About this role
Mission & Purpose
At ZIS, we surface and inspire each learner's curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations for their learning so that they positively impact their family, community, and the world.We are looking for an Economics Teacher to inspire curiosity, relational learning, academic growth, and transferable competencies across Grades 7 through 12 at our Adliswil Campus starting August 2027.Key
Responsibilities
- Nurture a welcoming environment where upper secondary learners feel known, valued, and empowered to analyze complex economic systems and global real-world challenges.
- Bring instructional expertise in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Advanced Placement (AP) Economics courses, helping learners develop deep conceptual understanding alongside personal agency.
- Collaborate across interdisciplinary teams, with an opportunity to teach other social science disciplines.
- Ground learning in global citizenship, celebrating diverse perspectives and building confidence for an evolving world.
Skills & Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in Economics instruction for Grades 7 through 12, with proven expertise in IBDP and AP Economics curricula.
- Versatility across social sciences (experience and interest in teaching additional social science subjects is an advantage).Experience designing inquiry-based learning opportunities that nurture critical thinking, analytical skills, and social-emotional growth.
- Proven ability to establish strong, transparent relationships with parents regarding academic growth and student wellbeing.
- Focus on intercultural understanding, global citizenship, and inclusive classroom cultures.
- Flexible, adaptive, and collaborative approach to solving everyday classroom challenges.
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