Primary Learning Support Coordinator 2026-2027, m/w/d

Vacancy details

Reference

2025-204  

Introduction

About ICS
At the Inter-Community School Zurich (ICS), we are more than a school – we are a community where everyone feels welcome.
For over six decades, ICS has been proud to provide first-class education as Switzerland’s oldest international school and a leading IB World School.
Located just 10 km from Zurich’s old town, in the scenic village of Zumikon, we are surrounded by nature while being close to the heart of the city.
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 Coordinator  to lead the Primary Learning Support team and ensure high-quality inclusive practices for the next school year 2026-2027. 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.

Specific Responsibilities

What you will do

  • Lead and coordinate the 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.
  • Lead team meetings, manage LS resources and budget, and contribute to school-wide inclusion.

The successful candidate will have:

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
  • Experience leading a team, mentoring colleagues, and facilitating professional learning
  • A minimum of 3–5 years’ successful teaching experience, in IB PYP settings, is a must.
  • 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 is an advantage.

Terms and Conditions

Our Values

At ICS we are Humble, Welcoming, Committed, Resilient. We work as agile, growth-minded teams who turn ideas into meaningful impact with students at the centre.


What we offer you: terms & benefits

● Flight and relocation allowance for international hires.

● Tailored support to find housing.

● 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.

● Full time unlimited contract, starting on 1 August 2026

Applications should be addressed to:

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.

Planned start date:

01/08/2026

Job ID:

Primary Learning Support Coordinator 2026-2027, m/w/d