Start: August 2026 (earlier start possible)

Do you love teaching in kindergarten—but would rather invest your energy in children than in paperwork?

At KiddieLand, you’ll teach in small classes, work closely with families, and enjoy genuine autonomy in your teaching. Instead of being part of a large system, you’ll play a key role in shaping our kindergarten community.

Why experienced teachers choose KiddieLand

• Small class sizes with time for individual support
• Less paperwork, more time for teaching
• Real opportunities to shape and influence our educational approach
• A warm, family-oriented culture with short decision-making processes
• Co-teaching alongside an English-speaking teacher
• The opportunity to teach children we’ve often known since infancy
• An international community with strong local roots
• Freshly prepared lunches from our own in-house kitchen every day
• A central Zurich location near Escher-Wyss-Platz

Who we are

KiddieLand is a private, bilingual (German/English), QualiKita-certified daycare and kindergarten in the heart of Zurich.

Family-owned since 2014, we have always prioritized quality over growth at any cost. Our kindergarten, The Sparkles, was established in 2018 and combines Switzerland’s Curriculum 21 with elements of the Reggio Emilia approach and Emergent Curriculum.

Here, every teacher knows every child—and every voice in our team matters.

Who we’re looking for

• A completed degree in Early Childhood Education, Kindergarten Education, or a comparable teaching qualification. EDK-recognized qualifications are preferred, although candidates currently undergoing the recognition process are also encouraged to apply.
• Native-level German or equivalent proficiency
• Experience teaching in a kindergarten setting
• Enjoy working independently and contributing your own ideas
• An interest in working in an international environment
• A sense of humor, warmth, and professionalism

Especially suitable for

• Creative kindergarten teachers who intentionally prefer a part-time position
• Teachers looking for greater educational freedom and autonomy
• Experienced teachers returning to the profession

What we offer

• Competitive salary and fair employment conditions
• Permanent employment
• A small, stable, and supportive team
• The freedom to develop your own ideas and projects
• Freshly prepared meals from our own kitchen
• A comfortable teachers’ lounge with coffee, fresh fruit, and relaxing seating
• Bright, modern classrooms with a private urban garden
• A workplace in the heart of Zurich

Employment: 60–80%

Benefits

• Occupational pension plan
• Employee referral program
• Meal allowance
• Company mobile phone
• Complimentary beverages
• Employee mentoring program
• Employee discounts
• Sabbatical opportunities
• Employer support for childcare and family caregiving
• Professional development programs

Would you rather inspire children than manage paperwork?

We look forward to receiving your application, including your CV and cover letter, by email at: hello@kiddieland.ch