German Teacher / German Teacheress

About Us

Our award-winning ecologically designed campus is situated in the heart of the Rheintal, in Buchs. As a 'small and mighty' not-for-profit international day school, we offer a supportive environment in a thriving school community of 200 students and 50+ staff. We are an International Baccalaureate World School, providing a full international education in English for ages 3-19. In 2020, we were ranked 9th in Switzerland for our IBDP results and among the top 50 in Europe.

About the Role

• Your role: PYP/MYP German Teacher
• Workload: 100% Full-time Equivalent
• Start Date: 1 August 2026
• Location: International School Rheintal, Werdenbergstrasse 17, 9470 Buchs, Switzerland
• Closing Date for Applications: 22 February 2026
• Preliminary Interviews: 3-5 March 2026

Your Profile

We are seeking candidates who are highly experienced in teaching German Language Acquisition (German B) to both fluent and beginner primary-age German speakers. Native-level proficiency in German is a significant advantage. Our ideal candidates embody a professional commitment to a student-initiated, inquiry-led approach to teaching and learning, and enjoy collaborating within a diverse team.

We pride ourselves on being a supportive international school community and are looking for teachers who are eager to contribute to our dynamic environment. Our educators are empowered to learn and grow, fully supported in creating exceptional learning opportunities for our students. If you aspire to thrive in a setting where you can truly make a difference every day, ISR is the place for you!

We are seeking teachers who:

• Align with our guiding statements and values
• Possess a bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of teaching experience (with qualified teacher status or an internationally recognized equivalent)
• Have substantial experience and expertise in teaching German Language Acquisition (German B) in primary and/or middle years
• Promote a well-organized, inspiring, and inquiry-led learning environment
• Exude enthusiasm and demonstrate a positive, empathetic approach towards students, colleagues, and the wider community
• Embrace an internationally-minded perspective and commitment to the IB philosophy and approach
• Exhibit excitement about the potential of technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Show commitment to personal and professional development
• Engage with and contribute to the full life of the school

We will provide:

• An excellent salary and benefits package
• An opportunity to work in an award-winning campus located in an area of outstanding natural beauty
• A professionally stimulating and supportive local and international community environment
• The chance to influence the future design and development of our school

At ISR, we are dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive and learn. We prioritize safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, or ethnicity.

All post holders in regulated activities (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures, including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

How to Apply

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.