at the cooperation school including quality development and assurance
- Acquisition, organization, and administration of practical training places as well as budget management
- Communication and coordination between the cooperation school and PH Zurich
- Building and maintaining a network with university representatives, school management, school authorities, and practical instructors at your own cooperation school
- Co-design of practical training at the cooperation school (exchange, further training, quality assurance) as an expert for school practice, together with mentors
- Participation in and organization of events at the cooperation school and at PH Zurich
This is what you bring.
- Employment as a teacher/school principal in Dübendorf mandatory
- Several years of experience as a teacher at the target level and as a practical instructor
- Strong anchoring and networking within the staff at the schools belonging to the cooperation school
- Good organizational skills
- Flexible and constructive handling of various role expectations
- High resilience, flexibility, and enthusiasm for innovation
- Willingness and ability to communicate, especially proficiency in conducting conversations even in conflict situations
- Willingness to further qualify for this role
This will inspire you.
The PH Zurich offers you good employment conditions and attractive further training opportunities. What defines us can be found here .
Your next step.
Please submit your complete application dossier by March 16, 2026 exclusively via our online application platform. We prefer direct applications and ask for your understanding that we do not consider personnel agencies or email applications.
Please submit your complete application dossier by March 16, 2026 exclusively via our online application platform. We prefer direct applications and ask for your understanding that we do not consider personnel agencies or email applications.
Questions about the position.
Silke Hauri
Department Head
Tel.: +41 43 305 57 40
Email: silke.hauri@phzh.ch
Silke Hauri
Department Head
Tel.: +41 43 305 57 40
Email: silke.hauri@phzh.ch
