Teacher of Finnish
Founded in 1924, the Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint) welcomes 4,500 students aged 3 to 18, representing more than 130 nationalities. Our 1,250 staff from all over the world work on our three campuses (La Grande Boissière and Campus des Nations in Geneva, La Châtaigneraie in the canton of Vaud).
In our 7 schools, our students benefit from international teaching and bilingual supervision of the highest quality.
To fulfil our mission of "Educating students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together", every member of staff can draw inspiration from our hundred years of experience, our constant drive to innovate, and our strong humanitarian values. Through our Ecolint Institute, we are committed to provide our staff with excellent professional development opportunities.
La Grande Boissière (LGB) campus is centrally located in Geneva, blending 18th-century buildings with cutting-edge STEM and Arts facilities. This bilingual campus is home to nearly 1,900 students. Our unique Universal Learning Programme, co-designed with UNESCO’s International Bureau of Education, anchors learning in deep conceptual understanding to ensure a positive social impact.
La Grande Boissière
TEACHER OF FINNISH
La Grande Boissière Campus - Part-time - Approximately 3 periods per week
Inspire students through the Finnish language and culture within our dynamic World Language Programme.
Quick facts:
- Campus: La Grande Boissière - Geneva
- Department: World Language Programme (WLP) Secondary school
- Reporting to: WLP Coordinator Secondary school
- Contract Type: Fixed-term, part-time (approx. 3 periods per week)
- Schedule: To be determined (TBD)
- Start Date: September 1st, 2026
- Application Deadline: April 13th, 2026
Your role and responsibilities:
- Teach Finnish as a foreign language at the IB level (Language B).
- Regularly assess student progress and provide detailed reports to parents.
- Work closely with the WLP Coordinator Secondary School and departmental colleagues to support effective learning.
- Manage teaching resources efficiently to ensure a high-quality educational environment.
Who we are looking for:
You will thrive in this role if you possess:
- Native proficiency in Finnish.
- Strong experience in teaching Finnish as both a foreign and native language.
- Experience teaching the IB or a strong willingness to familiarize yourself with the curriculum.
- The ability to work effectively in French and/or English.
- Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.
Your personal attributes:
- A dynamic approach to teaching with the ability to inspire students through creative styles.
- Strong interpersonal skills to maintain positive relationships with colleagues and parents.
- Previous experience in an international school environment is considered a distinct advantage.
How to apply:
Please apply online through our recruitment platform, including:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Contact information for three references (including your current or most recent employer)
Applications must be submitted to Ms. Jana Schubert, WLP IB Coordinator, by April 13th, 2026, citing reference number 500 020.
Note
The Ecole Internationale de Genève values and encourages diversity among its staff. We therefore welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous checks on their prior conduct with regard to Child Protection as appropriate to their position, including reference checking with previous employers and the relevant authorities.