Hello Rachael, 

It's surprising that you haven't received replies with all your qualifications. You didn't mention whether you speak French, which is an asset (but not obligatory).

A lot of schools recruit before the new school year which starts in September. The Tribune de Genève has an employment section on Wednesdays  & occasionally you see adds in that.

Good luck, I'm sure you'll find something

hi there 

thanks for the reply, my French is not amazing but i am learning more all the time and am wiling to learn also.I will keep that in mind about the  Tribune de Geneve and the new school year. Its frustrating to say the least to hear nothing back I have to say !!!!!

If you are in or near Geneva, you could contact the Geneva Association of Private Schools for a list of their members and other information.

I would also recommend taking an intensive course to polish your French.  It will be a plus on your CV if you show that you have patronized a local educational establishment.

As suggested, look in the “Trib.” for job offers, also other local newspapers if you’re living outside Geneva.

You could also think of giving private English lessons via ads in the Migros, Coop, etc..

In any case, be aware that there are a lot of talented people looking for employment in Geneva, so waiting a little while for a suitable opening is the “norm” right now.

But be patient and persistent and something will come along eventually.

All the best, R.

thanks a milion Ritchie, i will just have to be brave and go to a French course if i want to continue my career whilst i am here !! 

Rachael 

If you can, sign up for one of the summer courses organized by Uni GE. They are excellent and a very good reference for local empoloyers.

But don’t dally, places go very quickly.

Otherwise, I would recommend IFAGE, also very well regarded locally.

Geneva is a small pond, so the old boys/girls’ network is important

here.

R.

You can also take a diplome in Geneva: look for IUFE Uni Genève....

To be a teacher in public schools, you need to undergo a formal training, that lasts 2 years. Inscriptions are made at UniMail, but Im afraid one needs to speak very good French (there's a formal french test to be able to enroll; you just go around this if you have a diploma from University of Geneva).

In your case, best would really be private schools. Problem in Switzerland is that being a school teacher is a highly desired job for lots of people, including many coming from doctoral schools (it's one of the biggest exit doors if one doesnt want to pursue academic career). So, as Ritchie says, competion is high, and vacancies are super few and sparse.

So, dont give up, just keep trying longer!