Graduate Assistant, College Counselling

The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz is an international boarding school with a history stretching back over 120 years, located near St. Moritz in the heart of the scenic Engadin Valley (Switzerland). 220 boarders from around the world and 110 local day students study at our school for the Swiss Matura, the iGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP). The school philosophy is founded on respect for tradition combined with innovative thinking and emphasizes values such as respect, openness, responsibility, engagement, inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, and balance.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring person (female/male) to join as a

Graduate Assistant, College Counselling

Intern College Counsellor

Workload: 100% - includes evening and weekend work, as required.

Start date: February 2025 or 01 August 2025

The position will suit candidates who are interested in teaching and enjoy the challenge of working with bright and inquisitive international students, aged 13 – 19 (grades 7 to 12).

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of College Counselling with the management and organization of college applications for international students to universities worldwide. 
• Provide college guidance to students on university research, application procedures, and deadlines under the supervision of the Head of College Counselling. 
• Lead the planning and execution of college fairs and other university-related events. 
• Assist and coach students in preparing for standardized tests, compiling application documents, and writing personal statements. 
• Coordinate meetings between students, parents, and the College Counsellor to discuss academic and career goals. 
• Maintain and update college counselling resources, including databases of universities, scholarships, and other relevant information. 

We offer:

• Accommodation on site and meals during term time, as well as use of the school’s facilities – gym, and sports facilities.
• Opportunity to live here at 1750m above sea level near St. Moritz, amongst Switzerland’s best ski areas in winter and mountain bike trails and hikes in summer, and with a year-long Engadin 365 Pass providing access to all lifts in the Engadin.
• Seasonal Ski or Snowboard Rental if required and discounted travel for the whole of Switzerland (Halbtax).
• Opportunities for professional development and a potential springboard into a career in international education at one of the world’s most prestigious boarding schools.
• A strong and supportive staff team.
• A salary of CHF 2’000.00 – CHF 2’500.00 per month.

Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful applicant will be subject to thorough background checks.

If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Esther Binkert, Head of Human Resources, (Tel. 081 851 30 00).

We look forward to receiving your application using the online form on our Website: https://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/about-us/job-openings/