Director of Teaching and Learning: Curriculum - August 2025

 

Zurich International School (ZIS) is a learning community of students, faculty, staff, and parents. At ZIS, educational excellence commits us to Learn, Care, Challenge, Lead. We provide a caring environment for the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of our students. We value diversity and plurality of voices, and are committed to ensuring our students develop the intellect, skills and character to become caring individuals and adaptable and independent thinkers.

 

The most significant impact on student learning is the quality of the teaching they experience - great teachers develop great learners. We are looking for a highly motivated, team-oriented, educator who is aligned with our mission and vision, and is eager to contribute to the ongoing development of our programme. Learner-centered candidates with a growth mindset and a commitment to ongoing professional growth, are encouraged to apply. For more information about our school and our philosophy visit: www.zis.ch

 

The Position:

The Director of Teaching and Learning: Curriculum oversees the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the school’s curriculum (written, taught, and assessed)  across all divisions. They ensure that curriculum development aligns with the school’s mission, vision, and strategic goals while adhering to internationally recognized standards and best practices. The Director of Teaching and Learning: Curriculum works in close partnership with other key leadership roles as per the organizational chart.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Curriculum Leadership:
• Develop and maintain a cohesive and coherent curriculum framework.
• Lead curriculum reviews and updates to ensure alignment with international standards and the needs of all learners.
• Ensuring that the curriculum and teaching practices are inclusive and reflective of diverse cultures and perspectives. This requires a commitment to equity and social justice in education.
2. Professional Development:
• Plan and implement ongoing professional learning opportunities for faculty related to curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment.
• Mentor and support instructional leaders in curriculum development and delivery.
3. Collaboration and Integration:
• Collaborate with divisional leadership and other colleagues to ensure horizontal and vertical alignment of the curriculum.
• Work with school leadership to integrate the curriculum into broader school programs and initiatives.
4. Innovation and Research:
• Stay informed about trends and research in education to drive innovation in curriculum design and instruction.
• Pilot and evaluate new teaching strategies and resources.
5. Student Outcomes:
• Monitor and analyze student performance data to inform curriculum decisions.
• Ensure the curriculum supports the development of key competencies, including critical thinking, creativity, and intercultural understanding.

 

Desired qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum leadership and development.
• Strong understanding of language acquisition, multilingualism, and culturally responsive teaching.

 

The Ideal Candidate is:

• a visionary and strategic thinker with a commitment to academic excellence.
• passionate about multilingual education and its role in promoting inclusivity and diversity.
• collaborative, solution-oriented, and adaptable to the dynamic needs of the school.
• a clear and effective communicator
• has strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• is able to successfully lead, inspire and work with a diverse team of experienced and high caliber  professionals

 

Please apply to ZIS directly using our online system through the employment page of our school website https://www.zis.ch/employment