Teacher for Animation

About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, be it education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture and finance. Through our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The GBS St.Gallen is a leading vocational education institution in Eastern Switzerland. Around 4,500 apprentices are trained with us in over 45 professions of basic vocational education. We are known for innovative teaching methods and the continuous development of our offerings – always with the aim of optimally preparing our learners for the future.

For the Department of School of Design │ Vocational Professions, we are looking for a

Teacher for Animation

in the Interactive Media Design subject area from 1 February 2027

Workload: for semester 2 2026/27, 4 lessons per week, from 1 February 2027 (each Monday afternoon)

Workplace: St.Gallen

What to expect

• Guiding learners in the development of animated content for interactive communication media
• Teaching the basic knowledge for planning, creating and implementing animations in the field of 2D and 3D
• Fulfilling the professional duties of teachers at vocational schools
• Further training in the pedagogical-didactic field or willingness to undertake such training

What distinguishes you

• Communicative personality with pronounced social skills, exemplary demeanour and great joy in dealing with learners and teaching
• Several years of professional experience in animation, motion design or 3D as well as sound knowledge in 2D and/or 3D animation
• Experience with storytelling, motion design and visual communication
• Understanding of digital media and interactive applications as well as interest in current technological developments and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Enjoyment of experimental and creative working methods
• Ability to convey complex design and technical content understandably, ideally experience in vocational or adult education
• Willingness to develop own exercises, projects and teaching materials

What we offer

Interested and motivated? We look forward to receiving your complete application documents. Please submit your dossier by 20 September 2026 via the link below.

• An interesting and challenging role in a motivated environment
• The employment is carried out within the framework of the Supplementary Ordinance on the Employment Relationship of Teachers at Vocational and Further Education Centres

Ready for the next step? If we have aroused your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.