Classroom Assistant EY-G1

General Description

The position is a full‑time assistant teaching role from 1 August 2024. The Primary School EY - Grade 1 Assistant Teacher works alongside and under the guidance of the Classroom Teacher. Candidates are expected to have a high level of self‑management skills and the role requires flexibility and the ability to be responsive to children. A proactive disposition is essential for this supportive role.

Ideal candidates will have experience working with young children and have knowledge and understanding of child development. Fluent German is desired. In addition, all teachers and assistant teachers participate in our after‑school activities and/or the sports programme and are to attend after‑school staff meetings as required.

• Ensure student safety and well‑being is central
• Engage reflectively in your ongoing growth and improvement
• Establish positive, collaborative relationships with colleagues, students, and parents
• Contribute to the development of the school through engaging in mission‑aligned projects
• Commit to expanding options for students through offering an after‑school activity or coaching

• Regularly plan and work collaboratively with the class teacher to ensure that all children are appropriately supported in the classroom
• Be actively involved in all moments of the children’s day including supporting transitions, specialist subjects, outdoor learning and lunchtimes
• Use a range of technology and software to document and personalise learning experiences
• Be cognizant of the diversity of student profiles (e.g., cultural heritage, linguistic profiles, learning strengths) when interacting with students

• Cultivate a relational environment where students feel safe and motivated to stretch themselves
• Amplify and model positive learning behaviours, holding students accountable to excellent and ethical behaviour and work
• Use a variety of different teaching strategies and resources to cater to a variety of learning situations and styles
• Where appropriate, empower students to feel responsible and to take action
• Involve students actively in their learning

• Under the guidance of the class teacher, use a range and balance of strategies for assessing and recording student progress

• Swiss/EU/EFTA passport holders and Swiss permit holders

Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and is very competitive globally.

• Paid insurance benefits (accident insurance + long‑term sickness)
• Generous pension fund contributions
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition discount
• Social events
• A modern, dynamic and collaborative work environment

• Guiding Statements
• Learning Principles
• Inclusion Policy
• ISZL Teacher Candidate Profile
• Visit the Employment section of ISZL’s website for more information

ISZL is an equal‑opportunity employer. As such, ISZL agrees to support, respect, and seek inclusion with regard to the safety and care of all community members, including potential members looking to join our school. This includes but is not limited to: age; disabilities; ethnicity; gender; gender expression; gender identity; health needs; languages spoken; marital status; mental health; national origin; political affiliation;

race; religion; sex; sexual orientation, and any additional characteristic protected under Swiss law.

ISZL endeavours to understand and protect the civil and human rights of all individuals, striving to maintain a high level of multicultural awareness and knowledge about all applicable laws and statutes related to non‑discrimination and inclusion.

ISZL is committed to the use of the International Task Force on Child Protection screening and assessment practices for schools for all hiring processes. ISZL takes very seriously its responsibility for safeguarding our students against abuse and neglect. All staff and other adults associated with ISZL are expected to share this commitment and to immediately report any concerns regarding a student’s safety or well‑being.