Employment
Since 1961, the International School of Berne (ISBerne) has enjoyed an excellent reputation for the quality of our programmes and our diverse, multicultural environment. We are proud to be a fully accredited, International Baccalaureate® (IB) World School providing education for students aged 3 to 18 in Switzerland’s capital city.
ISBerne is a place where faculty and staff members grow professionally, build strong personal relationships, and help shape the future, one student at a time. We consciously work to build a professional community that is diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences, yet singular in our commitment to preparing children for an ever-changing and global community.
Available Positions
We appreciate your interest in working for ISBerne! We are currently recruiting for the following positions at our school. Once filled, the listing will be removed from this webpage.
Primary School
Lehrplan 21 Kindergarten Teacher / Kindergarten Lehrperson
ISBerne seeks to appoint a locally trained and qualified Lehrplan 21 teacher, starting in February 2026, or on a date of mutual agreement. This teacher will be fluent in German and English and eager to launch a brand-new educational offering at ISBerne. Learn more
International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Homeroom Teacher
ISBerne seeks to appoint an experienced International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) Homeroom Teacher, starting in August 2026. The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with at least two years of IBPYP experience, strong English communication skills, and a recognised teaching qualification and degree. Learn more
Middle School
Middle School Principal
ISBerne seeks to appoint a Middle School Principal, starting in August 2026, with strong International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) leadership experience. This is a key leadership role within the school, with the successful candidate joining our collaborative and purposeful Pedagogical Leadership Team. Learn more
International Baccalaureate (IB) MYP Individuals and Societies & DP Geography Teacher
ISBerne seeks to appoint an experienced MYP Individuals and Societies and DP Geography Teacher, starting in August 2026. A Subject Area Leader role may be available for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate. The successful applicant will be an excellent classroom practitioner with at least two years of experience teaching the International Baccalaureate (IB). Strong English communication skills and an appropriate degree and teaching qualification are essential. Learn more
Upper School
Upper School Principal
ISBerne seeks to appoint an Upper School Principal, starting in August 2026, with strong International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) leadership experience. This is a key leadership role within the school, with the successful candidate joining our collaborative and purposeful Pedagogical Leadership Team. Learn more
International Baccalaureate (IB) MYP Individuals and Societies & DP Geography Teacher
ISBerne seeks to appoint an experienced MYP Individuals and Societies and DP Geography Teacher, starting in August 2026. A Subject Area Leader role may be available for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate. The successful applicant will be an excellent classroom practitioner with at least two years of experience teaching the International Baccalaureate (IB). Strong English communication skills and an appropriate degree and teaching qualification are essential. Learn more
A Special Note about our Available Positions:
- All applications for teaching and educational leadership positions at ISBerne must include an ISBerne Application Form for Educators:
ISBerne Application Form for Educators (PDF) - All currently available positions at ISBerne are posted on this webpage and will be removed once filled. If you have seen a job posted on an employment website, but it is not posted here, then it is either not a valid job advertisement or the position has already been filled.
- Unsolicited job applications will not receive a confirmation of receipt or response.
- For applications submitted in response to advertised job positions, you may expect to receive confirmation of receipt of your application, however, only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for understanding.
Become an ISBerne Cover Teacher
Experienced teachers who wish to join our supply / cover teacher pool may apply all year round. Candidates must live in the immediate Bern area and be eligible to work in Switzerland. To apply, please send your CV by email to Dom Thomas, Head of Operations and Communications, at: dominic.thomas@isberne.ch.
Why Work at ISBerne?
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The International School of Berne moved to a new, specialty-built campus in April 2017, which is located in an idyllic rural setting on the outskirts of Switzerland’s capital city. Our state-of-the-art facilities are an ideal place to work and learn. Our school offers easy access to the natural beauty and cultural riches that are the hallmarks of the region.