Teach in Switzerland

Private Schools in Switzerland

Private schools in Switzerland vary and includes international schools, private language academies, hotel schools (all Swiss hotel employees must speak English) and private finishing schools. Many teachers in private schools will obtain their position through networking and it is advised that teachers join an English language teacher’s association to maximize their employment opportunities.

Typically, English teaching positions will require teachers to hold a Bachelor’s degree and some form of ESL teaching qualification, such as a TEFL certificate. Many private language schools will also provide in-house training to their new teachers. For teachers with more experience and qualifications, opportunities lie in in higher education institutions, private finishing schools, private tutoring or hotel schools that offer good pay with benefits.

It’s important to note that all teachers wishing to teach in Switzerland must obtain a work permit. Work permits are awarded to teachers who have secured a work contract, which can pose great difficulty for some, as many Swiss schools prefer to employ teachers who already live in the country.