About ICS
At the Inter-Community School Zurich (ICS), we are more than a school – we are a community where everyone feels welcome.

We believe in creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive, grow, and achieve their full potential.

Your Role
We are seeking an experienced, student-centred Primary School Learning Support Teacher in Primary Learning Support team and ensure high-quality inclusive practices, from January 2026 till June 2026.
This position also includes a teaching load for a caseload of students. 
This position requires a reflective practitioner and strong collaborator who can support teachers, mentor colleagues, work closely with families, and guide decision-making for students with diverse needs.

What you will do

-Teach Primary Learning Support (LS) programme.
-Provide direct support to a caseload of students through co-teaching, interventions and individualised planning.
-Oversee the development, monitoring, and review of Individual Learning Plans.
-Support teachers with differentiation, inclusive practices, and co-planning.
-Review admissions documentation related to learning needs and advise on placement and support requirements.
-Conduct screenings or assessments when required for incoming or current students.
-Collaborate closely with homeroom teachers, EAL, counsellors, parents, and external specialists.
-Contribute to transition processes within Primary and to Secondary School.
-Contribute to school-wide inclusion.

What makes you our ideal Candidate

-A recognised teaching qualification and a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or a related field
-Specialisation or significant experience in Learning Support, Special Education, or Inclusive Education
-A minimum of 3–5 years’ successful teaching experience, preferably in IB PYP settings.
-Proven experience supporting students with a wide range of learning profiles, including dyslexia, ADHD, ASD, EAL combinations, and gifted & talented learners
-Strong skills in differentiation, co-teaching, and designing individualised learning plans
-Experience reviewing educational assessments, progress data, or admissions documentation to determine support needs
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, families, and external specialists
-Strong organisational abilities, including managing documentation, timetables, and support plans with accuracy and confidentiality
-Fluency in English (C1/C2 level) and additional language skills (particularly German) as an asset in our multilingual community
-A reflective, adaptive, and empathetic approach, aligned with inclusive, internationally minded education
-Valid Swiss work permit or eligibility to work in Switzerland

What we offer you: terms & benefits

● Attractive pension contributions and social benefits.

● A supportive, international, and open-minded working environment.

● Opportunities for training and a dedicated professional development allowance.

● A meaningful role contributing directly to the success of students and our community.

● Fixed term contract from January to June 2026, with possibilities of renewal.

Next Steps

If this opportunity resonates with you, please submit your application in PDF (cover letter, CV, and references) to: through our career portal to: Jenny Kollmann, HR Talent Attraction.