Stadtverwaltung Dietikon
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Fondli: Kindergarten Teacher for the Forest Kindergarten 75% 20WL
- 13 March 2026
- 75%
- Permanent position
- Dietikon
Job summary
Dietikon is a vibrant regional hub and economic center. Join our supportive school community offering nature-based learning.
Tasks
- Build a second Waldkindergarten in Röhrenmoss/Hundshütte.
- Lead classes in the forest and conduct afternoon sessions in kindergarten.
- Collaborate closely with specialists and maintain parent communication.
Skills
- Swiss teaching diploma or EDK-recognized qualification for kindergarten.
- Interest in nature education and strong connection to the outdoors.
- Experience embracing cultural diversity as enrichment.
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About the job
The district capital Dietikon is a vibrant regional center and an important economic location in the rapidly growing Limmattal. The fifth largest city in the canton of Zurich has around 28,000 inhabitants and counts 3,100 students. The Dietikon school currently comprises six school units. It has many years of experience in the field of special education and integration, and also runs its own media and computer science specialist center.
The Fondli school unit is beautifully located near a farm, indoor swimming pool, and recreational area, within walking distance of Dietikon train station. At this nature-oriented, multicultural Quims school, we run kindergarten and primary school classes. A freely selectable day care service complements the offer. The entire school unit works according to the pedagogical concept of the New Authority by Haim Omer. Due to the positive response, Dietikon has decided to open a second forest kindergarten.
From August 1, 2026, we are looking for a
Your tasks
Establishment of a second forest kindergarten in the Röhrenmoss/Hundshütte area
Class leadership in the forest as well as one afternoon in the kindergarten
Planning, implementation, and reflection of child-appropriate, play- and nature-based lessons
Close cooperation with special education teacher, DaZ teacher, and therapists
Regular, trusting exchange with parents
Collaboration in the grade team as well as with the second forest kindergarten teacher
Your profile
Swiss teaching diploma or EDK-recognized diploma for the kindergarten level
Additional training in nature pedagogy or great interest in it
Strong connection to nature, resilience to weather, and joy in being outdoors
For you, playing is a recognized form of learning
You approach children and families according to the New Authority
You experience cultural diversity as an enrichment and opportunity
We offer
A committed, stable, and collegial kindergarten team that looks forward to you a new, carefully selected forest site with diverse possibilities
Professional support from the district forester
An open, appreciative, and supportive school management
Support from a childcare professional every morning
Attractive further training and development opportunities
Modern communication and information applications (Klapp, MS Teams, QM Pilot)
Martina Keel, principal of Fondli, Tel. 044 742 32 84, is happy to provide you with further information. Learn more about the city of Dietikon at www.dietikon.ch .
