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Training takes place at a university of education full-time over 6 semesters. It ends with a Bachelor's degree and a teaching diploma.
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Lehrer/in für die Vorschul- und Primarstufe PH
You shape learning goals in kindergarten and school with a strong focus on pedagogy.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You teach children in kindergarten and primary school. You prepare lessons and support their development.
As a teacher for preschool and primary education, you actively shape daily life in kindergarten and school. You accompany children on their path to independence. You plan age-appropriate learning units and promote social skills. You work closely with parents and colleagues to create a safe learning environment. The job requires pedagogical sensitivity, patience, and structured work. High demand creates good prospects in public and private schools.
FieldEducation & Social Work
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryPrimary, Secondary & Vocational Teaching
Swissdoc 0.710.11.0 - 0.710.16.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
No verified Swiss salary data is available for this profession yet.
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Lehrer/in für die Vorschul- und Primarstufe PH.
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
- 🎓 dipl. Lehrer/in für die Primarstufe (EDK) und Bachelor of Arts/Science in Primary Education
- ⏱ 6 Semester Vollzeit
Typical training path
dipl. Lehrer/in für die Primarstufe (EDK) und Bachelor of Arts/Science in Primary Education
Curriculum
- Fachwissenschaftliche Module
- Aller oder der Mehrheit der Schulfächer
- Didaktische und erziehungswissenschaftliche Module
- Praktika
- Der Ausbildungsinhalt ist
- Je nach Hochschule unterschiedlich
Prerequisites
- gymnasiale Maturität
- Fachmaturität Pädagogik
- Berufsmaturität and Passerelle
- EDK recognized teaching diploma
- Fachhochschulabschluss
Requirements
- Firmness
- Personal maturity and balance
- Empathy
- Strong sociability and communication skills
- Good observation skills
- 1Fachwissenschaftliche Module
- 2Aller oder der Mehrheit der Schulfächer
- 3Didaktische und erziehungswissenschaftliche Module
- 4Praktika
- 5Der Ausbildungsinhalt ist
- 6Je nach Hochschule unterschiedlich
Where this can lead
Career changers can enter the profession if you hold a recognized teaching diploma or a university of applied sciences degree. Some universities also offer admission procedures or aptitude assessments for career changers.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Firmness
- Empathy
- Communication skills
- Observation skills
- Pedagogical maturity
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand in a circle with the children and lead a joint craft session. This trains fine motor skills and concentration. In between, you note observations about each child's individual development.
- You accompany children during play. You adapt tasks to their maturity level.
- You plan age-appropriate learning units. You lead language and physical activities.
- You correct class assignments. You give targeted feedback on learning progress.
- You promote social skills like politeness, order, and teamwork in daily school life.
- You inform parents regularly about class activities and the children's development.
- You carefully prepare special activities like excursions or theater performances.
Working conditions
You work mainly in public kindergartens and primary schools as a class or subject teacher. Occasionally, you also teach at private schools or take on pedagogical tasks at universities of education.
Where to learn
- Konferenz der kantonalen Erziehungsdirektorinnen und -direktoren EDK Haus der Kantone Speichergasse 6Postfach 660, 3000 Bern
- Dachverband Lehrerinnen und Lehrer Schweiz LCHPfingstweidstr. 16, 8005 Zürich
Strengths
- Firmness
- Empathy
- Communication skills
- Observation skills
- Pedagogical maturity
Trade-offs
- Irregular hours
- Emotional strain
- Preparation effort
- Class size
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