Music Teacher, The Inter-Community School Zurich, Switzerland

This school is based in Zurich, Switzerland and is looking for a Music Teacher.

The Inter-Community School Zurich (ICS) is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Music Teacher to join our team for a maternity cover position. Located in the picturesque village of Zumikon near Zurich, ICS is renowned for its supportive learning environment and commitment to academic excellence.

Position Summary: As a Music Teacher, you will play a crucial role in guiding our secondary school students (Grades 6-10) on their path to IB exams, university, and future career choices. You will promote learning and personal growth by building on students’ natural talents and fostering a collaborative and supportive school culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning:

• Teach IB MYP Music classes (Grades 6-10).
• Support and, if appropriate, facilitate music productions at ICS, including those serving the curriculum (e.g., Grade 11 and 12 Theatre Productions).
• Support performing arts extracurricular activities.
• Suggest developments for music-related resources and facilities.
• Use technology to enhance learning.

Assessment and Reporting:

• Ensure assessments support ongoing learning and provide timely, relevant feedback to students.
• Monitor, assess, and record each child’s progress, setting targets as needed.
• Communicate proactively with parents about their children’s learning.
• Inform tutors and the Secondary Pastoral Leadership Team about student welfare, achievement, and behavior issues.
• Record and report student progress following school procedures.
• Attend Parent Teacher Conferences to provide feedback on students’ progress, attainment, and learning targets.

Curriculum Development:

• Plan and deliver units and lessons for relevant classes.
• Teach the Personal Development Programme to your tutor class.
• Participate in the co-teaching model where appropriate.
• Ensure curriculum plans are up-to-date for the grade levels you teach.
• Construct learning activities that challenge students and demonstrate an understanding of their diverse needs.

Social and Emotional Support:

• Support the social and emotional well-being of students.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management, understanding the academic, social, and emotional dimensions of learning.
• Assist with the development of children’s personal, social, and language abilities.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment.

Collaborative Culture:

• Contribute positively to team and secondary meetings.
• Liaise with the Head of Department and IB Coordinators to meet programme requirements.
• Contribute to the field trip programme.
• Support the school’s policies and general ethos.
• Adhere to Secondary School deadlines.
• Assist with class cover for absent colleagues and the administration of exams.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities to enhance the school experience for learners.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current classroom teacher qualification to teach Music at Secondary level.
• Minimum 2 years of recent and relevant classroom experience.
• Experience in an international school environment is advantageous.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Experience teaching learners with diverse needs.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of Performing Arts pedagogy.
• Understanding of the developmental needs of children aged 12-18.
• Empathy and strong social skills.
• Documented record of excellence in teaching.
• Valid Swiss work permit or European passport.

Soft Skills:

• Adaptive
• Imaginative
• Ambitious
• Collaborative
• Student-centered
• Motivated
• Research-focused
• Confident Communicator
• Resilient
• Empathetic
• Mission-driven

Terms and Conditions: This is a one-year maternity cover position. The salary and benefits package will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate, reflecting the importance of the position.

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should apply via our website with a full letter of application addressed to Ms. Lucy M. Gowdie, Head of School. Include a statement of personal educational philosophy, a detailed resume/curriculum vitae, and a list of three referees (name & email address). The Head of School reserves the right to apply directly to the writers of open testimonials for confidential statements.