Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 111'805 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 108'333 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 132'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 131'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 139'176 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 137'550 |
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Swiss professionsEducation & Social Work
Berufsfachschullehrer/in für Allgemeinbildung
You teach general education at vocational schools and support learners on their professional journey.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You teach interdisciplinary general education at vocational schools. You build language skills and support learners on their professional path.
General education connects theory and practice. You actively shape this interdisciplinary teaching at vocational schools. You share knowledge about society, culture, and law. At the same time, you improve the language and communication skills of your learners. You adapt your methods to each person. You accompany them on their professional journey. Your role is diverse and requires teaching skill.
FieldEducation & Social Work
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryPrimary, Secondary & Vocational Teaching
Swissdoc 0.710.22.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Enseignante en école professionnelle. Based on 221 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 111'111 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 135'166 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 120'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 130'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| St. Gallen | CHF 140'000 | 13 |
| Zurich | CHF 135'556 | 51 |
| Berne | CHF 120'000 | 26 |
| Vaud | CHF 104'356 | 14 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Education | CHF 132'250 | 142 |
| Commercial operation / Skilled crafts | CHF 120'000 | 9 |
| Health care / Social services | CHF 118'588 | 21 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 116'231 | 16 |
| Retail trade / Wholesaling | CHF 103'989 | 6 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom für den Unterricht an Berufsfachschulen im Bereich allgemeinbildender Unterricht
Official education path
You earn a federal diploma for teaching at vocational schools through specialized further education.
Typical training path
Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom für den Unterricht an Berufsfachschulen im Bereich allgemeinbildender Unterricht
Prerequisites
- Lehrbefähigung for compulsory school (EDK recognized diploma) or a university degree (Lizenziat, Diplom, Bachelor or Master from a Fachhochschule, University or ETH, preferably in a field related to the ABU subject complex)
- At least 6 months of professional experience
Requirements
- Patience
- Assertiveness
- Empathy
- Social competence
- Organizational skills
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Teaching skill
- Social skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Assertiveness
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand in front of the class and lead group work on current economic topics. You give clear prompts. This helps learners find solutions on their own. They also strengthen their language skills.
- You teach interdisciplinary topics about society, culture, and the economy.
- You specifically improve the language and communication skills of your learners.
- You adapt lessons flexibly to prior knowledge and ability.
- You design workshop lessons and group work. They focus on students and real-world practice.
- You guide learners toward independent work and research.
- You actively support personal growth and career orientation.
Working conditions
You work mainly at vocational schools or in professional further education. You often take part-time positions there. You design your workload flexibly.
Where to learn
- Eidg. Hochschulinstitut für Berufsbildung EHBKirchlindachstr. 79, 3052 Zollikofen
- PHSG Pädagogische Hochschule St. GallenSeminarstr. 7, 9200 Gossau SG
- PH Zürich, Abteilung Sekundarstufe II / BerufsbildungLagerstrasse 2, 8090 Zürich
- SBFI, Eidg. Kommission für Berufsbildungsverantwortliche3003 Bern
Strengths
- Teaching skill
- Social skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Assertiveness
Trade-offs
- Heavy workload
- Changing topics
- Individual support
- Flexible working hours
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