Intern Teacher of Physical Education and Boarding Houseparent
The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz is an international boarding school with a history stretching back over 120 years, located near St. Moritz in the heart of the scenic Engadin valley (Switzerland). 220 boarders from around the world and 110 local day students study at our school for the Swiss Matura, the iGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP). The school philosophy is founded on respect for tradition combined with innovative thinking and emphasizes values such as respect, openness, responsibility, engagement, inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, and balance.
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and caring person (female/male) to join as a
Intern Teacher of Physical Education and Boarding Houseparent
Workload: 100% – includes evening and weekend work, as required.
Start date: 1 August 2025
The position will suit candidates who are interested in teaching and enjoy the challenge of working with bright and inquisitive international students, aged 13 – 19 (grades 7 to 12).
Responsibilities
- Lead in coaching key sports such as football, volleyball, and basketball, preparing students for regional and national competitions while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Assist the organization and either supervise or coach students during the school’s wide range of winter sports, such as skiing (cross-country, alpine, and freestyle) and ice hockey, offering students high-level training and competitive opportunities.
- Co-teach and supervise sports lessons and training sessions in the international section, helping students build technical skills, fitness, and confidence in a variety of athletic disciplines.
- Play an active role in organizing and leading school-wide sports events, tournaments, trips and extracurricular activities, contributing to the vibrant sporting culture of the school.
- Serve as a dedicated boarding houseparent, providing pastoral care and creating a supportive environment where students feel safe, engaged, and encouraged to thrive in both their academic and personal lives.
- Mentor and guide students in their overall well-being, supporting them during after-school hours and weekends with advice, supervision, and a focus on building positive relationships within the boarding community.
- Benefit from mentorship and professional development within a collaborative team, gaining valuable experience in coaching, teaching, and pastoral care in an international setting.
| Requirements | Required | Desirable |
| Qualifications/Knowledge | Degree level qualification in relevant area. | Teaching and/or coaching qualifications from national or regional authorities. |
| Right to work in Switzerland | Right to work in Switzerland either through in the International Trainee Exchange Agreement (see link for regulations for young professionals and citizens of Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Indonesian, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, Philippines, Russia, South Africa, Tunisia, Ukraine, USA), OR as citizens of Switzerland, EU/EFTA. | Swiss, EU or EFTA citizenship. |
| Experience | Experience working with young people. You can evidence that you take initiative lead young people. | Experience of working in education, in schools and/or co-curricular roles. |
| Skills | High level of competency in the English language. Confident and warm presentation skills. | Competency in the German or Italian languages. Multilingual skills in other languages are an advantage. |
| Personal competencies and qualities | Able to evidence ability to work pragmatically, flexibly, calm under pressure and in an environment of safeguarding and confidentiality. Empathy for working in an intercultural environment. | Experience of organizing events and trips. |
We offer
- Accommodation on site and meals during term time, as well as use of the school’s facilities – gym, and sports facilities.
- Opportunity to live here at 1750m above sea level near St. Moritz, amongst Switzerland’s best ski areas in winter and mountain bike trails and hikes in summer, and with a year-long Engadin 365 Pass providing access to all lifts in the Engadin.
- Seasonal Ski or Snowboard Rental if required and discounted travel for the whole of Switzerland (Halbtax).
- Opportunities for professional development and a potential springboard into a career in international education at one of the world’s most prestigious boarding schools.
- A strong and supportive staff team.
- A salary of CHF 2’000.00 – CHF 2’500.00 per month.
Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful applicant will be subject to thorough background checks.
If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Esther Binkert, Head of Human Resources, (Tel. +41 81 851 30 00).
We look forward to receiving your application using the online form below.
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